Free family-friendly event celebrates recovery, connects residents to hope, resources, and community
Amarillo, Texas — (August 22, 2025) — The 2nd Annual Big Texas Rally for Recovery – Panhandle Edition will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 2:00–5:30 p.m. at Southwest Church of Christ (4515 Cornell St., Amarillo, TX 79109). The free, family-friendly rally will bring together individuals in recovery, families, service providers, and community leaders to celebrate recovery and connect residents with practical resources.
The event is a collaboration of multiple community partners, with Andrea’s Project serving as the fiduciary agent.
The rally will feature interactive activities, a resource fair, door prizes, and free dinner, plus inspiring speakers and stories of hope from across the Panhandle.
“Recovery is real, it’s possible, and it’s happening every day in our community,” said Dr. Shanna James, Executive Director of Andrea’s Project. “This rally lifts up the voices of people in recovery, honors families, and makes it easier for anyone to find support—no matter where they are on their journey.”
“This is more than an event; it’s a movement,” said Seth Trujillo with Cenikor. “By coming together as service providers, families, and neighbors, we are showing that recovery thrives in connection. We want every person who attends to leave with hope, encouragement, and a clear pathway to resources.”
Event Highlights
- When: Saturday, September 6, 2025, 2:00–5:30 p.m.
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- Where: Southwest Church of Christ, 4515 Cornell St., Amarillo, TX 79109
- Cost: FREE (all ages welcome)
- What to Expect: Recovery celebration, resource fair, interactive activities, door prizes, and free dinner
- Who Should Attend: Individuals and families, youth and young adults, recovery community, faith and civic groups, educators, healthcare providers, employers—everyone is welcome
Get Involved
- Attend: Just show up and bring friends, family, and neighbors.
- Volunteer : Sign up available on Helping Hands Amarillo- Big Texas Rally for Recovery- Panhandle Edition | Hands On Amarillo
About Andrea’s Project
Andrea’s Project is a Texas Panhandle nonprofit dedicated to preventing alcohol-related harm, reducing impaired driving, and supporting youth substance-use prevention through education, coalition-building, and community action. Programs include Victim Impact Panels, teen driving education, regional forums, and cross-sector partnerships that connect people to services and solutions. Andrea’s Project serves as the fiduciary agent for the Big Texas Rally for Recovery – Panhandle Edition.
Media Contact
Dr. Shanna James
Executive Director, Andrea’s Project (Fiduciary Agent)
Phone: (806) 699-1424
Email: shanna.james@andreasprojecttx.org
Web: andreasprojecttx.orgBig Texas for Recovery, Panhandle Edition | Facebook