Safety & Crisis Resources

SponsorConnect is a tool for connecting with potential sponsors—not a clinical, emergency, or therapeutic service.

🚨 If You Are in Crisis

If you are experiencing an emergency, suicidal thoughts, or feel unsafe in any way, please contact your local emergency services immediately (911 in the U.S.) or use these national hotlines:

Emergency Crisis Hotlines

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Call or text 988
SAMHSA National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741

International Crisis Resources

If you are outside the United States, find your local international crisis numbers at:

OpenCounseling.com International Suicide Hotlines

⚠ Important Notes

What SponsorConnect IS NOT

  • • SponsorConnect is not a crisis service
  • • Sponsors are volunteers, not professionals
  • • We do not screen or certify sponsors
  • • We do not provide medical, clinical, or therapeutic advice

What SponsorConnect IS

  • • A platform to connect with potential sponsors
  • • A tool for finding recovery community support
  • • A bridge to meaningful recovery relationships
  • • A service that respects anonymity and safety

Your Safety Matters

Always use your best judgment when communicating with others. Recovery relationships should feel safe, supportive, and appropriate.

If something doesn't feel right:

  • • Trust your instincts and stop communicating
  • • Reach out to someone you trust in your recovery community
  • • Report concerning behavior to us immediately
  • • Consider reaching out to local fellowship groups for guidance

Report Safety Concerns

If you experience or witness inappropriate behavior, harassment, or safety concerns, please report it immediately:

📧 support@sponsorconnect.org

Questions About Safety?

We're here to help ensure your experience on SponsorConnect is safe and supportive.