TV Personality to Lead Dream Center's Female-Focused Fundraiser

Amy Duggar King, known for '19 Kids and Counting,' will speak at the AWAKEN event in Peoria.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 2:03am

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Dream Center Peoria, an emergency shelter and advocacy organization, has announced that Amy Duggar King, a former reality TV personality from the show '19 Kids and Counting,' will lead a conversation as part of their AWAKEN event, a gathering focused on raising awareness and support for those impacted by abuse.

Why it matters

The AWAKEN event aims to create a space for hope, restoration, and community, particularly for women, addressing the important issue of abuse. Duggar King's participation, given her own experiences with abuse, adds a personal and impactful perspective to the event.

The details

The AWAKEN event will take place on June 16, starting with a social hour at 6 p.m., followed by Duggar King's speaking engagement at 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the event range from $25 to $225, and organizations can also contribute as sponsors at various levels.

  • The AWAKEN event will be held on June 16, 2026.
  • Duggar King will speak at 6:30 p.m. during the event.

The players

Amy Duggar King

A former reality TV personality known for her appearances on the show '19 Kids and Counting,' and the author of a book titled 'Holy Disruptor: Shattering the Shiny Facade by Getting Louder with the truth,' where she revealed her own experiences with abuse.

Dream Center Peoria

An emergency shelter and advocacy organization in Peoria, Illinois, that is hosting the AWAKEN event to raise awareness and support for those impacted by abuse.

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The takeaway

The participation of Amy Duggar King, a public figure with personal experiences of abuse, in Dream Center Peoria's AWAKEN event highlights the importance of creating safe and supportive spaces for women to share their stories and find community, healing, and empowerment.