We Are All
A Walk In Progress
Grace Trail doesn't tell people what to think or feel. It creates space to hear their own answers—and carry them into their lives, relationships, workplaces, and communities.
Elementary school students created this mural with Grace Trail running through the center — a reminder that reflection, resilience, and hope can become part of a school’s culture.
West Woods Elementary School Grace Trail, Hamden CT
Voices of Transformation
The questions stay the same. The answers are deeply personal.
Together, these stories reveal the life-changing impact of Grace Trail.
— Christopher Carazas, Now That I'm Still Here: A Memoir of Ruin and Resurrection (2025)
"Some places break you. Some try to erase you. But a few rare places—if you let them—teach you how to rise."
"My Grace Trail became a living, breathing part of my life. It meets me where I am and evolves as I do."
— Carrie Lorenzo Massachusetts Conference for Women attendee
Impact at a Glance
From licensed trails to community partnerships, these milestones reflect Grace Trail's growing impact.
Green Trees Farm Grace Trail, Troy TX
Veterans and community members plant a tree and bless the Grace Trail
“I’ve walked labyrinths across the world—including the Cathedral in England and Notre-Dame de Chartres in France. But the Grace Trail experience was far more impactful than any of them.”
— Church board member
Now helping bring a Grace Trail to his community
Supported Through Partnership
Grace Trail projects have been made possible through local fundraising, community partnerships, and grant support—including America Walks and AARP initiatives.
Impact, Seen.
The momentum is building because the work is happening now.
Plymouth Seaside Grace Trail
The Massachusetts' flagship Grace Trail.
"Grace Trail is one of the most beautiful and meaningful trails in this country—and it's right here in Plymouth. In a world that moves so fast, this trail invites people to slow down, reflect, and reconnect. It's the kind of initiative the Commonwealth is proud to support."
— Dylan Fernandes
Massachusetts State Senator
Every Grace Trail Takes on a Life of Its Own.
The Trails reflect the people and place that bring it to life. Communities contribute their time, talents, partnerships, traditions, and heart to shape each trail around what matters most to them.
Local High School Volunteers preparing the grounds for installation
The Navarino Nature Center Grace Trail, Shawano WI
"The way this community stepped up to support this project, to bring it to the community, to help everyone with their mental health was amazing."
— Trudy Cioffi
Mayor of St. Albans, Vermont
Growing Resilient Learners
Through walking, writing, conversation, art, and everyday learning, the five Grace Trail questions become tools students carry far beyond the classroom.
Students walking the Grace Trail together
West Woods School Grace Trail, Hamden, CT
"Our kids are very capable of putting into words how they're feeling when they're given the time and opportunity, and that is what Grace Trail does."
— Dan Levy
Principal, West Woods School
Mental Health
No appointment. No referral. No Co-pay. Grace Trail doesn't tell people what to think or feel—it creates space to hear their own answers, make sense of what they're carrying, and find their way forward.
Annual Walk With Grace
University of Massachusetts Boston
"The Grace Trail was a special place for me during a difficult time in my life. It became a place where I could let go of what I was carrying, regroup, and find my peace. It's a beautiful place that fills a big place in my heart."
— Regular Plymouth Grace Trail Walker
Veterans
A conversation about veterans walking off their war helped inspire a movement that continues to walk alongside veteran communities today.
VA Boston Healthcare System, Brockton Campus
The future home of the Michael M. Lawson Memorial Grace Trail, opening Fall 2026.
“"I'm still hearing from couples and spouses about your gracious Grace Trail talks and walks for our veteran families."
— Cyndy Jones
President, Heroes In Transition & Gold Star Parent of Capt. Eric A. Jones, USMC
Legacy and Remembrance
Grace Trail creates lasting places where memories are honored, stories are shared, and loved ones continue to be remembered.
Katie's Legacy at The Alpine Shores Grace Trail Shawano, WI
One family's story of transforming remembrance into a place that continues welcoming others.
“Sometimes you don't see those things right away. And so… something like this, where you're able to reflect a little bit more and be… a little bit more at peace with what happened.”
— Katie's family
Alpine Shores Grace Trail
