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# How much does it cost to be a Retreat Attendee? What does my cost cover?

The value of your retreat experience is approximately $1,200. However, the only cost to you is a non-refundable registration fee of $250 USD* and any transportation expenses to and from the retreat. We provide your hotel stay in a shared double room, all meals, meeting expenses, gratuities and other miscellaneous expenses.  
  
All other personal expenses incurred while traveling will be yours to cover (such as tourist activities, personal shopping, extra snacks, etc.).  
  
*A $250 USD registration fee will be required during registration to officially reserve your space at the retreat. Please remember that the registration fee must be paid in U.S. dollars and is non-refundable.  
  
*The remaining amount is a gift to you provided by various retreat sponsors including generous individual donors, sending agencies, guests at Thrive fundraising events, and local churches.