Custom Gatherings

Designed with intention. Created for connection.

While Compassion Collective is rooted in creating soft, affirming spaces for Black women, our Custom Gatherings are open to all who are drawn to this kind of intentional, heart-centered connection.

Esther designs private experiences for couples, friend groups, and mixed-gender circles who want to slow down together, reconnect meaningfully, and experience the beauty of communal care. These gatherings honor the same values of intimacy, restoration, and belonging that define every Compassion Collective experience, reminding us that healing and connection are universal.

From intimate dinners to multi-day retreats, each experience blends guided dialogue, mindfulness practices, and luxurious attention to detail.

BRING THE COMPASSION COLLECTIVE
EXPERIENCE
TO YOUR GROUP

curated connections

What We Offer

  • Private Salons

    3-hour intimate conversations for expansive living

    Perfect for friend circles, book clubs, or community groups seeking meaningful dialogue on themes like self-compassion, aligned ambition, embodiment, grief, or devotion.

    Ideal for: 8-25 participants
    Investment: Starting at $5,000

  • Private Soft Life Suppers

    carefully curated meals to nourish you, body and soul

    An elevated dinner experience combining gourmet food and facilitated conversation. Perfect for celebrations, reunions, or creating a memorable moment of connection anytime.

    Ideal for: 6-15 participants
    Investment: Starting at $5,000

  • Private Retreats

    Multi-day immersive experiences designed for your community

    Private retreats offer your group the full Compassion Collective experience. Includes event design consultation, daily facilitation (up to 6 hours/day), custom resources, and planning support.

    Ideal for: 4-10 participants
    Investment: Starting at $12,000

getaways that foster growth

What You'll Walk Away With

A bespoke experience designed for your unique community
No cookie-cutter workshops or generic designs here. Every element is crafted around your group's needs, values, and desired transformation.

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Facilitation rooted in therapeutic expertise and cultural attunement
Esther brings 20+ years of experience holding space for high-achieving Black women and professionals of color. This isn't surface-level conversation; it's depth with care.

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Custom resources that extend the transformation
Affirmation decks, reflection journals, practice guides, and other tangible tools your group can use long after the gathering ends.

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A sense of belonging and shared purpose
An experience that creates bonds that last. Participants often describe these gatherings as turning points in their relationships with each other and with themselves.

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Peace of mind knowing every detail was designed with intention
From the flow of conversation to the closing ritual, nothing is left to chance. You and your group can simply be present.

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How It Works

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1. Schedule a Consultation
We'll discuss your vision, group size, desires, and logistics. This conversation helps us understand what your community needs and how Compassion Collective can serve you.

2. Receive Your Custom Proposal
Based on our conversation, you'll receive a detailed proposal outlining the experience design, facilitation approach, pricing, and timeline.

3. Finalize Details & Logistics
Once you approve the proposal, we'll collaborate on final details. You handle venue, travel arrangements, and catering (or we can connect you with our list of trusted Black woman-owned event planning, catering, and travel partners for support). We handle the content, facilitation, and creation of custom resources for your group.

4. Experience Your Gathering
Esther facilitates your custom experience, holding space for rest, reflection, and authentic connection. Your group leaves with both shared memories and tangible tools (e.g. affirmation decks, journals, practices) to sustain the transformation.

5. Continue the Journey
Special discounts for your group to join future Compassion Collective events over the next year to support everyone’s ongoing growth.

Ready to Create Your Custom Gathering?

Let's design something beautiful for your community.

Schedule a Planning Consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schedule a Planning Consultation

  • Prices are variable based on the details we agree on but below are some guidelines to help you plan your budget.

    Private Salon/Supper Facilitation

    • Base rate: $5,000 (up to 15 participants)

    • Includes: 3.5-hour facilitation, event design consultation, custom reflection guide for participants

    • $300 per additional guest (max 25)

    Private Retreat Facilitation

    • 2-day retreat: $12,000 (up to 6 participants)

    • Includes: Event design consultation, up to 6 hours/day facilitation, custom reflection guide

    • $4,000 per additional day

    • $1000 per additional guest

    • Groups larger than 10 participants require consultation to ensure appropriate facilitation and intimacy

    Host Travel Expenses

    • Included for locations within 250 miles of Washington, DC

    • Travel beyond this radius is billed at cost

  • Yes. Payment plans are available for private retreats. 50% deposit due upon contract signing, remaining balance due 30 days before the event.

    Events planned more than 3 months in advance may be eligible for extended payment plans with a 20% deposit at contract signing and remaining payment terms are negotiable.

  • No, logistics are handled by the host group. However, we're happy to connect you with our trusted Black woman-owned event planning, catering, and travel partners who can handle all details for you.

  • We facilitate Custom Gatherings anywhere in the continental US and internationally. Travel within 250 miles of Washington, DC is included in base pricing. Destinations beyond that radius will be billed for Esther’s travel at cost. Specific details provided prior to confirming the agreement.

  • We recommend booking 3-4 months in advance for Salons and Suppers and 6-9 months in advance for retreats. This will help to ensure your preferred date(s) are available and allow adequate time for custom design and your group's planning.

    That said, please reach out with your request anytime. We will do our best to make it work.

    Last-minute requests (submitted within 30 days of the event) , pending availability, will incur an expedited planning fee.

  • Absolutely. While we often suggest some of our core frameworks as a starting point (self-compassion, devotion over discipline, aligned ambition, etc.), every gathering is meant to be uniquely designed for you. Part of our consultation call and early planning will be to ensure the event is tailored to your group's specific needs and desires.