Building a Refuge

Building a Refuge "Struggle to Strength" Discussion how the winter season impacts our mental wellness
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Indie Coffee Roasters, 220 E Main St 46032, Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
Our February meeting will be focused on how we address dealing with the Season Affective Disorder or otherwise know as the “Winter Blues”.
This meeting will be held in person at Indie Coffee Roasters in Carmel, IN. Address: 220 E Main St, Carmel, IN 46032

Building a Refuge February Meeting - Dart Tournament
2025-02-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Harley Davidson of Indianapolis, 12400 Reynolds Dr, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States
This is our February 2025 Meeting to support Men’s Mental Health in our community. We did a small dart tournament last year and had a really good time. We thought we would do it again.
Details:
* Straight Cricket Game– This means no points are counted– Once you close out the game is over* 10.00 Entry* Limited to an even number of players (8/10/12..)* Single Elimination* Prize for 1st place* Light food will be provided (Brisket)* T Bar will be open* Local Indy Musician Dakota King will be playing music from 1pm – 2pm !
Please DM me with any question around the tournament.

Building a Refuge March Meeting - Corn Hole Tournament
2025-03-29 12:00 - 16:00 | Harley Davidson of Indianapolis, 12400 Reynolds Dr, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States
Join us for our March meeting and play some corn hole to support men’s mental health awareness in central Indiana. At one of Indiana’s best Harley Davidson Dealership, we recognize the importance of kicking the stigma around mental health.
Details –
** Start @ 12pm** Location – Harley Davidson of Indianapolis (Weather permitting inside or out)** 25.00 per team entry (All proceeds go to supporting Building a Refuge a 501c3 non-profit)** Single elimination** Prizes will be awarded

Building a Refuge April Meeting - Pig Roast
2025-04-26 15:00 - 21:00 | Carmel VFW Post 10003, 12863 Old Meridian Street, Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
Building a Refuge will be hosting our April meeting at the Carmel VFW Post 10003 @12863 Old Meridian St, Carmel, IN, United States, Indiana.

The VFW is hosting a Hawaiian themed pig roast and they have asked us to help out. So we thought, what a great opportunity to support our Veterans and have some fun !
Music will start at 6pm, but we will be there all day smoking the hog ! Come and check out what a great post this is and have the opportunity to support our Veterans !
The post has great drinks, food and an amazing outdoor patio !

Live music from Bell Bottom Cowboys at 6pm – 9pm
DJ from 9pm – 11pm

2025 Rock N Ride for Hope Mental Health Music Festival
2025-06-07 08:30 - 21:00 | Harley Davidson of Indianapolis, 12400 Reynolds Dr, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States
Rock n Ride for Hope 2025 is a one day motorcycle ride and music festival to support Building a Refuge and men’s mental health and suicide prevention support group in Hamilton County Indiana.

This is a fundraising event and all proceeds go to support Building a Refuge. BAR is a registered 501c3 non-profit.

Event Details:Location: Harley Davidson of Indianapolis12400 Reynolds Dr, Fishers, IN 46038
Date: Saturday June 7, 2025
Time: 8:30AM – 9:00PM

Motorcycle Ride – NO CHARGE FOR THE RIDE – DONATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED !
Registration begins at 8:30am (All motorcycles are welcome)
Kick Stands Up at 10:00am

VFW Carmel Post #10003 – Carmel, Ind.
American Legion Riders – Noblesville, Ind.
Final Third Cigar & Bourbon Bar – Ingalls, Ind.
American Legion Post #391 – Fortville, Ind.
Returning to Harley Davidson of Indianapolis

Live Music All DayTwo stages showcasing local and regional talent, including:

#EveryDayGSD Main Stage
Tommy Baldwin Band
Altering Grey
Naptown Hepcats
Bellbottom Cowboys
Cosmic Situation
Big In Belgium

Harley Davidson of Indianapolis T-Bar Stage
Arkley Boge
John Ryan

Mental Health Resource Fair

Featuring support from:

Allendale Treatment Centers
Grey Matters
Veteran Affairs
St Vincent Stress Center
Remedy Live
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Stigma Free Fishers

And additional local mental health organizations
Food & Beverage Vendors
Wisconsin Chicken “Q” – Thanks to the BAR Crew from Wisconsin– Sides provided by Gingers Cafe in Noblesville, Ind.
Bier Brewery will be onsite
Kilwins Ice Cream
Non-alcoholic beverages available for all ages

Silent AuctionCurated items with all proceeds supporting Building a Refuge, a nonprofit focused on providing accessible mental health care and support.

Event Logistics
Separate motorcycle and vehicle parking areas
Spacious shaded seating area for comfort and community
Handicap parking available

Proud Sponsors & Community Partners

**Platinum “REFUGE” Sponsors**

Harley Davidson of Indianapolis
LDR Studios, Inc.
#EverydayGSD Podcast
The Legion Group
Gaylor Electric
Gimbal Financial
TB Memorial Foundation

**Silver “HOPE” Sponsors**

Gas Productions (Stage)
Sunbelt Rentals
Allendale Treatment Centers
EPS Security
Jack Dossey II Motorsports

**Bronze “SUPPORT” Sponsors**

Citrus Marketing
VFW Carmel Post #10003
American Legion Riders Noblesville Chapter
Bier Brewery
Kilwins Ice Cream

**ALL PROCEEDS GO TO BUILDING A REFUGE AND SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH IN OUR COMMUNITY **

BAR Rib Fest 2025
2025-08-31 15:00 - 23:00 | Carmel VFW Post 10003, 12863 Old Meridian Street, Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
Rib Fest 2025
This event is a partnership with the Carmel VFW Post# 10003 to support mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Building a Refuge supports our veterans, active military, police and fire and we know mental wellness is needed with all of these important people. For the last 18yrs, our family (The Leum’s) have hosted this event that started out as just a small bbq with neighbors in Fishers. Today, it is one of Hamilton County’s best Rib Fest and fundraising event !
Additionally, as many know, we have supported The Hamilton County Kids Coats program here in Central Indiana. If you have coats that you no longer need, please clean those closets out and donate them. We will have collection bins for you ! They are in need of XXL, XL and Large clothing, boots, hats, gloves and so on.
We will have some great bands and our well know famous ribs, pulled pork and sweet corn ! The Carmel VFW kitchen will be providing baked beans and mac salad to go along !
**This a donation event for food. So, there is no charge, but we encourage donations until the food is gone ! The VFW will have a limited menu that day as well for purchase.

We will have (4) bands with live music starting at 3pm and a late night DJ starting around 9PM !

More information to come !

2025 Building a Refuge - Chili Cook-Off
2025-10-25 12:00 - 16:00 | Harley Davidson of Indianapolis, 12400 Reynolds Dr, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States
Join us at Harley Davidson of Indianapolis for our annual BAR Chili Cook-Off !

This event is a great way to learn about what Building a Refuge is doing to support men’s mental health awareness and suicide prevention.

To participate in the competition, please email buildingarefuge@gmail.com and we will get you registered !

Donate 10.00 (all proceeds go to support Building a Refuge) to taste all the chili’s and vote for the best.

Don’t miss Bellbottom Cowboys from 1-3pm with some of Indiana’s best rock-n-roll !

Thank you,

The BAR Team

BAR "No Shave November" Swing for Hope
2025-11-16 11:30 - 15:00 | Top Golf Fishers, 9200 E 116th St, Fishers, IN, 46037, United States
Join Us for a Day at Topgolf! Sunday, November 16, 2025 | 11:30am – 3 PM Topgolf Indianapolis
November isn’t just No Shave November—it’s Men’s Health Awareness Month. This year, we’re swinging for something bigger than the game: Men’s Mental Health.
What’s Included: Golf (3 Person Teams), Food & Fun at Topgolf 100.00 per person includes all golf, food and drinks (Alcohol not included) Community connection & support Mental health awareness & resources Proceeds benefit Building a Refuge—supporting men’s mental wellness & suicide prevention
Spots are limited!

**Grab your team, bring your family, and let’s stand together to break the silence around men’s mental health.

More information will be shared !

Great prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd ! Along with some raffle prizes, long drive contest and best beard !

Building a Refuge January Meeting
2026-01-31 08:00 - 10:00 | Ginger’s Cafe, 1111 S 10th St, Noblesville, IN, 46060, United States
Building a Refuge is trying something new this year by hosting our monthly meetings at Gingers Cafe for breakfast. Come and hangout, grab some great food, and hear about how other men are working through life’s challenges.

We hope you can make and we look forward to meeting you if you are new to BAR.

Location: Gingers Cafe 1111 S 10th St, Noblesville, IN 46060Date: Saturday January 31, 2026Time: 8am

Building a Refuge February Breakfast Meeting
2026-02-21 08:00 - 10:00 | Ginger’s Cafe, 1111 S 10th St, Noblesville, IN, 46060, United States
Building a Refuge is trying something new this year by hosting our monthly meetings at Gingers Cafe for breakfast. Come and hangout, grab some great food, and hear about how other men are working through life’s challenges.
We hope you can make and we look forward to meeting you if you are new to BAR.
Location: Gingers Cafe 1111 S 10th St, Noblesville, IN 46060Date: Saturday February 21, 2026Time: 8am

Heavy Metal for Hope II - A Night of Mental Health Support and Suicide Prevention
2026-02-28 19:00 - 23:00 | 416 Wabash, 416 Wabash St, Indianapolis, 46204, United States
You all asked for it, so we responded!

What a great way to kick of 2026 with a night of kick ass music in support of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
We are incredibly grateful to Sacred Leather, Wolftooth, and Altering Grey for donating their time and talent to support our mission of mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
I’ve shared this before, but growing up in the ’80s, metal music was a huge part of my life—and this night brings that passion full circle. These are three outstanding bands performing all original music, and if heavy metal is your thing, this is a show you won’t want to miss.
Wolftooth recently dropped their new album Wizard’s Light, Sacred Leather released Keep the Fire Burning, and we’ve heard Altering Grey may be debuting some brand-new material as well.
Huge thanks to 416 Wabash Event Center, WNDX-FM 93.9, Black Circle Brewing, and Building a Refuge, along with many others who are helping make this powerful night possible.If you’re interested in sponsoring this event, please reach out to us at buildingarefuge@gmail.com.
Event Details
Saturday, February 28, 2026 416 Wabash Event Center416 East Wabash, Indianapolis, IN Doors open at 7:00 PM Altering Grey hits the stage at 7:30 PM $10 donation at the doorThis is a fundraising event—additional donations are greatly appreciated and directly support our mission.
Keep an eye on our social media for the official event link coming soon.
Come out, support an important cause, and experience an unforgettable night of heavy metal for hope

🤘 Live Discussion & Q&A with Patrick Stone (Hairball / Budderside) Hosted by Building a Refuge
2026-03-21 12:30 - 13:30 | Raddison Hotel La Crosse Wi, 200 Second Street South, La Crosse, 54601, United States
🤘 Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation with Patrick Stone, lead singer of the nationally touring rock show Hairball and frontman for Budderside.
Behind the lights and energy of the rock stage is a deeply personal story. Patrick experienced the tragic loss of his sister to suicide at a young age, and his life took many difficult turns along the way. Through those challenges, Patrick ultimately found faith in Christ and the strength to pursue sobriety.
Today, Patrick has been sober for more than 15 years and continues to use his platform to share a message of hope, recovery, faith, and resilience. He also actively supports missions like Building a Refuge, which is dedicated to supporting men’s mental health.
This Live Discussion and Q&A will give attendees a rare opportunity to hear Patrick’s story, ask questions, and have an honest conversation about mental health, faith, recovery, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges.
📅 Date: March 21, 2026🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM📍 Location: Radisson Hotel200 Second Street SouthLa Crosse, WI 54601
🎟 WIN FREE TICKETS during the event!
🎥 To hear more about Patrick’s story of hope, watch here:https://youtu.be/98hxi2I3a84?si=IhTBZM7Gn1HqixD2
🎧🎶 Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/2zYdEAKMcQgwH21bwJBtsC
🌐 Check out all social media and streaming inks by searching “Building a Refuge”
🌐 Learn more about Building a Refuge:www.buildingarefuge.org
A special thank you to our sponsor GECU Credit Union – La Crosse, WI for supporting this event.

Rock n Ride for Hope 2026
2026-06-27 | Carmel VFW Post 10003, 12863 Old Meridian Street, Carmel, IN, 46032, United States
ROCK N RIDE FOR HOPE 2026 Saturday, June 27, 2026
FUNDRAISING EVENT

EVENT DETAILS
Registration Starts: 8:30 AM
Designated motorcycle parking Breakfast will be available! Ride Starts: 10:00 AM Food Available: 2:00 PM Live Music Starts: 3:00PM

Join us for an unforgettable day of purpose, connection, and community as we come together to support Building a Refuge and raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention. This isn’t just a ride… it’s a movement.

There is NO CHARGE for the ride, but we would greatly appreciate a donation to our mission.

Every mile ridden and every conversation shared helps shine a light on something that impacts so many—especially men—yet often goes unspoken. At Building a Refuge, we believe that real change begins with real conversations, and this event is designed to create exactly that.
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WHY THIS EVENT MATTERS
Mental health challenges are real, and too many people are facing them alone.Rock N Ride For Hope is about:
* Breaking the stigma around mental health* Creating safe spaces for open, honest conversations* Educating our community on the importance of support and connection* Encouraging individuals to speak up, seek help, and support one another
Through events like this, we continue building a culture where it’s okay to not be okay—and where no one has to walk through life alone.

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OUR MISSION
Building a Refuge exists to meet people exactly where they are—without judgment, without pressure—offering real support through life’s challenges. Events like this allow us to expand our reach, provide resources, and continue making an impact in our community.
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GET INVOLVED
Whether you ride, attend, volunteer, or simply help spread the word—you are part of the mission. If you are interested in volunteering, please email us at buildingarefuge@gmail.com

Let’s ride for hope. Let’s stand for awareness. Let’s build a refuge—together.

Thank you,

The BAR TEAM !
