Inspirational Speaker. Entrepreneur. Philanthropist. Survivor

Every woman deserves a purpose-filled life, a life of dignity, and one safe from harm. Speaking her truth and telling her story, Sabrina Greenlee strives to dismantle the culture of silence surrounding Domestic Abuse and Adversity so that survivors everywhere can raise their voices and own their power. Her triumphs and disappointments allow Sabrina to envision a community where women and children can be inspired, empowered, and reach the fullest version of who they were called to be.

“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.”

-Maya Angelou

Foreword by DeAndre Hopkins

In this extraordinary memoir, Sabrina Greenlee, the indomitable mother of NFL sensation DeAndre Hopkins, unveils her journey of triumph over adversity—a saga of tenacity, redemption, faith, and the profound reclamation of personal power.

Sabrina Greenlee was born to teenage parents in the shadow of South Carolina’s Clemson University, and her story unfolds against the backdrop of her challenging upbringing in a family that lacked the means—financial and emotional—to offer her and her two brothers the safety, comfort, and love every child deserves. When she was a teenager, her beloved younger brother, Dilly, died in a drunk driving accident. In her early twenties, Sabrina faced the tragic loss of her fiancé and one true love. A decade later, she was brutally and publicly assaulted, resulting in the loss of her vision.

After years of abusive relationships, Sabrina willed herself to achieve the kind of life she had always dreamed of. She became the loving and dependable mother she wished she’d had, raising four children— including star athletes—who attended college and are successful in their chosen fields. She also found the courage to break the silence that enshrouded her life, ending the trauma that had damaged her family for generations—allowing Sabrina and her kin to heal. Today she works to help other women assert their power and find the faith to have strength even when the future seems hopeless—just as she herself has.

Grant Me Vision is her riveting story—a memoir of resilience in the face of life’s most difficult challenges. It serves as a testament to faith and fortitude, encouraging others to confront their past and to make peace with it.

Sabrina Greenlee is a nationally recognized community activist, philanthropist, author, inspirational speaker, and domestic violence survivor who has dedicated her life to the growth and evolution of women. 

Sabrina’s story is filled with cycles of abuse, teen pregnancy, and a violent attempt on her life that ultimately left her blind. Although her life has been “no crystal stair,” Sabrina credits her faith as the fuel that equips her with the confidence and tenacity to inspire others to repair, recreate and restore their purpose.

S.M.O.O.O.T.H., Inc. (Speaking Mentally, Outwardly Opening Opportunities Toward Healing) is Sabrina’s vision personified. It brought to light and rededicated her quest to ending Domestic Violence by raising awareness and providing relief to affected communities. Sabrina remains true in her mission to inspire and be inspired by women who are chronicling their experiences and fighting for change.