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Place of Hope's 2nd Annual Light in the Shadows Luncheon on December 5 at Mar-a-Lago was a record-breaking success raising critical funds for our anti-human trafficking and anti-child exploitation initiatives!
Our heartfelt thanks go to our co-chairs, Jill Gallagher and Jordan Brown, as well as our generous sponsors, committee members, and volunteers who committed their time, talent and resources to making this event a resounding success.
We honored The Smith Brothers Family Foundation with our 2nd Annual Place of Hope Connie M. Frankino Child Advocate Award for their exceptional and sustained commitment to supporting children in our community. They have played a vital role in empowering Place of Hope to provide life-changing services, and we are deeply grateful for their ongoing support. It was a privilege to welcome our Keynote Speaker, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody. Attorney General Moody’s dedication to the fight against human trafficking and child exploitation was clear in her remarks, and we are grateful for her leadership in this critical area. She shared: “It is an honor to work alongside organizations like Place of Hope, as we work hard to stop child exploitation and human trafficking in Florida. As Attorney General, it’s my top priority.” Her words emphasize the importance of collaboration in addressing these complex issues, and we are proud to work together with her and other leaders to protect the innocence of our children and youth.
Place of Hope is a statewide leader in the fight against child exploitation and human trafficking, and is on the forefront of prevention, intervention, and awareness. Each year Place of Hope is serving hundreds of children, young adults who have been sexually exploited, trafficked or at-risk of being groomed and exploited and trafficked with high-quality targeted therapy, family-style neighborhood foster care, comprehensive case management, safe and stable affordable transitional housing with an independent living program, education and enrichment opportunities and family strengthening programs. Additionally, we are upstream helping prevent this evil before it can manifest.
“As we continue providing essential care and critical services, we are reminded of the strength and resilience of those we serve. The journey for survivors of human trafficking is filled with immense challenges, but with your support and the grace of God we are paving pathways of restoration and empowerment for them at Place of Hope”- Founding CEO and Board Member, Charles L. Bender
“For 25 years we have witnessed firsthand the nauseating and heart breaking realities of this crime. All the while, we have been and will continue to care for the survivors who come through our doors, as well as care for and help prevent at risk youth from being groomed and being victimized.” – Director of Advancement, Jamie Bond Ciancio
Place of Hope has been recognized by Charity Navigator as the top-rated nonprofit in “Youth Development, Shelter, and Crisis Services” for four years. This achievement reflects the impact of our work, supported by your generosity.
Since 2001, Your support has led to:
100,000+ children, youth and families served
665+ siblings kept together
375+ forever families found through adoption
375+ aged-out or homeless youth transitioned into healthy adulthood
225+ happy and healthy babies and their mothers cared for
1,000,000+ pounds of food distributed! |
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Thank you to our incredible committee!
To learn more about being on next years committee, or to learn more about sponsorships for next year, please contact JamieB@placeofhope.com. |
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Help Us Check Off Their Wish Lists!
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Help Make This Holiday Special for Our Single Moms and their kids!
This time of year is especially hard for our young adults and single moms as many of them do not have family, a place to go home to or have their own holiday traditions. Many of them aged-out of foster care, were otherwise homeless, or for our single moms, they doing this all on their own.
Shop our registry today and ship directly to our campuses. All gifts should be delivered by December 13. SHOP OUR REGISTRY |
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Help Fulfill a Child's Wishlist!
Help fulfill a child's wish list this Christmas or Hanukkah! SHOP OUR REGISTRY
Did you know many of our kids will be celebrating their first Christmas or Hanukkah? Together we are creating new memories and new traditions! Shop our registry today and ship directly to our campuses. All gifts should be delivered by December 13. |
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Help Make This Holiday Special for Our Young Adults!
Help make this holiday merry and bright for our young adults and single moms! SHOP OUR REGISTRY
This time of year is especially hard for our young adults as many of them do not have family or have a place to go home to. Many of them aged-out of foster care, or were otherwise homeless. Together we are creating new memories and new traditions! All gifts should be delivered by December 13. |
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Upcoming Events This Week!
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Join us TODAY for a special shopping experience at Curio Comes to Boca Raton, hosted by our Champions for Children, Nicola Verses and Nicole Lahoud, participating in our Runway of Hope event to raise funds for survivors of human trafficking.
On Thursday, December 12, from 10 AM to 5 PM, enjoy an exclusive day of shopping with proceeds benefiting Place of Hope. This is the perfect opportunity to find unique items while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in need.
Location: 169 W Key Palm Road, Boca Raton, FL
Register HERE!
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Celebrate the holiday season with J.McLaughlin while enjoying festive shopping and complimentary gift boxing. Explore J.McLaughlin’s curated collection and find the perfect gifts for your loved ones.
15% of sales will go to Place of Hope, helping provide hope and healing for children and families in need.
Date: Friday, December 13
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: J.McLaughlin
11770 SE Dixie Hwy, Hobe Sound, FL
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Join us this Saturday, December 14 for a “Holiday Giving Back to the Kids Event” at the Paramount Theater Building in Palm Beach! Holiday activities will be held in participating shops as well as the courtyard in back. Enjoy a day of holiday shopping and festive fun for kids and adults all while supporting a great cause!
Activities include: trucker hat bar, hot chocolate bar, gift wrapping, slime table, custom stockings, toy drive, treats & paper gifts, and more!
A portion of proceeds will be donated to Place of Hope. |
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Join us on Saturday, December 14, from 12 PM to 4 PM, at the home of Grace and Randolph Walker for a special Holiday Trunk Show hosted by Grace Walker. Grace is one of our Champions for Children, dedicating her efforts to raising funds and awareness for their future.
Enjoy holiday shopping and hors d'oeuvres while exploring incredible brands such as La Enovese Designs, Pure Skin Palm Beach, Beach Haus, and P is for Palm Beach. A portion of all sales will directly benefit Place of Hope, supporting our mission to provide hope and healing to children and families in need.
Location: 225 Beverly Road, WPB, 33405
RSVP to 716-597-6684 |
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Join us for a festive evening at the Oditto Gallery Holiday Party on Monday, December 16, from 5 PM to 7 PM, hosted by Barbara Gilbert, one of our Champions for Children, raising funds for Runway of Hope, a night of fashion and philanthropy to bring awareness to survivors of human trafficking.
Celebrate the season with an exclusive art exhibit by Dayana Rampinelli, live entertainment, and a fun-filled ugly holiday sweater contest. Bring your holiday spirit and join the celebration, all in support of Place of Hope.
Location: Oditto Gallery
205 Worth Avenue, Showroom 306, Palm Beach, 33480
Tickets can be purchased HERE. |
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Tis the season to give!
As a long time supporter Place of Hope, Dr. Ashley Pare and her team at Seaside Dentistry are collecting toys for the month of December.
If you are visiting their office or are in the neighborhood December 1st - December 19th, please come by with a new unwrapped toy to contribute to their donation box! |
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Four Days Left of 12 Days of Giveaways!
This holiday season, Lickstein Plastic Surgery and Lickstein Plastic Surgery Medical Spa are proud to support the important work of Place of Hope!
Stop in today to learn more about the 12 Days of Giveaways!
The have three locations to choose from: Shopped & Offices as PGA West, Lickstein Plastic Surgery at Sanctuary Spa and Downtown Palm Beach Gardens!
Visit their website for all the details:
www.licksteinplasticsurgery.com/12-days-giveaways |
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HIVE for Hope!
Now through Christmas and the start of Hanukkah, purchase a gift or a gift card at Hive Home, Gift & Garden and/or Hive for Her, Him & Kids and the Hive Team will wrap the gift and deliver it to Place of Hope in time for the Holidays!
Gifts are for ages infant through 28 years old. |
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Sponsorships are available!
Runway of Hope brings together fashion + philanthropy advocating for abused, neglected, homeless, hungry, exploited, and trafficked children and youth through a star studded fashion show.
Saturday, January 25 | The Royal Poinciana Plaza | 3PM - 6PM
chic fashion | yummy treats | robust silent auction |
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Aim to Change a
Child's Life!
Register your team and secure your sponsorship today! You choose from the AM flight or the PM flight.
Morning Flight
Breakfast & Check-in 7:30AM – 9:00AM
Safety Briefing 9:15AM
Shot Gun 9:30AM
Lunch, Live Auction, Raffles 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Afternoon Flight
Check-in 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Lunch, Live Auction, Raffles 11:00AM – 1:00PM
Safety Briefing 1:15 PM
Shot Gun 1:30PM
Sponsorships are still available! |
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Save the Date!
Save the date and join us on February 5 at 6PM for our South County "Champions for Children" Fashion Show and Angel of Hope Reception!
This year, we will be honoring our long time friend Renee Feder with Place of Hope's 2025 Leighan Roberts Rinker Angel of Hope Award.
We are excited to be at The Boca Raton for this wonderful evening filled with hope and inspiration!
To learn more, email MayaE@placeofhoperinker.org. |
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Place of Hope's 2025 LEXUS Hope Bash
Saturday, March 1, 2025
6PM - 11PM
Trump National Jupiter
Attire: Cocktail, semi-formal, black tie optional
Reserve your sponsorship now for an unforgettable evening raising friends, critical funds and awareness to benefit south Florida’s largest and most comprehensive children and family’s organization serving foster children, aged-out foster youth, homeless youth, single moms with dependent children and human trafficking survivors!
Event Chairs: Marla Paxson, Nicole Paxson, Dr. Arghavan Welch |
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Place of Hope
9078 Isaiah Lane, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
561-775-7195
Place of Hope, Inc. is a 501c3 tax-exempt charitable organization.
Tax ID # 85-8012546695C-5 | EIN # 65-0841384 |
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