Place of Hope Inc.

We are grateful to PB5 Star, our valued Impact Sponsor for this year’s Light in the Shadows Luncheon. Their generous support helps Place of Hope provide comprehensive services to survivors of human trafficking. With their contribution, we can continue offering essential resources like housing, medical care, and education to those in need. By partnering with us, PB5 Star is making a real difference in the fight to end human trafficking. Together, we are helping survivors heal and thrive. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for this impactful event! To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/eAP-sqZV or email light@placeofhope.com.

Place of Hope wishes you a blessed Yom Kippur. On this sacred day of Yom Kippur, we take time to reflect, turn inward, seek forgiveness, and embrace renewal. It is a time for personal growth, healing, and strengthening our connection with faith and community. As part of this observance, we say 'G’mar Chatimah Tovah,' meaning 'May you be sealed in the Book of Life'—a heartfelt wish for peace, blessings, and renewal in the year ahead. May this time of reflection bring you hope, restoration, and new beginnings.

A huge thank you to Girls Wanna Have Fun for hosting a pantry item drive for Place of Hope! They will be collecting nonperishable food items through the end of November, helping us prepare for Thanksgiving and provide much-needed support to the children and families in our care. As the holiday season approaches, it is the perfect time to join in. Hosting a nonperishable food drive is a great way to make a meaningful impact in the community. Want to get involved? Reach out to JoyT@placeofhope.com to learn how you can help make a difference this holiday season!

As we celebrate National Case Management Week, we are honored to highlight Gina M. Fazio, LCSW, CAP, ACSW, our Director of Clinical Services. She has been serving with Place of Hope since 2005 and has been a vital part of our mission, dedicating her career to providing comprehensive case management, therapy, and counseling to children and families in need. Gina works tirelessly to ensure children and families receive the compassionate care they deserve, making a lasting impact on countless lives. Gina and her husband, Jake, have also opened their hearts and home, fostering children in need through Place of Hope. Her commitment to ensuring that children and families receive the compassionate care they deserve is at the heart of our mission. Gina’s unwavering dedication has brought hope and healing to countless lives. Join us in celebrating Gina’s incredible contributions to our community and support the work of Place of Hope by getting involved today. Visit our website to learn more.

A huge thank you to John and Bobbi Erbey, our generous Production Sponsor for this year’s Light in the Shadows Luncheon. John and Bobbi's support plays a vital role in our mission to combat human trafficking and provide critical care to survivors. With his contribution, we continue to offer housing, medical care, and essential resources to those in need. By joining us at Light in the Shadows, John and Bobbi are helping to make a lasting impact in the lives of the most vulnerable. Their commitment allows us to shine a light in the darkest of places. For more information on how you can support this important cause, please visit https://lnkd.in/eTNtm_py or email lightnshadows@placeofhope.com.

Sponsorships are LIVE for the most chic charity fashion show in Palm Beach County! Runway of Hope brings together fashion and philanthropy! Advocating for abused, neglected, homeless, hungry, exploited, and trafficked children and youth, our “Champions for Children” comprised of influential community leaders, local celebrities and models will walk the runway on January 25 at the iconic Royal Poinciana Plaza. Sponsors and attendees will delight in chic fashion, indulge in convivial treats and bid in a robust silent auction. Proceeds from this event benefit Place of Hope’s Anti-Human Trafficking initiatives including high-quality targeted therapy for survivors and at-risk youth, prevention, and intervention efforts, as well as community education and outreach initiatives. Secure your sponsorship or VIP package today as seats are limited to just 250! Visit https://lnkd.in/ehDgjQC7 to reserve your seats.

Thank you so much to Seaside Dentistry for your incredible generosity! Your support is making a lasting difference in the lives of the children and families we serve at Place of Hope. Because of partners like you, we can continue to provide essential resources and opportunities that bring hope and healing to those who need it most. Seaside Dentistry just concluded a 2-week supply drive! The office and their clients collected essentials like socks, dental hygiene items, shoes, and diapers. Do you want to get more involved? There are so many ways—whether through hosting a drive, donating, or volunteering. Every bit of support helps us make a meaningful difference. If you want to make an even bigger impact, reach out to JoyT@placeofhope.com host your own drive today!

We are reminiscing on such a tremendous night raising friends and funds to break generational cycles of abuse, neglect, and homelessness. A heartfelt thank you to all of our sponsors who made this impactful evening possible. Together, we are igniting hope and transforming the lives of our youth. Your unwavering commitment to breaking these cycles is empowering our children and youth to experience true freedom. We extend our deepest gratitude for your support, which is helping to ensure brighter, healthier futures for those who need it most.

Amazon Prime Day is tomorrow, October 8-9, and it is the perfect opportunity to shop with purpose! This year, your purchases can directly support Place of Hope’s Shade Tree Program, which is dedicated to assisting foster families, caregivers, families in crisis, and survivors of human trafficking. By shopping through this initiative, you are helping provide essential resources, guidance, and support to those who need it most. Make a meaningful impact with every purchase! Each item you buy will help provide vital assistance to families striving for brighter futures. Shop our Amazon wishlist today to provide essential items and resources that will help us create a warm and loving environment for these children. Your contributions will make a significant difference in ensuring that siblings can stay together and thrive in our care.

Growing out of foster care, can be scary, tumultuous and challenging. At Place of Hope, we are changing that for hundreds of foster youth aging out of care. October is Foster Youth Voice Month. Help us, help them. Donate today at placeofhope.com. https://lnkd.in/egRMwF6S