Join us as we welcome Denise Brown as the Keynote Speaker at the 25th Anniversary of the Mending Broken Hearts with Hope luncheon.
Denise Brown’s sister Nicole Brown Simpson was murdered in 1994 outside her Brentwood home, along with her friend Ron Goldman. Nicole’s ex-husband O.J. Simpson was arrested and charged with the murders. The highly publicized “Trial of the Century” revealed years of verbal and physical abuse that Nicole had suffered during her marriage. O.J. Simpson was acquitted of all charges, but in a civil lawsuit in 1997, he was found liable for both deaths. He died in 2024, shortly before the 30-year anniversary of the murder of Nicole.
Since early 1995, Denise has traveled the country, speaking about domestic violence and the death of her sister Nicole. Her work has helped to bring about change as well as secure the passing of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Her commitment to raising public awareness has improved the quality of life for survivors of domestic violence and she remains committed to banishing the darkness and ending the silence of this horrific crime.
The 26th Annual Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon will be held February 20, 2026, at the The Ritz-Carlton Tiburón. With an attendance of more than 800 men and women, the proceeds generated from this annual luncheon provide critical life-transforming programs and services including a 24-hour crisis line (239.775.1101), two emergency shelters with pet kennels, 9 Transitional Living cottages, safety planning, legal and outreach services as well as school-based prevention and community education programs.
The annual event also includes an amazing two-day Designer Boutique with vendors from across the country. The boutique is open to the public, February 20-21, 2026, at The Ritz-Carlton Tiburón.
All Sponsor levels include an invitation for two to a private Patron Reception.
Fabulous items available:
Trips, Dining Packages, Jewelry, Recreation, Home Decor
