Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon raises over $740,000

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Now in its 15th year, the Shelter for Abused Women & Children’s Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon netted over $740,000, March 12, at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort. The event, which drew an attendance of over 700 women and men, included a silent auction and two-day designer boutique. Funds raised will further The Shelter’s mission to prevent, protect and prevail over domestic violence through advocacy, empowerment and social change.

Emcee for this year’s luncheon was NBC-2 news anchor Kellie Burns. The keynote speaker was Lynn Rosenthal, Director of External Affairs for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, Washington, DC office. Prior to this position Rosenthal served as White House Advisor on Violence Against Women.

“We were thrilled with the success of this year’s luncheon,” said Chair Gwyn Sanford. “This community recognizes and values the importance of the life-saving programs and services provided by The Shelter and we are grateful for that support.”