Hope's Door Gala

Hope’s Door to Highlight Survivor’s Story at “An Evening of Hope” Gala on May 3, 2013

Hope's Door, a local organization that provides assistance to domestic violence victims, will host a fundraiser at Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown.

WHEN:        
Friday, May 3 at 6:30 p.m.                

WHERE:      
Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill Mansion
81 Highland Avenue, Tarrytown, NY

WHO:          

When Westchester County resident *Lisa walked down the aisle to marry the love of her life at a synagogue in Long Island 23 years ago, she had the hopes and dreams that any bride would have on her wedding day. She was about to embark on a life full of happiness and joy, she thought. Little did she know that when, as part of Jewish tradition her husband broke the glass with his right foot during the marital ceremony, it was actually the start of her life breaking apart.

Lisa is a victim of domestic abuse and will tell her touching story during the Hope’s Door Annual Gala entitled “An Evening of Hope”. Her ex-husband verbally abused and threatened the lives of her and her two children. While she felt disparaged, demeaned and fearful of her family’s life, Hope’s Door provided her with a safety plan, counseling, legal service assistance, and opened the “door” to “hope” of a new life.

Also during the event, Woodlands Community Temple of Greenburgh will be honored for its long-time partnership with Hope’s Door. And, News 12 Westchester Anchor Scott McGee will be the Master of Ceremonies.

*Pseudonym used for the protection of the victim

WHAT:          

Hope’s Door, a charity that that seeks to end domestic violence and empower victims to achieve safety, independence, and healing from the trauma of abuse will hold its Annual Gala this year entitled “An Evening of Hope.”  In addition to Lisa’s story, there will be live and silent auctions and a “Fund A Need” appeal to encourage attendees to donate additional funds to help continue Hope’s Door’s efforts.

Contact: Jennifer Ryan Safsel: jryansafsel@HopesDoorNY.org