Event
Light in the Shadows Anti-Human Trafficking Luncheon
Child exploitation and human trafficking are stealing the futures of children in our own communities. But together, we can change that.
Place Of Hope’s 4th Annual
Light in The Shadows
A luncheon to fight child exploitation & human trafficking
Tuesday, December 1, 2026 | 10AM – 1PM
Mar-a-lago, Palm Beach
Attire: Festive cocktail
The Light in the Shadows Luncheon is one of South Florida’s leading events raising awareness and critical funding to combat human trafficking, child exploitation, and abuse impacting vulnerable children and teens across Palm Beach County and throughout Florida. Hosted by Place of Hope, this powerful annual luncheon brings together community leaders, advocates, philanthropists, and supporters dedicated to protecting children and restoring hope to survivors.
Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes in Florida, and many victims are hidden in plain sight within our own communities. Through the Light in the Shadows Luncheon, Place of Hope is able to directly fund high-quality, trauma-informed therapy, safe housing, education, mentoring, and specialized support services for survivors of trafficking and at-risk youth. These life-changing programs help children heal from trauma, rebuild confidence, and create a path toward long-term stability and success.
As one of Florida’s largest faith-based child welfare organizations, Place of Hope has a growing statewide impact through prevention, intervention, foster care, family support services, and anti-human trafficking initiatives. By partnering with law enforcement, schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations, Place of Hope works to identify vulnerable youth, prevent exploitation before it happens, and provide immediate and long-term care for survivors.
The Light in the Shadows Luncheon is more than a fundraising event — it is a movement to end human trafficking and protect children throughout Palm Beach County and across Florida. Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, and donation made helps provide hope, healing, and a brighter future for children in crisis.
Learn more about Place of Hope’s mission to fight human trafficking, support survivors, and strengthen children and families across Florida by visiting our website and joining the fight to bring light into the shadows.
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Thank You To Our 2026 Winter Wonderland Title Sponsor – The Boswell Family
Last Years Sponsors
Thank you to our 25 Year Celebration Title Sponsor: The Boswell Family
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Thank You to our 2025 Sponsors
The Boswell Family
Vertical Bridge
Bobbi and John Erbey
Alli and Rick Gulliver
Legacy Contracting Group
Provident Jewelry
Elena and Bill Weisberg
Jill and Chris Gallagher
The Deitchman Family
The Saville Family
Caroline and Steve Vogel
Rosalyn and Jonathan Yellin
Diamonds Direct
Evolved Catering
Connie Frankino
Cheri Martin
Michelle Smith
The Tiano Family
The Gableman Family
Ocean Magic Surf Shop
Tanlines Optional
The Scout Guide Jupiter
Casidy Ferneding
Wasp Mobile
Our Chair: Jill Gallagher
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Event Details
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Location: Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach
Time: 10AM – 2PM
Attire: Festive Cocktail
Contact Info
Email: [email protected]
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