2013-14 - Shelter for Abused Women and Children

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REFLECTIONS
AND NEW DIRECTIONS
C o m m e m o r a t i n g 2 5 Ye a r s o f T r a n s f o r m i n g L i v e s
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TRANSFORMING LIVES. RESHAPING FUTURES.
MESS AGE FROM LINDA OBERHAUS
DEAR FRIENDS,
As we reflect on The Shelter’s 25-year history of providing critical services
to victims of domestic violence and their children, we are proud of our
accomplishments. These achievements would not be possible without our
dedicated staff and volunteers, our committed boards and our generous
donors and community partners.
This year’s Annual Report features the many voices of our loyal supporters
whose commitment and support have made it possible for The Shelter to:
• Create community partnerships with law enforcement, the State
Attorney's office, school administration and other local nonprofits to
effectively address the issue of domestic violence
• Educate and speak out about domestic violence in order to continue to build an awareness
about The Shelter as an important community resource that is saving lives
• Develop and expand specialized programs to meet the needs of those seeking help with
initiatives such as our Elder Abuse Response and Medical Responder Programs,
our Women of Means and Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence® Programs and
many, many more that you will read about in this report.
However, there is so much more to do. Over the next three years we look forward to:
• Positioning The Shelter as a national model to serve not only as a local expert,
but as a national resource to certified domestic violence programs
• Providing emergency shelter services in Immokalee
• Expanding upon our human trafficking services
• Further engaging men and boys as equal partners in addressing the issue of domestic
violence, and
• Growing our endowment to ensure that The Shelter's critical services are available to
families in need for generations to come.
I am extremely proud to be a part of The Shelter and pleased to have such wonderful individuals
and organizations encouraging our work today, tomorrow and for many years to come.
Sincerely,
Linda Oberhaus
Executive Director
ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014 | 1
TA B L E O F CO N T E N T S
MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR .................................................. 1
GOOD STEWARDS ......................................................................................... 3
FINANCIAL SUMMARY ................................................................................... 4-5
DONORS MAKING A DIFFERENCE ................................................................ 6-7
- Plan to Give ........................................................................................................................ 6
- Partners for a Peaceful Community ....................................................................................... 7
REFLECTIONS & NEW DIRECTIONS ............................................................. 8-21
- Options Thrift Shoppe ........................................................................................................ 8
- Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence® ............................................................................ 10
- Transitional Housing Program .............................................................................................. 12
COLLABORATIONS .................................................................................... 16-19
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Hands are for Helping .......................................................................................................
Expect Respect ...................................................................................................................
Healthy Relationships .........................................................................................................
Youth Advisory Council .....................................................................................................
FGCU ...............................................................................................................................
InVEST ..............................................................................................................................
Court & Legal Advocacy ....................................................................................................
Medical Responder Program ...............................................................................................
Domestic Violence Task Force ..............................................................................................
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PROGRAMS & SERVICES ........................................................................ 20-21
- Beau Venturi Home Emergency Shelter .................................................................................. 20
- Confidential 24-hour Crisis Hotline ..................................................................................... 20
- Immokalee Outreach .......................................................................................................... 20
- Healing Arts ...................................................................................................................... 20
- The Brookdale Elder Abuse Response Program ................................................................. 21
- Women of Means ............................................................................................................ 21
- The Linguistic & Culturally Specific Victims Services ............................................................... 21
- Haitian Outreach Initiative .................................................................................................. 21
LEADERSHIP VOICES .................................................................................. 22-25
EVENTS ...................................................................................................... 26-31
PARTNERS FOR A PEACEFUL COMMUNITY ....................................................... 32
PEACEMAKERS ................................................................................................. 33
OUR LEADERSHIP ............................................................................................ 37
2 | Commemorating 25 Years of Transforming Lives
G O O D S T E WA R D S
“Only 7% of the
charities we rate received
As donors look for causes to support,
they want to be savvy and select a
charity that has been vetted by a
reputable source. Charity Navigator
allows donors to choose a charity
that meets these criteria.
For four consecutive years, The Shelter for Abused Women & Children has
been proud to earn a Four-Star rating by America’s largest independent
evaluator of nonprofit organizations - Charity Navigator.
The Four-Star rating signifies that The Shelter adheres to good
governance and other best practices and consistently executes its
mission in a fiscally responsible way.
at least four consecutive
4-star evaluations. This
exceptional designation
The Shelter
for Abused Women
& Children from
its peers and
demonstrates to
the public it is
worthy of their trust.”
differentiates
– Charity Navigator
President Ken Berger
in a letter to The Shelter
Demographics of Those Served at the Emergency Shelter
Ethnicity & Race
White
Hispanic
African American
Multi-Racial
Pacific Islander
Asian
Native American
Other
HOUSEHOLD INCOME (WITHOUT ABUSER)
45%
38%
7.1%
2.8%
1.2%
.4%
.4%
5.0%
GENDER
Female
Male
97.2%
2.8%
AGE
18-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
$0
Less than $4,999
$5,000-$9,999
$10,000-$14,999
$15,000-$19,999
$20,000-$34,999
$35,000-$49,000
$50,000-$74,000
$75,000 & Above
53%
20.2%
9.1%
7.1%
5.1%
4.3%
.8%
.4%
0%
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Employed
Not Employed
Retired
37%
62.5%
.4%
4.0%
31.6%
27.3%
20.9%
11.1%
5.1%
FINANCIALS FISCAL YEAR 2014
FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Revenue
FY 2014
FY 2013
Federal & State Grants
$992,645
$883,287
Contributions
2,159,063
2,487,100
In-kind Contributions
431,885
645,808
Special Events (net direct exp)
1,269,912
1,071,174
Investments (less management fees)
891,484
451,603
Options Thrift Shoppe (net direct exp)
1,006,221
1,084,468
United Way
105,000
110,000
Miscellaneous
39,201
11,454
TOTAL REVENUE
$6,895,411
$6,744,894
FY 2014
FY 2013
Personnel
$3,219,640
$3,168,910
Occupancy & Office Expenses
541,107
605,821
Fundraising (less direct event exp)
142,295
116,733
Client Assistance (includes in-kind)
609,149
828,764
Depreciation
247,049
241,785
TOTAL EXPENSES
$4,759,240
$4,962,013
Expenses
Commemorating 25 Years of Transforming Lives…Follow our Journey
WHERE OUR FUNDS COME FROM
FY 2014
FY 2013
Private Contributions
44%
53%
Special Events
21%
17%
Federal & State Grants
18%
14%
Options Thrift Shoppe
17%
17%
FY 2014
FY 2013
Programs
83%
83%
Fundraising
10%
8%
Administration
7%
8%
2014
How We Expended Our Funds
1989
The Shelter opens and the first staff member is Executive Director Linda Winston.
DONORS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Plan to Give
Gift plans create opportunities for both our donors and The Shelter.
Financial advisors call these creative techniques “planned gifts”
because with thoughtful planning, you can turn personal giving into
win-win solutions for both you and The Shelter. The following profiles
feature some of our generous planned-giving benefactors.
Collier County is
ONLY ONE of two
counties in Florida
that DOES NOT
provide direct
funding for domestic
violence shelters
Planned Giving Donors Leave Legacies
J im W erwie , a dentist, and Charlene Grimes, a family nurse
practitioner, have a combined 70 years of experience providing health
care services to countless people of all ages and backgrounds. They
have also witnessed firsthand how domestic violence impacts not only
individuals but also entire communities. It is their hope that, through
their gift to The Shelter, they will play a part in ultimately ending all
forms of domestic violence.
M axine C arter likes to say her life encompasses everything from
chocolate bars to caviar. Beginning her career as a struggling dancer, the
98-year-old philanthropist performed her way to the top where she danced
at the famous Copacabana, hosted a TV talk show in NYC and even
dated Clark Gable. Because of her amazing life, Carter believes that a
positive outlook can inspire victims of domestic violence to overcome their
struggles. With a bequest to The Shelter, she leaves a legacy of strength
for future generations.
As a gifted, accomplished and civic-minded artist, M uffy C lark
G ill touches the lives of thousands of students, fellow artists and
struggling women. Her artwork graces the walls of The Shelter and she
generously donates art supplies to our Healing Arts Program. Through
a bequest to The Shelter, Clark Gill leaves a meaningful legacy that will
continue to support what matters most to her—inspiring the love of art in
the lives of others.
1991
Options Thrift Shoppe, a resale store, opens and is run by the board of directors.
PARTNERS FOR A PEACEFUL COMMUNITY
What we ask of you is the same thing we ask of ourselves—to commit, on a daily basis, to creating
peaceful communities by working to end domestic violence.
We know that an individual transformed is a family healed. A family mended is a neighborhood,
school ground and office changed. Enough people change and our community changes.
A mended community is a peaceful community.
To this end, we call on each of you to help us expand our presence and reach by joining us in our
Partners for a Peaceful Community strategic funding initiative. As a Partner, your gift to either
programs and services or endowment provides The Shelter with valuable resources to address the
root cause of domestic violence, while helping victims and survivors in Collier County.
“We have traveled the world and seen extreme cultural influences that
cause abusive treatment of women to be accepted as a normal way of life.
Unfortunately, the chain of violence exists in almost all countries, including
our own. Because of our concerned awareness of domestic violence,
supporting The Shelter has been a perfect fit for us – a real privilege
and most rewarding experience.
The Shelter has made a giant footprint on Collier County and in our hearts as it leads
community efforts to prevent violence, recently addressing human trafficking abuse.
We are grateful that The Shelter’s newly created Gentle’men Against Domestic
Violence® initiative will ask men to join alongside women in support of The Shelter’s mission.
While serving on The Shelter’s board has term limits, we feel there are no limits to our continuing support of
The Shelter. We ask our friends and service-minded fellow citizens to join us as “Partners.”
KAREN and SAM Smith, Past Chair, Board of Directors
“Domestic violence, dating violence, elder abuse and family abuse
impact us all. The victims are our mothers, sisters, grandparents,
co-workers, neighbors and even pets.
The Shelter for Abused Women & Children provides a safe haven
for these victims and with the help of the staff and the many
programs available, allows victims to emerge as self-confident and
self-supporting individuals.
All of this takes funding. I am honored to be a member of the Partners for a Peaceful
Community Initiative and I encourage everyone to join me in supporting The Shelter.”
Nancy White, Trustee emeritus
Part-time services begin in Immokalee; Bilingual Court Advocacy Program begins part time at the
Clerk of Courts.
REFLECTIONS & NEW DIRECTIONS
BUYING WITH A PURPOSE
Shopping at Options Thrift Shoppe is more like browsing in a
department store than visiting your traditional bargain shop. The
8,400-square-foot store features eye-catching displays of new and
gently used furniture, housewares, women’s, men’s and children’s
clothing and shoes, handbags, jewelry, accessories and more.
With almost two decades of experience working at Options, first as
a volunteer and now as its store manager, Maria McCormick was
happy to share her insights with us about the benefits and the support
that the store brings to families seeking refuge from domestic violence.
What changes have you seen? “Over the years we have grown and when new space became
available, we added a furniture section with a warehouse and expanded our boutique clothing to
include designer brands.“
Options serves an important role in helping The Shelter’s program participants.
Explain how this works? “Using free, gift vouchers that they receive from The Shelter, participants
shop for items they need to help rebuild their lives. If they are living in one of the six transitional
housing cottages, we provide furnishings for their home.“
What items do they need most? “Dining and living room furniture, small appliances, housewares
and bedroom sets are most needed and appreciated. I’ve seen that the mothers always put their
children’s needs first and could sleep on the floor as long as their kids had beds.“
The general public can shop at the store. What types of finds can they expect to see?
“Our donors are very generous and we see brands like Chanel, Armani, Manolo Blahnik and Louboutin.“
It takes a “village” to run a business operation like this. Tell us about your staff and
volunteers. “We have two part-time and five full-time paid employees who are supported by an
amazing group of women and men who generously volunteer their time. During season they number
100 and in the summer it’s closer to 30-40 volunteers. Some come in every day; most have previous
retail experience and they are all dedicated and take pride in their work.“
1993
Counseling services expand with the addition of a part-time children’s advocate,
dedicated to the needs of child victims of domestic violence.
Your biggest challenge? “Educating the public that the revenues support The Shelter -- especially
when they ask for a ’deal‘ on something that is already half price.“
Biggest reward? “Many things come to mind…helping participants rebuild their lives, raising funds
for The Shelter (about 17% of its operating budget comes from Options) and increasing awareness
about The Shelter in the community.“
What advice do you have regarding the types of donations you need most?
“Make sure your donations are suitable and not damaged. Old-fashion televisions are not something
we can sell. We are fortunate in that so many of the donations are new or gently used. We are very
grateful for all the donations we receive.“
What is on your wish list? “We’d like to get the word out that we accept automobile donations.
We partner with Naples Auto Donation Center and proceeds go to The Shelter. We look forward
to having our Shelter Guild members and The Shelter supporters play a key role in increasing auto
donations.“
Any last thoughts? “We provide a personalized, after-hours shopping experience from 5-8:00 p.m.
for groups of 20 or more by appointment. They can bring in their own food and beverages and will
enjoy a 20% discount!“
Please contact Maria
McCormick at 239-434-7115
or [email protected]
for more information.
Visit www.optionsnaples.org
for store information
1 9 94
Kathleen Herrmann joins The Shelter as Executive Director.
GENTLE’MEN AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE® (GADV)
GADV is a ground-breaking program that uses The Shelter’s eight-week Raising Gentle’men
curriculum to promote gender equality and prevent domestic violence. It encourages young men
to challenge their beliefs about men, women and their roles in society. The activities are based
on a holistic approach that seeks to educate for change. Boys replace stereotypical ideas of
men as controlling, aggressive and gaining power through violence, with the idea that men can
be gentle, compassionate and kind without risking their identities.
From left to right:
Graham Lount, Jim Jessee,
John Jordan, Ron McGinty
and Bob Cahners
“For too many years our society looked away from family abuse and often placed as
much blame on the victim as they did on the abuser. Until men accept women as true,
equal partners in life and in relationships, a pattern of behavior by some men will
continue to lead to verbal, emotional, financial and all too often – physical abuse.”
John Jordan, GADV Founding Member
“Helping to develop Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence is one program that I feel
will have the longest running effect on reducing domestic violence in our community.
Bringing this concept to men and boys who are most likely to be involved in an incident
of domestic violence – is attacking the problem at the grassroots level. We must continue
to expand this program.”
Jim Jessee, GADV Founding Member
“I saw that my wife Suzie was very dedicated to the cause of ending domestic violence.
I wanted to show my support for her and the wonderful success story of The Shelter by
helping to fund this program through our family foundation in Winnipeg, Canada.”
Graham Lount, GADV Founding Member
Women’s support groups begin and Naples Daily News publicizes information to the
community.
New Direction
Encouraging boys and men to be equal partners with women and girls to end domestic violence and
promoting nonviolence as a desirable masculine trait lies at the core of the GADV program, which
will be expanding this fall.
“The GADV started as a luncheon with a goal of having
100 gentle’men attend to bring awareness to the problem of
women and children being abused by men. It has evolved
into a tailgate-themed evening event each February supported
now by over 200 gentle’men. Have we established a
fundraising event that’s gaining traction in the community? I
believe we have. Are we broadening awareness, absolutely. But there’s a
long way to go. The tailgate event is just one component of a thoughtful
strategy we’re developing to stop this dreadful behavior in our community,
and we intend to be an example to other communities in Florida and
the nation.”
Ron Ciesla, men's annual tailgate event chair
john jordan
sam smith
michael benson
Bill Waltrip
Through 77 lectures, workshops and group discussions held at schools and other
organizations, 2,115 young men learned what it means to be a true man...
a gentle’man
Please contact [email protected] if you wish to learn more about this initiative and how you can
become a part of the solution.
1998
Our Immokalee program that serves immigrant and migrant battered women is named a national model.
TRANSITIONAL housing PROGRAM LEADS TO INDEPENDENCE
Collier County lacks decent affordable housing for victims of domestic violence. As such, the demand
for The Shelter's Transitional Housing services has dramatically increased over the last few years.
Overview of Phases I and II
In 2008 as part of Phase I, four single-family cottages on a two-acre lot adjacent to The Shelter were
completed. The housing project increased The Shelter’s bed capacity from 60 to approximately 72.
Since that time, the program has flourished and The Shelter has moved forward with plans for Phase
II, which includes five additional single-family cottages totaling approximately $2.5 million. As of July
2014, two of the five cottages still need funding.
Each unit is 1,320 square feet and includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a kitchen, living/
dining room, screened lanai and front porch. The cottage is equipped with a residential security
system, energy-saving appliances, basic durable cabinetry, countertops and flooring.
Bob and Pam Cahners underwrote the construction of an original cottage and Bob has now decided to
endow the cottage's on-going operations in the memory of his late wife Pam.
"I saw the construction of a transitional housing cottage as a chance for me to make a meaningful contribution to providing victims with the means to establish independence and self respect.
The additional opportunity to endow the operation of the cottage means that I will enjoy a
permanent connection with families struggling to bring sanity and happiness into their lives that
have experienced so much disillusionment and pain." BOB Cahners, emeritus trustee
1999
The Shelter’s Board of Directors approves long-range plan to build a new shelter and
the building site is purchased; Professional golfer Ken Venturi hosts the Beau Venturi golf
How You Can Help
Naming opportunities are
available at $500,000
each for the two remaining
Phase II cottages. The total
cost covers both construction of the cottage and an
endowment for operating
expenses including utilities
(water, electric, cable),
pest control, security,
maintenance and repair.
Three of the four cottages
in Phase I have been built
and named but still need
endowments of $250,000
each to cover operating
expenses.
The Shelter is also offering
a $2.5 million naming
opportunity for the
entire Peace Village, which
includes all nine units in
Phases 1 and II. In addition,
for $5 million, the entire
Naples Campus "The Peace
Sanctuary" is available as
a naming opportunity.
Any inquiries can be
directed to Executive
Director Linda Oberhaus
at 239-775-3862.
Provided 4,018
transitional housing
bed nights through our
FIVE cottages to EIGHT
adults and 18 children
Giving to Build
These donors share their beliefs in the Transitional Housing Program.
Bluebird of Happiness
Louise and Hank Leander generously built and endowed one of the
cottages in Phase II and christened it "Bluebird."
"The Transitional Housing program helps a family find a new
life. It is wonderful that we can do something like this while
we can witness the project through completion…better than a
legacy." Louise Leander
Bountiful & Blue
Another home in Phase II and a neighbor of Bluebird – is the
Blueberry cottage completely funded by an anonymous donor.
“Every child deserves to thrive in a loving home and
environment. Unfortunately this is not always the case. Thanks
to The Shelter, lives can be changed to make this possible. It
gives me great joy to be a part of this wonderful program.”
Anonymous
Make it Your Life’s Mission
One of the newest cottages in Phase II has been generously funded
by the passionate Jean Ackerman.
“I have heard countless horror stories from abused women living
here in Collier County. It takes tremendous courage to leave an
abuser who is threatening to kill you. I cannot imagine anyone
meeting one of these courageous women and not wanting to
reach out to help them.” Jean Ackerman
tournament, generating close to $1 million in seed money for construction of the state-of-the-art facility; The $5.8
million “Wings of Hope” Capital Campaign launches, led by Co-Chairs Scott Lutgert and Dawn Litchfield.
SPECIAL ENDOWMENT NAMING OPPORTUNITIES
The Campus
$5 Million
2000
“Hands are for Helping, Not for Hitting” program begins in city parks, prior to
being added to all public schools pre-kindergarten classes in Collier County.
Peace Village
$2.5 Million
Transitional Housing Cottages
$500,000
Endow Existing Transitional
Housing Cottages
$250,000
2001
The Shelter Board of Trustees forms with 10 charter members serving as ambassadors in the community
and generating on-going support.
COLLABORATIONS
Schools, from kindergarten through college, partner with The Shelter to help prevent domestic
violence abuse.
Hands are for Helping
Shelter Advocates help Pre-K through second grade students develop interpersonal skills that they
can use throughout their lives. This program focuses on the positive things children can do with their
hands. They are shown how to “use their words” versus “acting out.”
This past year, Advocates offered 219 presentations to
5,563 children, who committed to a peaceful way of
interacting with others. Children developed personal safety
plans, SIGNED TAKE-HOME PLEDGES and stamped their
hands on classroom banners as commitments to use their
hands for helping, not hitting
Expect Respect
Tweens and teens in Immokalee participate in this interactive program that works to change common beliefs
about what is acceptable in dating relationships and
how to create relationships based on mutual respect.
The Shelter’s Immokalee Outreach
Advocates presented 70 Expect
Respect programs to 824 students
this past year
Healthy Relationships
This program helps prevent dating violence by teaching middle
school and high school students what healthy relationships look
and feel like.
Shelter Advocates provided
152 presentations to 7,783
students this fiscal year
The first “Mending Broken Hearts with Hope” signature fundraising luncheon is held,
featuring a mission-based speaker and creating awareness to 750+ community members.
Youth Advisory Council
Teens from across Collier County are working to change the knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and
behaviors of their classmates with the goal of reducing teen dating violence in our community through
peer education and support.
Florida Gulf Coast University
Since June 2011, FGCU interns, usually three per semester, have attended the Shelter's Core
Competency training and have assisted FGCU professor and volunteer Legal Aid attorney,
David Steckler, in representing domestic violence and family law participants.
In addition, FGCU now includes a three-credit domestic violence course in their curriculum. With
the ability to reach over 13,000 students, the course will be facilitated by staff and collaborating
agencies who are members of the community wide Domestic Violence Taskforce.
"By now, we've represented well over 100 clients in both
injunction and family law proceedings. These interns provide
assistance as we guide our clients through the intricacies
of family court and their fear of coming forward, and then
testifying."
David Steckler, attorney and FGCU professor
2002
The Shelter facility is completed and residents move into the Beau Venturi Home, as advocates and staff
move into the administrative and outreach/counseling wings of the building.
A WIN-WIN
Collaborating with law enforcement and the court system is a winning partnership.
InVEST (Intimate Violence Enhanced Service Team)
InVEST is a statewide initiative by the Florida Department of Law
Enforcement in the five Florida counties with the highest domestic violence murder
rates. This unique model allows for coordinated efforts to help identify
victims at highest risk for domestic violence homicide (murder by their
intimate partner), make confidential contact with the victim to offer safety
planning and access to services while holding batterers accountable for
their actions.
This crucial collaboration between the Collier County Sheriff’s Office,
Marco Island Police Department, Naples Police Department and The
Shelter helps reduce domestic violence homicides in our community.
This past year, the
InVEST Team reviewed
2,129 police reports,
contacting and
referring the 831
individuals most at
risk for domestic
violence homicide
to the program
Local agreements with law enforcement agencies enhance these efforts by:
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Expanding information sharing among agencies
Ensuring victims at risk for being murdered by their partners are confidentially contacted for safety planning
Assisting these victims in accessing services at The Shelter
Holding batterers accountable for their actions
“The Shelter has a lengthy history in Collier County as an invaluable
resource for victims of domestic violence. As a law enforcement
officer and a member of The Shelter’s board of directors, I
appreciate the tireless work that the organization’s staff and
supporters invest in preventing domestic violence and protecting
those who are victims. I share The Shelter’s vision of every home in
Collier County being a safe haven for the people who live there.”
Sheriff Kevin Rambosk
Court & Legal Advocacy
Facing the legal system is daunting without the added fear and trauma of domestic violence. Our Advocates
and attorneys help participants navigate the judicial system, assisting with divorce and custody hearings,
applying for injunctions for protection (restraining orders) and serving as support in court.
The Shelter receives the Points of Light Award, a national recognition that honors
organizations addressing critical needs in the community.
Medical Responder Program
The purpose of this community collaboration is to provide resources,
advocacy and safety planning to domestic violence survivors receiving
medical treatment by having an Advocate from The Shelter respond to
hospital emergency rooms. Advocates are available 24 hours a day on an
on-call rotation to enable them to respond to any of the four local hospitals
in Collier County within 60 minutes, with the goal of meeting with victims
of domestic violence and human trafficking to offer programs and services
free of charge. Additionally, through the program, The Shelter provides
training for medical personnel on how to best respond to domestic violence.
Domestic Violence Task Force
The Domestic Violence Task Force continues to raise awareness about
domestic violence in innovative ways that help to change attitudes,
beliefs and behaviors to stop domestic violence before it begins. The group
organized its first speaker series event, which identified best practices in
addressing our community response to domestic violence. Additionally,
through the task force, relationships with community collaborators continue
to strengthen, ultimately offering our mutually shared survivors a continuum
of services and a web of support.
“When I was invited to serve on the Collier County Domestic
Violence Task Force, I thought that being a nurse of more than
30 years would prepare me.
Not true! What I am learning is prevention, protection and
prosecution should be our highest priority.”
Kathleen J Bove, RN, MSM, CNE,
Physicians Regional Healthcare System
Women who reported
domestic assaults to
the police relied
heavily on emergency
rooms for medical
care. Nearly 80%
came to an emergency room at least once
during the four years
after their first assault.
Most of them sought
emergency room care
frequently – an average of SEVEN TIMES
EACH. Despite policies
requiring screening
and intervention for
domestic violence,
only 28 percent of the
patients studied were
ever identified as
victims of abuse. –
2011 Perelman School
of Medicine study
2004
The Shelter receives the Harvey B. Kapnik Award from the Community Foundation of Collier County for
discerning leadership, sound management and high impact programs.
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Beau Venturi Home Emergency Shelter
Our 60-bed emergency shelter has 12 bedrooms, an outdoor Nature Explore
Classroom with gazebos and an on-site kennel. It provides a safe-haven,
safety planning, food, clothing, toiletries, laundry facilities, a children’s library,
indoor/outdoor play areas, school supplies, holiday and birthday celebrations,
counseling and support services to victims of domestic violence and human
trafficking at no charge.
482 women, men
and children used
the Emergency
Shelter this year.
67 pets stayed at
the on-site kennel
including 39 dogs,
23 cats, one rabbit
and one fish
Confidential 24-hour Crisis Hotline
Trained advocates provide counseling, safety planning and referrals 365 days a
year to those in need who call our 24-hour hotline at (239) 775-1101.
2,488 callers started their healing journey this year by calling the
Hotline for either themselves or a loved one
Immokalee Outreach
The Shelter’s Immokalee Outreach office offers bi-lingual advocates who provide a full range of domestic
violence advocacy services for adults and children. Individual and group counseling, safety planning, direct
assistance, economic empowerment, life skills groups, legal services, information and referrals, transportation,
and crisis intervention are provided for survivors of domestic violence at this rural location.
Healing Arts
The Healing Arts program, through creative writing, yoga, drumming
circles and more, assists participants in facilitating positive changes,
including building self-esteem, assertiveness and inner strength.
The program accounted for 1,524 counseling hours to
participants. Community outreach included participants'
artwork displays at the Marco Center for the Arts and at
two locations of Iberia Bank
The first “Shelter from the Storm” luncheon is held; the Shelter holds its first meeting with
42 charter members who provide support and create awareness of Options Thrift Shoppe.
The Brookdale Elder Abuse Response Program
Underwritten by The Brookdale Foundation Group, this free, comprehensive program is designed to meet the
unique challenges facing individuals 50 years and older who are abused by their partner or someone who
they depend on for care. Our Elder Abuse Response Advocate and volunteers assist with: food, clothing,
furniture, household and personal care items, transportation, access to recycled cell phones for emergency
calls, safety planning, housing, public benefits, medical referrals, legal advocacy and filing for social security
disability and supplemental income applications.
Women of Means
This program supports self-identified
affluent women who have specialized
needs based on their abusers’ power,
privilege and access to resources.
Beginning as a peer-to-peer outreach
program, Women of Means provides
participants with supportive services,
individual and group counseling,
resources,
safety
planning
and
economic empowerment.
Our Women of
Means Advocate
facilitated more
than 66 groups
this year, as well
as individual and
group counseling
for 43 women
Linguistic & Cultural Services
This initiative focuses on enhancing community partnerships using the Safe & Together model. This model works
to keep children with the non-offending parent during investigations of domestic violence involving migrant
farm workers. An Advocate is co-located at the Department of Children & Families office in Immokalee and at
Family Preservation in Naples.
The staff assisted 46 individuals and participated in 57 case staffings with the Department of
Children & Families to keep families safe and together
Haitian Outreach Initiative
This outreach program builds bridges with the community by ensuring
Creole-speaking Advocates are available at The Shelter. It also provides a
women’s Creole support group, community events to create awareness and a
collaboration with Haitian religious leaders. In addition, materials are distributed
at schools and education programs are offered at various schools and businesses.
During the 20132014 fiscal year,
we were able to
help 74 Haitian
individuals on
their healing path
The Shelter receives the Governor’s Peace at Home Award for our children’s programs aimed at stopping the
generational cycle of domestic violence.
LEADERSHIP VOICES
GOT MILK!
Volunteers created a “milk bank” to provide for the youngest in need.
The famous ad campaign “Got Milk,” where celebrities donned milk mustaches in support of drinking
dairy, began 20 years ago. About that same time, The Shelter‘s volunteer Michelle Bright started her
own campaign – however the milk mustaches ended up on the faces of the children taking refuge at
The Shelter.
“There never seemed to be enough milk for the children,” noticed Bright,
a 75-year-old grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of two.
“We collected milk money from residents in a little box located
inside of the Naples Land Yacht Harbor’s clubhouse. We started
out delivering two gallons per week, and now we deliver
four-to-six gallons of milk every Monday.”
Bright has grown her small, one-woman milk bank into a
multi-member personal delivery service where groceries,
including fresh meat and vegetables, are dropped off once
every three weeks by other Naples Land Yacht Harbor
residents.
“This past Christmas, we shopped for women’s and
children’s clothing and delivered 28 pairs of shoes for both
boys and girls,” she says. Recently Bright was honored for
her 25 years of service at a volunteer recognition brunch
hosted by The Shelter. “I was so surprised. The staff is very
good and works very hard,” she adds. “I do it because I
just love to give back. This is my gift to the community.”
If you are interested in volunteering at The Shelter, please visit our website at www.naplesshelter.org to
complete a volunteer interest form or contact Rebecca Thompson at 239-775-3862 ext. 235 or e-mail
[email protected].
2006
The Shelter continues development of innovative services, offering Healing Arts Program,
Elder Abuse Response and Women of Means programs.
The Shelter Guild
“In 2004, the newly formed Shelter Guild held its organizational
meeting with 42 charter members who committed to serve as
ambassadors, help with fundraisers and encourage others to
contribute to Options Thrift Shoppe because their purchases would
benefit The Shelter. Our goal was to grow and serve however
needed. Today, the Shelter Guild has grown in number, outreach,
service, programs and in knowledge where its members generously
give of their talents, enthusiasm, gifts and hearts.”
Fran Usher, President 2004-2005
“I have been pleased to work with, and now lead, The Shelter Guild
over the past several years. This group of women give tirelessly
of their time and energy, as well as their money. Our committees
are always looking for ways to do their jobs better and be more
productive. With new chairs leading two of our largest committees,
much will be accomplished in the coming year.”
Niki Thompson, President 2013-2015
“As a Shelter Guild member, one thing that has had an enormous
impact on me (and our members) is The Shelter's mission statement,
which I have had the privilege of reading aloud at Guild meetings.
It starts: “To Prevent, To Protect, To Prevail.” Many of its programs
help prevent domestic violence with community outreach and education. Some examples are: Hands are for Helping, the Youth
Advisory Council, Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence® and the
Domestic Violence Task Force. We look forward to 'prevailing' and
to the day when domestic violence shelters are a thing of the past!”
Pat Wheeler, 1st vice president
“Since I became active with The Shelter Guild more than seven
years ago, our membership has grown exponentially to 200-plus
members. They provide significant monies, donations of furniture
and clothing, and volunteer hours. Because of their contributions,
The Shelter has been able to grow and expand its programs and
services. Additionally, The Shelter has taken a leading role in
educating the public and our school children so that domestic
violence can be understood and prevented before it occurs.”
Linda Sims, 2nd Vice President
2007
Linda Oberhaus joins The Shelter as Executive Director.
LEADERSHIP
Board of Trustees
“The Board of Trustees was created to increase awareness
of domestic violence in our community and garner support
for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. We helped
raise funds to build our world-class shelter so we could serve
the many victims of domestic abuse in our area. Speaking to
community groups, professional organizations, our friends and
our neighbors, we shared our passion for this worthy cause. I
am so proud to witness The Shelter's remarkable growth and
strong leadership over the years, and am honored to continue
my strong support for this much-needed service.”
Mana Holtz, chair 2000-2001
“For 25 years, The Shelter has blazed a trail providing
comprehensive and needed programs to meet the challenges
of domestic violence. The committed men and women of our
community who gave birth, energy and leadership to the
mission are worthy of high praise.”
JoAnn Remington, chair 2011-2014
“During my first year as Chair of The Shelter Trustees, we
continued to work diligently on our ‘Partners for a Peaceful
Community’ strategic funding initiative. Progress is being made
as caring, generous donors step forward to offer their support
to provide funding for both programs and services and to
establish a $20 million endowment. This critically important
initiative is designed to expand our presence and reach,
providing the necessary resources for The Shelter to continue
to take a leadership role to stop domestic violence before
it begins.”
Lacey King, Chair 2013-2015
2008
Construction begins on four Transitional Housing Cottages, adjacent to The Shelter campus;
The Community Ambassador Committee forms to educate and engage business professionals.
Board of Directors
“I have been on the Board of Directors for The Shelter for six
years and Chair of the Board for the past two. During that
time, I have seen a dramatic strengthening of our Board
with the addition of the Collier County Sheriff, the Chief of
Police of the City of Naples, the Superintendent of Schools
and a representative of NCH, in addition to outstanding
citizens of Collier County. Having the support of all of our
board members in furthering our education programs and
identifying and ensuring the safety of our victims has been
invaluable. It has been a great pleasure to lead this board and
I thank each person who has contributed so much.”
Arlene Shapiro, Board Chair 2012-2014
“Embracing a leadership that represents diversity: race,
culture, gender, religion, economic status and educational
level creates not only a broader perspective of the impact
of domestic violence but also different concepts for
resolutions. Programs dealing with domestic violence can
use this information to be more effective with a greater
number of people as well as seek to fulfill the mission – to
make each living situation one of safety.”
Frankie Anne Tester, board chair 1999-2001
Community Ambassador Committee
“The Community Ambassador Committee (CAC) continues to
evolve as an educational and assistance arm of The Shelter.
As the proverbial baton passes to the incoming chair Jessica
Horowitz, we will be looking towards expanding the
membership base of the committee to ensure community
professionals from various fields are represented and able
to contribute. The vision is that the unique skills of these
professionals, either in combination or individually, may be
called upon to assist with even more of The Shelter’s initiatives
throughout the year.”
Deborah Trinka, CAC chair 2012-2014
The Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence® program is initiated, and the first men’s-only luncheon
event is held; Strategic plan shifts The Shelter’s focus to prevention, education and stopping domestic
EVENTS
Old Bags & New Friends
The inaugural luncheon attracted
more than 500 guests to The RitzCarlton Golf Resort, Naples to bid on
hundreds of previously-loved and new
designer handbags. Following an
exclusive Saks Fifth Avenue fashion
show featuring designer Carmen
Marc Valvo, one over-the-top live
auction item
— a fashion-filled
New York City getaway — went for
$95,000, helping to gross more than
$250,000 for The Shelter.
2
1
3
1 Event Chairs: Sharon Treiser,
Kirsten Ferrara & Vicki Tracy
2 Joan Brahmin
3 Simone Lutgert & Heather Dockweiler
4 Al Rupp, Kirsten Ferrara, Carmen
Marc Valvo, Don & Bonnie Rauch
5 Barbara Franks, Barbara Jordan
& Boo Mortenson
6 Sonya Sawyer & Sharon Delaura
4
5
6
Calling All Fashionistas
The kick-off party to the Old Bags event was hosted by Vicki Tracy at a private residence underwritten by
The Arlington. Guests brought their most-loved handbags that were donated for the auction.
1
1
2
1 Kirsten Ferrara & the team from Heart & Soul Boutique, Nikki, Tania & Andrea
1 handbags were up for auction
2
2 More than 300 designer
violence before it begins. The plan outlines innovative programs for cutting-edge
prevention, education and intervention services that will effect real, measurable change.
1
2
3
25th Anniversary Commemorated
A ceremony to commemorate the 25th Anniversary and the recommitment to safe homes in Collier County was highlighted by a declaration
signed by The Shelter, the State Attorney’s Office, the Collier County
Sheriff’s Office and the Naples and Marco Island Police Departments.
A personal message was sent from Governor Scott encouraging
partnerships and collaborations that focus on prevention, that provide
safety and support to survivors and that hold perpetrators accountable
for their crimes.
3
4
1 Linda Oberhaus with Sheriff Kevin Rambosk 2 Commissioner Georgia Hiller & Carolyn Tieger
3 Representative Kathleen Passidomo & Bette Aymar 4 Chief Don Hunter & Chief Tom Weschler
1
2
3
3
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Everyone from football players wearing purple socks to Mercato shop
owners donating food/clothing came out to support Domestic Violence
Awareness Month. Dozens of activities were hosted and sponsored during
October to raise awareness.
4
1 Runners supporting the Moe’s Corporate 5K race benefitting The Shelter 2 Local football team members donned purple
socks to support domestic violence awareness 3 Yogurbella 4 Grace & Shelly's
Cupcakes
1
2
24
2009
An After-school youth development advocate joins the emergency shelter staff.
EVENTS
Gentle’men Tailgate
The annual tailgate party at Bay Colony hosted by
the Gentle’men Against Domestic Violence committee
featured sporting games, tailgate fare, a Scotch and
cigar lounge with live entertainment by DJ Ceron and
a surprise live auction item. Young GADV members
Christian and Valin shared personal stories and
insights about their participation in the program.
Sheriff Kevin Rambosk presented a commemorative
pin to each committee member.
1
2
1 GADV committee members: top:
Dennis Ling, Bernie Craig, Al Rupp, John Jordan;
bottom: Glen Schwesinger, Bill Waltrip & Chair,
Ron Ciesla
2 Brian & Michael Benson & Randy Antik
3 Erik, Scott & Kurt Lutgert
4 Sebastian Saitta, Jason Theriault, Ryan Needler,
Colin Estrem, Glen Schwesinger, Gordon Kellam
& Joseph Wendt
3
4
Monarchs Take Flight
The Monarch Society held its lunch at the RitzCarlton Naples Beach House where key note
speaker Sheriff Kevin Rambosk told the guests
what the Collier County Sheriff’s Office is
doing to keep victims safe and hold
domestic violence perpetrators accountable
for their crimes.
2
3
1
4
1 Monarch Dress
2 Gwyn Sanford, Bev Cherry,
Jean Ackerman, JoAnn Remington,
Glorie Stonisch-Jimenez & Betty O’Brien
3 Shelly Stayer & Barbara Jordan
4 Geraldine Martin & Ginny Quirk
5 Dori Hobson & Georgia DallePezze
2
5
2010
Financial literacy program is established; on-site childcare is added to services provided
for residents of emergency shelter; addition of community education and training
3
2
1
Mending Broken Hearts
The 14th Annual Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon
at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples drew 700 guests who experienced
a moving speech by New York Times bestselling author Leslie
Morgan Steiner. Receiving this year’s Beau Venturi Peace Award
was Dr. Barbara Jordan, a long-time Shelter supporter and friend.
3
4
1 Standing l to r: Niki Thompson, Mana P. Holtz, JoAnn Remington,
Carol Dinardo, Jackie Cronacher Seated l to r: Christine Flynn, Nancy White, Liz Jessee, Fran Usher
2 Gwyn Sanford, Sherri Abruzzese, Leslie Morgan Steiner & Cinny Murray 3 Wynnell Schrenk & Niki Thompson
4 Jean Ackerman, Martha Figg, Jan DiRomulado & Susie McCurry
4
1
3
2
Donor Appreciation
Keynote speaker Kim Gandy, president and CEO of the
National Network to End Domestic Violence, addressed
Shelter donors while Brenda and Ron Morey were honored.
The Dinardo’s generously hosted the cocktail and hors d'
oeuvres reception held at the Naples Yacht Club.
1
4
1 Carol Dinardo with Jim & Liz Jessee 2 Lacey King & JoAnn Remington
3 Brenda & Ron Morey with Linda Oberhaus 4 Niki & Tom Thompson & Bill & Donna Watnip
position increases outreach efforts; The Domestic Violence Task Force, comprised of community stakeholders, is
established through funding by Chico’s FAS, Inc.
EVENTS
Shelter from the Storm
The 11th anniversary attracted
400 supporters for a lunch
featuring the premiere of The
Shelter's
25th
Anniversary
video. Keynote speaker, Lt.
Mark Wynn, who ran the largest
domestic violence police unit in
the nation — shared his personal
story of surviving abuse.
1
2
2
1 Lt. Mark Wynn, Linda Oberhaus & Bob Harden 2 Rich Montecalvo, State Attorney Stephen Russell
Volunteer Appreciation
This year’s volunteer brunch honored individuals who donated hundreds of hours to prevent domestic violence and
support The Shelter’s cause.
2
1
2
1 Linda Sims, Pat Wheeler 2 Michelle Bright, Rebecca Thompson, Danielle Mordaunt, Carol Drouin, Jaime Crossan-DeBres
2
Many Options
A runway show featuring name brands such as Chanel,
Gucci and Armani were modeled by The Shelter’s Guild and
Options’ volunteers showcasing donated clothing for sale at
The Options Thrift Shoppe.
1 Anna Toole-Hutchens 2 Lynn Wigton
1
2012
2
The Next Generation initiative launches, expanding The Shelter’s base of support for
future leadership and mission awareness.
Purple Party
Hosted by the Next Generation Committee, 175 Shelter supporters turned out for this fundraiser at Café Lurcat
for a fun night of live Motown music by The Greg Miller Band and a slider burger bash.
1
2
1 Alexandra Simpson, Glen Schwesinger, Ryan Needler, Kitsy & Colin Estrem
2 Scott Blackburn, Peter & Gina Paddock, Joi Wilson, Dave Anderson, Christy Carpenter, Dylan Sanders, Chrissi Hadley
Mary Kay Nature Explore Classroom
A ribbon-cutting event launched the new Nature
Explore Classroom. Mary Kay, Inc., the Roots and
Shoots Fund supported by Susan Regenstein and
the hard work of O’Donnell Landscaping and
Eagle Scout candidate Jakob Germann were
recognized for their generosity.
1
1 Mary Lou Kelly, Sam Smith, Erika Aron,
Karen Smith & Bette Aymar
2 Michelle Felix & Linda Oberhaus
2
Fit n’ Fun Field Day
A morning of three-legged races, obstacle courses,
sack races, soccer dribble with the FGCU Men’s
Soccer Team and more was held to support
The Shelter.
1 Dave Anderson & family
2 Dylan Sanders & Kristine Meek
2013
1
1
2
Educational collaboration between the Domestic Violence Task Force and Florida Gulf Coast University
creates a 3-credit course on domestic violence.
P artners for a P eaceful C ommunity
Strategic Funding Initiative
Gifts to Programs and Services or Endowment July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014
*Denotes a Planned Gift
$5,000,000 & ABOVE
$50,000 – $99,999
$1,000 – $9,999
Patti & Warner Blow*
Anonymous
Verna M. Bunting
Georgia & John DallePezze
Charitable Lead Annuity Trust under
the Will of Louis Feil
Nancy Seeley/Leonard C.
& Mildred F. Ferguson, Foundation
The Marguerite Hutchins Fund*
Gordon Kellam/Climb for The Shelter
Glen Schwesinger/Climb for The Shelter
Cynthia & Bruce Sherman
Karen & Sam Smith
Sherri & Joseph Abruzzese
Bette & John Aymar
Kathy & Eric Feinstein
Martha & Jim Fligg
Janice Harrison
Scott Herstin
Linda & David Hinds
Lacey King
Janice Teal & Dennis Ling
JoAnn & Bert Paradis
Jacquelyn Pierce
Patricia W. Farah Trust
Deborah & David Maksymetz
Margaret Russell – in honor
of Stephen Russell
June & Robert Tarter
Gail S. T. Webster & Linton Patterson
$500,000 – $999,999
Anonymous*
Anonymous
Louise & Hank Leander
$250,000 – $499,999
Anonymous
Robert M. Cahners
Liz & Jim Jessee*
Shelly & Ralph Stayer
Donna & Bill Waltrip*
$100,000 – $249,999
Beau Venturi Trust
Shirley & Michael Benson
The Brookdale Foundation Group
Dona O’Bannon Erkenbeck in honor
of Marsha O’Bannon
Babara & John Jordan*
Adria & Jerry Starkey*
$10,000 – $49,999
Anonymous
Patricia & Thomas Brand
Carol & Henry Dinardo
Christine & Terry Flynn
Grace & Barry Frey
Estate of Donald J. Majeska*
Mana P. Holtz
The Martin Foundation, Inc.
Norma Jean & Crawley Joyner, III
JoAnn & Chuck Remington
Arlene & Donald Shapiro
Marie & J. Richard Stonesifer
Patti & Jerry Wachowicz
Nancy White
Partnerships with local law enforcement agencies and the judiciary are strengthened;
The Shelter Guild surpasses 200 members who continue to serve as Shelter ambassadors.
Mission
Visionaries
Cumulative lifetime giving of
more than $100,000
In addition to the many generous donors
who made gifts to The Shelter within the
last year we want to recognize those who
have given more than $100,000 over
their lifetimes. Some have given steadily
for years; some have given one-time or
planned gifts; some have done both. Gifts
marked with an asterisk (*) are bequests
made to The Shelter.
Altria Group, Inc.
Anonymous Donors (4)
Arthrex, Inc.
Patti & Warner Blow
Chico’s FAS, Inc.
Phyllis & Robert Clark
Community Foundation of Collier County
Lu Drackett
Estate of A. Gordon Lozier*
Estate of John & Lucile Harris*
Martha & Jim Fligg
Chrstine & Terry Flynn
Kenneth D. Goodman*
Ann L. Henegan
Carrey & Sterling Hitchcock
Dori Hobson
Emma Clyde Hodge Memorial Fund
Mana P. Holtz
Chandra Jessee
Glorie & Jorge Jimenez/
The Stonisch Foundation
Barbara & John Jordan
Louise & Hank Leander
Simone & Scott Lutgert
Roderick E. MacRae
Diane & Ron McGinty
Brenda & Ron Morey
Frederick L. Mueller
Alyce Nash*
Joyce & William O’Meara
JoAnn & Bert Paradis
PGA of Collier County
Premier Properties of S.W. Florida
David Rush
Sharon & William J. Schoen/
The Schoen Foundation
2014
Sidney R. Rabb Charitable Trust/
The Sidney & Esther Rabb Charitable
Foundation
The Martin Foundation
The Naples Children & Education
Foundation, founders of the
Naples Winter Wine Festival
Susan Regenstein/The Regenstein Foundation
The Stranahan Foundation
Trinity-by-the-Cove Episcopal Church
United Way of Collier County, Inc.
Sharon & Dolph von Arx
Mildred Whalen
William J. & Dorothy O'Neill Foundation
Wine Tasters of Naples
Ken Venturi/Beau Venturi Trust
Circle of Peace
The Shelter for Abused Women & Children
established the Circle of Peace to
recognize those individuals who have
included The Shelter in their estate plan.
Members help to ensure the future of
The Shelter by providing the financial
resources necessary to end domestic
violence for generations to come.
Patricia & Bill Adams
Patricia & John Adams
Donna Lee Allenson
Connie Angeleri
Anonymous
Joanne & James Applegate
Patti & Warner Blow
Verna Bunting
Linda & Tom Burgstone
Maxine Carter
Roger Clark
Margaret Crawford
Carol Curlin
Heather DeRico
Helen Dunkhorst
June Eaton
Dona Erkenbeck
Elva M. Fissel
Barbara Folkertsma
Muffy & Warren Gill
Lynn Gunzel
Mana P. Holtz
Liz & Jim Jessee
Barbara & John Jordan
Bonnie Kant
Dr. George Kumin
Lea Lappi
Eugene Leinroth Jr.
Suzanne Lount
Sandra Mahaney
Carla Mills
Wilma Nason
Alyce L. Nash
Donald A. Majeska
Bobbie McDermott
Paula & Dermot McNulty
Boo & Loren Mortenson
Frederick L. Mueller
Cora & Ross Obley
Joyce & Bill O'Meara
Mary Parker Lee
Roberta Patton
Marci Sanders
Julia Schmidt
Judy & Bob Sherman
Adria & Jerry Starkey
Lorraine Suerth
Frankie Anne Tester
Raymond Thomas
Dee Anne Thomas
Donna & William Waltrip
Charlene Grimes & Jim Werwie
Beatrice & Milton Wolfson
Nancy Wyckoff
Peacemakers
Annual Gifts – Our work at The Shelter
would not be possible without the
generous support of so many in our
community. We are extremely grateful
for the kindness shown to our
organization and those we serve.
$100,000+
Anonymous
The Naples Children & Education
Foundation, founders of the
Naples Winter Wine Festival
United Way of Collier County
$50,000 – $99,000
$25,000 – $49,999
Patti & Warner Blow
The Claire Friedlander Family Foundation
Ann L. Henegan
Dori Hobson
Glorie & Jorge Jimenez/The Stonisch
Foundation
Expansion of transitional living program with the completion of cottage #5 and the groundbreaking
for cottage #6.
Barbara & John Jordan/
The Jordan Charitable Foundation
Brenda & Ron Morey/
The Morey Family Foundation
Annette Pakula/Louis H. Gross Foundation
Sharon & Dolph von Arx
Donna & William Waltrip
Jane R. Williams Fund
$10,000 – $24,999
Jean Ackerman
Erika & Peter Aron/J. Aron
Charitable Foundation
Helen W. Bell Charitable Foundation
The Byrnes Family Foundation
Community Foundation of Collier County
Degna Spoldi Private Family Foundation
Carol & Henry Dinardo
Mary E. Dooner Foundation, Inc.
Nicki & Bryce Douglas
Connie & Robert Eaton
Emma Clyde Hodge Memorial Fund
Martha & Jim Fligg
Frances Pew Hayes Family Foundation
Mana P. Holtz
The League Club, Inc.
Nancy Seeley/The Leonard & Mildred
Ferguson Foundation
Janice Teal & Dennis Ling
Joan T. Loos
Ana A. Marinho
John P. & Anne Welsh McNulty Fund
F.L.A.G. Foundation/Sue Murray
Audrey Morean Peterson
Ann Ratner/The Ratner Family Foundation
Bonnie & Donald Rauch
Candice & William Raveis
Susan Regenstein/The Regenstein
Foundation
Margaret & Stephen Russell
Gwyn & Bill Sanford
Sarah Spencer Foundation
Scaife Family Foundation
Sharon & William J. Schoen/The Schoen
Foundation
Karen & Robert Scott
Mary Jane & Frank Semcer
Karen & F. Samuel Smith
T.F. Trust
Trinity-by-the-Cove Episcopal Church
Mildred Whalen
Nancy White
Wine Tasters of Naples
$5,000 – $9,999
Lu Drackett /The Amaza Foundation
Pat & Had Asiel
Barron Collier High School
Kirsten Ferrara & Alois Rupp/BMI Rupp
Foundation
Patricia & Thomas Brand
Christine Brown
Linda & Phil Dabill
The Detter Family Foundation
Laura & Jim Dixon
Kathleen & Daniel Dunn
Frank M. Ewing Foundation
Betsy & Daniel Ferguson
Mary Ferman
Susan Frane
Grace & Barry Frey
Myra Friedman Family Foundation
Gulf Coast Runners Club, Inc.
Beverly J. Haas
Linda & David Hinds
Heather Hobrock
Howard & Troth Family Fund
Loreasa & Bill Hyde
Charles & Virginia Jacobsen
Charitable Trust
Chandra Jessee
Tricia & William Kassling
Lucy & Jack Kuhne
The Latousek Foundation
Raymond W. Leclerc
Dawn Litchfield Brown
Simone & Scott Lutgert
Catherine & Jim Malvaso
Sharon & Burkley McCarthy
Barbara & J. William Meek
Christine & George Myers
Betty & William O'Brien
Barbara & Richard O'Leary
Joyce & William O'Meara
Paradis Foundation Fund
Mary Ann Pisarczyk
Virginia Quirk
JoAnn & Chuck Remington
Michael E. Schaufeld
Marjorie Schreier
Richard M. & Maureen G. Schulze
Donor Advised Fund
Matthew C. Sellitto Foundation
Arlene & Donald Shapiro
Cynthia & Bruce Sherman
Jeannie & Christopher Smith
Adria & Jerry Starkey
Jenny & Kermit Sutton
Theodore and Maria Bollt Family Foundation
United Church of Marco Island
Pamela & Roger Weston/Weston Foundation
Willard Family Fund
Kathy & Rodney Woods
$1,000 – $4,999
Anne & Bill Abney
Angela Adams
Agua Fund, Inc.
Usha & Monte Ahuja
AKC Humane Fund
Lee Allen
Cindy & Barry Alvarez
Anonymous
Anonymous
Artis-Naples
Bette & John Aymar
Barbara & Ronald Balser
Luann & J.T. Battenberg III
Bill & Helen Iten Family Endowment
Mary Ann & William Bindley
Josette M. Black
Bradley Boaz
Eileen & Bill Bolster
Rosemary Bonner
Jane & Richard Borchers
Carol & Peter Boyd
Barbara & Gerard Boyle
Erin & Mark Brahms
Susan & William Brock/William F.
Brock Family Fund
Marybeth Brooks
Kristy & John Buck
Maureen & Robert Buhrmaster
The Jerry L. & Barbara J. Burris Foundation
Phyllis E. & Donald G. Campbell
Charitable Foundation
Cynthia Carlson
Carole & Reid Carpenter
Robert C. Carroll
Jerry & Sally Casey Fund
Cedar Hammock Golf & Country Club
Cedar Hammock Woman's 9 Hole Golf
Eleanor Chabraja
Karen & Ron Ciesla
Ralph Cioffi
Elizabeth & William Clark
Classics Women's Golf Association
Mary Clements
Elaine & Kenneth Cole
Marilyn & Dale Comey
June & Thomas Cooper
Russell Cowles
Mary Ann & Bernie Craig, Jr.
Jackie & Roy Cronacher
Julie & Timothy Dalton
The Daniel R. & Anne M. Harper
Foundation
Addition of a Medical Responder program and expansion of the Gentle’men Against
Domestic Violence program.
Audrey & William Demas
Carol & Carl F. Dill Jr.
Heather & Jamie Dockweiler
Sara M. Donahue
Margaret Evans Dustin
Eagle Creek Women's Golf Association
Patricia & Andrew Edelman
Terry & Bob Edwards
Sandra & Curt Edwards
Kathryn M. & Bruce Evans
Jeanette & Herbert Evert
Betty & Larry Fagan
Helen & Richard Farace
Kathy & Eric Feinstein
First Mates of the Naples Sailing
& Yacht Club
First Presbyterian Church of Naples
Robert Fisher
Janet & William Flynn
Madeline & Norman Foster
Foxfire Community Association
of Collier County
Barbara Frazier
Nancy & Tom Gallagher
Peggy & Ed Galli
Genevieve & Walter Galliford
Judith A. Gardetto
Carol Garneau
Mary Jo & Joseph Gatti
Lavern Gaynor
Legends Women's Golf Association
Lynne & James Geerts
Nick George
Jamie Gibbs
Tricia & Ronald Glah
Gore Family Irrevocable Trust
Patricia J. Griesdorn
Lynne Haarlow
Donna & John Hall
Cedar Hammock Community
Lou Ann & Hal Hansen
Linda & Robert Harden
Ann & John Harris
Janice & Hudson Harrison
William & Sandy Heitz Family Foundation
William B. Hellegas
Scott Herstin
Hideaway Beach Association
Christie & Jeff Homel
Marihelen & Edward Hubbard
Kathleen & Craig Hudson
Hunters Ridge Community Association
Island Country Club Charitable
Foundation, Inc.
J.A.M. Foundation
Diane & Robert Jenkins
Michelle & Brian Jones
Michele & Larry Jones
Norma Jean & Crawley Joyner III
Claudia Kahn
Pat & Scot Kaufman
Susan & John Keenan
Julie Thiele & Paul Kempner
Charles Kerwood III
Lacey King
Pat King
Pat Kingham
Janie & Robert Kinkley
Anne & Peter Klein
Jeannine Klump
Kathryn & Kenneth Krier
Billie Ann & Michael Kubly
Dian Lane
Lisa & Gerald Lanz
Barbara Lapham
Gail & Al Laub
Cynthia & Ned Lautenbach
Loralee & Raymond LeBoeuf
Lee & Mary Ledford Fund
Maureen & Arnold Lerner
Suzie & Graham Lount
Catherine & Edward Lozick Foundation
Kurt Lutgert
Kristin & Rod MacRae
Marco Island Woman's Club
Rosena Marley & Craig Schneier
Ellen Martin
Janet W. Martin
Cecilia & John McBride
Diane & Dan McCaw
Susan & David McCurry
McDonagh Family Foundation
Sonia & Malcolm McDonald
Carol & Mark McDonough
Honey McGrath
Michele McKenney
Karen McLaughlin
Mary & Edward P. McNamara
The Quinton B. & Beverly H. McNew Foundation
Sherrie & Joseph Meek
Carol & Robert Meli
Patti & Ralph Miesel
Constance & Don Miller
Jan Eveleigh & Richard W. Miller
Ginny & Doug Mills
Christina Carducci Mona
Gerald Mitchell
Barbara & John Morgan, Jr.
Boo & Loren Mortenson
Cynthia S. Murray
Naples United Church of Christ
Naples Woman's Club, Inc.
Donna J. & Bill Neal
Thelma K. & Edward Negley
Selma Nettles
Cherie Neu
Dory Newell
Mary & John Nice
Lynn & Francis Nocifora
Vickie Nolen
Bonnie L. Nugent
Ole Community
Cathy & James Orr
Christine W. Paddock
The William & Wilma Paterson Fund
Jan & Steve Patterson
Lynne & John Pavlic
Penny & Schuyler Peck
Maryann & Rock Pennella
Catherine A. Perez
Pfizer Foundation
Laurie & Fredric Phillips
Jacquelyn Pierce
Sharon & Stephen C. Plumeri
Estelle & Stuart Price
Marilyn & James Quinn, Jr.
Barbara Raber
Terry & David Rayburn
Jackie Ressa
Annabella N. Richardi
Kathryn & Charles Rieger
Kay & Richard Ryder
The Salisbury Family Foundation, Inc.
Dylan Sanders
Marci Sanders
Robert E. Sanson
Pamela Sapiente-Smith
Sonya & Brian Sawyer
Jean & James Schill
Wynell & George Schrenk
Patricia L. Schrenk Fund
Scripps Howard Foundation
Phyllis & Michael Seaman
Michele & Robert Seass
The Evan & Tracy Segal Family Foundation
Seiberlich Family Foundation
Marty & Lawrence Selhorst
The Shelter Guild
Paula Sims
Joan K. Slocum Foundation
Gail & Russell Smith
Vicky & David Smith
Howard Spector
Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union
Foundation
St. John's Episcopal Church
Ardietta & John Stafford
Elizabeth & Stanley Star
Deborah Stoll
Stout Family Foundation
Continued collaborations with community non-profits to include an on-site substance abuse advocate from the
David Lawrence Center.
Lisa Strain
Patricia Stratton
Debbie Sturrup
Patricia Sullivan-Schrenk
Karen Talford
Thelma & Art Tarlow
June & Robert Tarter
Marilyn & Harrison Tempest
Frankie Anne Tester
The Glitter Foundation
Niki & Tom Thompson
Linda Todorovich
Roselyn Travis
Jean & John Travlos
Sharon R. Treiser
Marcia & Gray B. Tuthill
The United Church of Marco Island
United Way Suncoast
Jean Van Buren
Al Van den Broek
Sandy & Roger Vasey
Vineyards Country Club
Paulette & Joseph Viviano
Carol & Louis Volpe
Patti & George Wagner
Wainscott Family Fund
Lucille & Roger Warren
Gail S. T. Webster & Linton Patterson
Ivette Arsenec Weir
Margaret & David Wenger
Charlene Grimes & James Werwie
Pat & Bill Wheeler
Joseph G. Wheeler
Carol Williamson
Ingrid & Peter Willson
Natalie & Jim Wismar
Lynn Yaeger Davidson
Ginnie & Bill Young
Paula & Ken Zeisler
Corporate Visionary Partners
$10,000+
The Allstate Foundation
Arthrex, Inc.
Bank of America Foundation
Chico’s FAS, Inc.
HMA Foundation, Inc.
Insurance Management Consultants, Inc.
Johnsonville Sausage
Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation
Maserati Naples
The O’Dell Group at Morgan Stanley
PNC Foundation
Corporate Partners
$1,000 – $9,999
Avon Products Foundation, Inc.
Balbianello, Inc.
Barbara Arnett Cashmere
Caldwell & Townsend
Campus Peddler
Catch All Gifts
Charlotte Kellogg
Cheng Management Company, LLC
CI Travel
The Clara Williams Company
Coastal Beverage, Ltd.
Comerica Bank
Conditioned Air Corp.
Cummings & Lockwood, LLC
DeAngelis Diamond Construction
Detra Kay Jewelry Design, Inc.
Discovery Communications
Farr, Miller & Washington
Fidelity Investments
FineMark National Bank & Trust
First National Bank of The Gulf Coast
First Pawn Jewelry & Loan
Fleming & Fleming
Freya’s Bower
Hahn Loeser & Parks, LLP
Home Tech
Huntington National Bank
J.D. Loden Wealth Management
JPMorgan Chase
The Joannajohn Collection
John R. Wood Properties
Kitchen Designs by Clay
Lalo Handbags, Inc.
Lisa M. Taylor Designs
Melanie White Designs, LLC
Mercedes-Benz of Naples
Micros Systems, Inc.
Moe’s Southwest Grill
Naples Money Management
Naples Trust Company
Nina McLemore, Inc.
Nordstrom, Inc.
Northern Trust Bank
Palm Beach Apparel Group
Payless Shoesource Foundation
Publix Super Markets Charities, Inc.
Quadrille Wallpapers & Fabrics
Queen Bea Studio
Robb & Stucky
The Romantic Room, Inc.
Shelter Alliance
Summerfields Fine Furnishings
Sunshine Ace Hardware
Swamp Buggy, Inc.
TECO Partner’s, Inc.
The Arlington of Naples
The Lyko’s Group, Inc.
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
The TJX Foundation
Trillion
U.S. Bank
UBS Financial Services, Inc.
Vanderbilt Gallery
Wells Fargo
Wilford & Lee, Inc.
A Wreath of Wishes
Yale Carolinas, Inc.
Gifts in Memory
We also want to acknowledge gifts, which
were received in memory or in tribute to a
special individual.
Sam Anderson
Rosemary Bonner
Jeanne Cooper
Ernest Dodegge
Patricia Edwards
Amy Lynn Fitzpatrick
Nellie Frye
Jane C. Greenlaw
Virginia Howe
Maryann Josh
Ernest Kelly
Keith Kelly
Carolyn Kilmer
Hank LaMar
Robert B. Latousek, Sr.
John Louks
Charity D. McClellan
Andrea Millstein
Sarah Moore
Eunice Mote
Leah Nash
John O’Meara
Dolores Rankin
JoAnn Remington
Jen & Kathleen Ringer
Joseph Sauzo
Mary Sullivan
Jean Wilhelm
Additionally, we offer our sincere gratitude to
each and every friend who has contributed to
our Options Thrift Shoppe and to our wonderful customers for helping support The Shelter’s
mission through their involvement with Options.
Equally important, we extend our appreciation
for the donations of the vitally important in-kind
gifts we receive from individuals and businesses
throughout Southwest Florida. Donor listings
include the period July 1, 2013 through June
30, 2014. (We apologize for any unintentional
omissions.)
Creation and installation of the Mary Kay Nature Explore Classroom.
V olunteer L eadership
Board of Directors
Emeritus Trustees
Community Ambassador Committee
Arlene Shapiro, Chair
Linda Hinds, Vice Chair
Dave Maksymetz, Secretary
Scott Herstin, Treasurer
Sam Smith, Past Chair
Tom Brand
Christy Carpenter
Lacey King
Dennis Ling
Rich Montecalvo
Dr. Kamela Patton
Sheriff Kevin Rambosk
Robert Tarter
Bill Waltrip
Chief Tom Weschler
Dr. Laurie Zone-Smith
Suzanne Lount, Co-Chair
Bob Cahners, Co-Chair
Mary Baron
Dawn Litchfield-Brown
Lu Drackett
Terry Edwards
Pella Fingersh
Martha Fligg
Mana P. Holtz
Becky Kwedar
Maureen Lerner
Gloria McDonagh
Barbara Meek
Boo Mortenson
Bill O’Meara
Joyce O’Meara
Jo Ann Paradis
Susan Regenstein
Jim Seitz
Adria Starkey
Shelly Stayer
Fran Usher
Sharon von Arx
Sally Von Behren
Deborah Trinka, Chair
Wilma Boyd
Kellie Burns
Linda Flores
Donna Gillroy
Jessica Horowitz
Shirlene Industrious
Shelly Krygier
Trudy Labell
Janet Lee
Shelley Lund Hobbs
Michele McKenney
Lisa Mead
Patricia Murhpy
Courtney Ott
JoAnn Remington
Miranda Sharkey
Cherry Smith
Carolyn Tieger
Kathleen van Bergen
Thomas Wallace
Sandi Wilson
Rep. Kathleen Passidomo
Rabbi Fishel Zaklos
Guild Executive Officers
Communications Committee
Niki Thompson, President
Pat Wheeler, 1st Vice President
Linda Sims, 2nd Vice President
Joanne Fowler, Secretary
Cindy Potter, Asst. Secretary
Peg Melillo, Treasurer
Christine Flynn, Past President
Membership Chair, Cara Martin
Carolyn Tieger, Chair
Nancy Fowler
JoAnn Remington
Miranda Sharkey
Board of Trustees
Lacey King, Chair
Christine Flynn, 1st Vice Chair
Carol Dinardo, 2nd Vice Chair
Donna Waltrip, Secretary
JoAnn Remington, Past Chair
Erika Aron
Bette Aymar
Michael Benson
Warner Blow
Bob Cahners
Ron Ciesla
Georgia DallePezze
Dona Erkenbeck
Kathy Feinstein
Grace Frey
Dr. Barbara Jordan
Suzie Lount
Annette Pakula
Jacquelyn Pierce
Candace Raveis
Dylan Sanders
Glenn Schwesinger
Niki Thompson
Gail S. T. Webster
Nancy White
Staff Leadership
Linda Oberhaus, Executive Director
Lisa Fasanella, Director of Programs
Cyndi Fields, Director of Development
Julie Franklin, Director of Operations
REFLECTIONS
AND NEW DIRECTIONS
C o m m e m o r a t i n g 2 5 Ye a r s o f T r a n s f o r m i n g L i v e s
ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014
ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014
P.O. Box 10102, Naples, Florida 34101
Confidential 24-hour crisis line: 239.775.1101
Administration: 239.775.3862
TTY Line: 239.775.4265
www.naplesshelter.org
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2013-14 - Shelter for Abused Women and Children

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