Join us for an evening of fun, networking and philanthropy! Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres while interacting with your favorite local celebrity “Startenders!" This event will benefit the Shelter for Abused Women & Children. Entertainment by American Idol finalist Lazaro Reynaldo Arbos!

About the Shelter:
Prevent, protect & prevail over domestic violence and human trafficking with emergency shelters, transitional living, and services offered free of charge.

Give a warm welcome to our guest "Star" bartenders!

Linda Meak:
Linda, a dedicated community leader, is currently Co-chairing the Bags & Bowties Gala. She serves on the Board of Trustees for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children and has received recognition for her impactful volunteer work, including Volunteer of The Year in 2023 and being named a Women of Initiative honoree in 2022.

Karen Colgain:
Karen Colgai is the President of the Guild for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. Karen and her husband Joe retired to Naples seven years ago and now reside there full time. She has dedicated three years to volunteering for the shelter, finding fulfillment in the work aimed at preventing, protecting, and prevailing over domestic violence and human trafficking.

Patti Erwood:
Patti serves as Vice President of the Women’s Guild and is an Ambassador for Youth Haven. In 2023, she co-chaired The Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon. She is involved in the Dining for Women local chapter, supporting global programs for women and children. She has chaired a benefit concert aiding a charity medical clinic for Middle Eastern refugees for 7 years.

Sandra Delbridge:
Sandra worked as a Corporate Designer for Milton Bradley Company before establishing Design Consultants/Art in Place. She continues her art consultation and is involved in charity events like Mending Broken Hearts Luncheon and Bags and Bows for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. Sandra is passionate about creativity and community service.

Diane McCaw:
Diane McCaw, Chair of the Board of Trustees for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, is Co-Chairing the Bags & Bow ties Gala. She's also a Women of Initiative Honoree and actively involved in various community organizations. Diane is also a member of NCH’s Philanthropy committee, Medical Diplomats Council, and Banyon Society.

Shari Kapelina:
Shari is a Trustee for The Shelter for Abused Women & Children. She served as the co-chair for the Shelters 2023 Mending Broken Hearts with Hope Luncheon. She has previously served on several charitable boards in the Washington DC area supporting children’s theater, art and private education.

Katy Tetta:
Katy Tetta has been a part of The Shelter for Abused Women & Children for 6 years. She’s chaired the amazing children’s parties for 2 years, and is now chairing the transitional cottages. She is grateful to be able to help women and children in the community.

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