Press release:
Safelight is excited to invite the community to their upcoming event, “Night of the Child,” a benefit to help Safelight prevent and treat child abuse, Saturday, September 9 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM at Burntshirt Vineyards in Hendersonville.
This fun gathering will feature a silent auction with art donated by regional artists, delicious food from Dandelion and Hannah Flanagan’s, award-winning wines from Burntshirt Vineyards, beer from the Asheville Brewer’s Alliance, and musical entertainment by Jason Whitaker of Asheville Acoustics.
Safelight’s Program Director for Believe Child Advocacy Center, Andi Craven spoke enthusiastically about this event. “We want everyone to know that Safelight is their resource for helping to prevent or heal from child abuse. We look forward to gathering with our community to celebrate the 236 children whose lives have been improved after receiving help from Believe Child Advocacy Center.” Craven continued, “This work is truly a community effort. Believe is a program of Safelight that brings the necessary community partners together to help prevent, investigate, and prosecute child abuse while caring for the child and non-offending family members.”
Tickets for “Night of the Child” are $50 per person and are available at www.safelightfamily.org or by calling 828-693-3840. Individual sponsorships are also available for $100 each. Contact Laresa Griffin at 828-693-3840 for more information.
Safelight provides hope and healing for families in Henderson County affected by trauma. The organization responds to domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse by offering free, confidential help for adults and children. By removing barriers to getting help, Safelight’s many programs heal lives and create a safer, healthier community. For more information, visit www.safelightfamily.org.
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