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“There is Hope” Fundraiser Luncheon Details:
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
10:30 am – 12:30 pm – Silent Auction
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The Haven of Love Welcomes You to Attend Our Annual 'THERE IS HOPE' Fundraiser Luncheon on May 29th at Hotel Swexan in Dallas, TX!
On Thursday, May 29th, 2025, we invite you to join The Haven of Love at Hôtel Swexan in Dallas’ Harwood District, for the “THERE IS HOPE” Annual Fundraiser Luncheon.
We need Table Sponsorships, Underwriters, and Silent Auction Donations to make this event a success. You can help transform a woman’s story. Together we can replace despair with hope and bring restoration to lives!
At The Haven of Love, we are more than a ministry – it’s a lifeline. 225 days a year, our 28 dedicated volunteers pour life and love into women and juveniles, offering them hope, healing, and a fresh start. Our Transitional Living Home provides safe housing and critical resources for women seeking to re-enter society and return to their families.
OUR IMPACT IN 2024
- 3,108 women attended our weekly mentoring programs at the Lew Sterrett Jail.
- 265 women participated in our mentoring program at Gateway Foundation Corrections in Wilmer, TX.
- 1,000+ women attended The Haven of Love worship services in Texas prisons.
- 732 women received discipleship training at The Haven of Love Resource Center.
- 675 women found healing through Christ-centered art therapy at Homeward Bound.
- 360 teen girls participated in support group classes at the Letot Center in Dallas County.
Ministering to Men
The Haven of Love continues to expand its reach. In 2024, God opened a new door, enabling us to minister to men at Lew Sterrett Jail with the support of our new male volunteers.
“When a man’s life is transformed by the power of God, the impact extends to his entire family, creating a ripple effect of hope and renewal for generations.”
- 320 men attended our weekly Bible Study programs at the Lew Sterrett Jail.
Will you help us continue this life-changing work?
Your generous gift is more than a donation-it’s a blessing that brings hope and healing to lives in need. Thank you for your support. We look forward to seeing you at the THERE IS HOPE Luncheon!
JOIN US!
Every year, so many women here in Texas find themselves starting over from square one and rebuilding their lives after facing unimaginable challenges. Their journeys of courage deserve to be supported and celebrated. On May 29th, we’re setting a table where HOPE is served alongside lunch… Where stories of transformation replace small talk… Where your presence makes a powerful difference.
The Haven of Love’s Core Values:
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- Walking with women through recovery: Starting a new life can be a difficult journey. We provide resources for hope and healing as women take active steps towards a better brighter future.
- Sharing God’s love by praying together: Prayer plays an important role in our community. Shared experiences of prayer can quickly become opportunities to express mutual love, forgiveness, and grace to those who are hurting.
- Sharing gifts of compassion: Sharing compassion for those around us means that we feel their hurt along with them. We build relationships that come from understanding each-other at a deeper level.
- Teaching of God’s Word: Teaching is a key element in acquiring information and developing knowledge to better our mind and bodies. Our leadership is passionate about God’s word and the impact it has on our lives.
If you find giving back to be one of the most rewarding things in life, you’ll want to come and join this incredible group of people who share that passion for helping others. On Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 11 am – 1 pm at the beautiful Hotel Swexan you’ll enjoy a fabulous lunch with even more fabulous company!
To purchase a ticket and reserve your place at the table for The Haven of Love “There Is Hope” annual fundraiser luncheon, simply click on the ticket above (or any other button that says “Buy Ticket”.)
TESTIMONIALS
My Journey with The Haven of Love
My name is Brianna, and I arrived at The Haven of Love in March 2024. From the moment I walked through the doors, I was met with love and the undeniable presence of God. The program offered a six-month to one-year transition period, and after my first 30 days, I had the opportunity to attend training with RBC. This training prepared me for work in the warehouse industry and even provided a second-chance job opportunity with the City of Dallas.
After securing a job, my primary goal was to reunite with my children, who were staying with their aunt, and find a stable place for us to live. I worked diligently for six months, and after completing my time at The Haven of Love, I was able to get my own apartment. Shortly after, I regained custody of my children.
The Haven of Love continued to support me even after I left, helping me furnish my apartment and providing food assistance. It was a truly life-changing experience, and I knew without a doubt that God’s hand was in it all. Today, my children and I are living together again as a family, and I am employed by the City of Dallas.
I am beyond grateful for God’s favor in my life and for the safe haven that The Haven of Love provided after my release from prison. Most of all, I want to thank Miss Karen and The Haven of Love Transitional Women’s Home for their unwavering support, guidance, and the covering they provided during my journey to restoration.
-Brianna
My Journey with The Haven of Love
Hi, my name is Valerie. I first met Miss Karen Green while I was in Dallas County Jail, where she facilitated The Haven of Love’s Healthy Relationships class. I was incarcerated for six months, and upon my release, I returned to my family. However, I remained connected to The Haven of Love through their aftercare program.
The support groups, held on the first and third Tuesdays, along with Bible study on the second and fourth Saturdays, have been a tremendous source of strength for me since my release. This program has provided me with encouragement, guidance, and a community of women who uplift one another.
Now, eight months after my release, I have the privilege of giving back as a volunteer. I arrive early to help set up for the groups, stay to support others, and share my testimony when given the opportunity. I am so grateful for The Haven of Love’s reentry program, which provides women like me with a safe space filled with love, support, and the presence of God.
I thank the Lord for The Haven of Love and the impact it has on our community. It truly means so much to women like myself.
– Valerie 🙂
LUNCHEON & FUNDRAISER EVENT TEAM
Karen Green
(214) 232-1320
[email protected]
Sidney Miller
(817) 845-9932
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Yvette Patton
(214) 232-7587
[email protected]
Sylvia Hobbs
(469) 610-1548
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Peyton Bender
(214) 533-3722
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Meredith Miller
(214) 223-7865
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Maci Lanier
(936) 828-1323
[email protected]
Mahogony Britton
(214) 606-1155
[email protected]
Karen Sisler
(214) 207-0161
[email protected]
The Haven of Love is a 501c3 non-profit.
P.O. Box 380513, Duncanville, TX 75138 – (214) 232-1320 – www.havenoflove.net
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Dallas Woman’s Redemption Story Becomes Lifeline for Hundreds of Women
The Haven of Love Hosts Their Annual “There Is Hope” Fundraiser Luncheon This May to Help Women Overcome the Unthinkable
DALLAS, TX – March 26, 2025 – The year was 1999 and Karen Green was watching a woman being walked into the prison. The woman looked familiar. Karen knew that she had seen her somewhere before. She searched her memory for a few more seconds, and then her heart sank as it hit her: She’d seen this woman a few weeks ago right here, serving time in this very prison… and here she was returning. Karen felt deeply empathetic for the woman and thought “Lord, you’ve gotta send someone to tell these ladies that they can live a better life outside these prison walls.” It was at this moment, as Karen sat in her own prison cell, that she felt a higher power call upon her. She decided right then that she would surrender her life to Christ, thus setting a chain of events into motion. What could have been the end of Karen’s story became the beginning of her calling—one that would go on to elevate the trajectory of the lives of hundreds of vulnerable women and at-risk youth across Texas.
Karen saw firsthand just how critical the need for support programs was. They need support programs that actually respond to and address the plight of women and at-risk youth who have been caught in the cycle of prostitution, drug abuse, domestic violence and incarceration. Female inmates with access to support programs inside and/or outside of the correctional facility run a much lower risk of reoffending and returning to jail. For example, data from Dallas’s Prostitution Diversion Initiative (PDI) showed that over half of untreated women returned to prostitution, while program participants were 65% more likely to have no new arrests, according to another PDI report.
After being released from prison, women are faced with the uphill battle that is reintegrating back into society. With the risk of them reoffending at this point being so high, it’s clear that there is a need for a strong support system that teaches them that there is a healthier and more functional way to live. This can be especially difficult because most of these women and girls come from families where abuse of some sort was common. This cycle of trauma is called generational trauma, because it affects generation after generation unless someone puts a stop to it. When you consider that 81% of incarcerated women in Texas are mothers, and over 65% of those mothers were the primary caregivers before going to prison, it becomes clear how big the generational trauma cycle issue is.
The statistics: There is a strong correlation between negative/traumatic childhood experiences (like abuse, neglect, or growing up with an incarcerated parent) and entry into the sex trade. A study found that, with each additional childhood traumatic event, the odds of engaging in prostitution as an adult grow by about 19%. Here in Texas, a similar study found that 58% of incarcerated women in Texas reported being sexually abused or assaulted as children.
Shortly after her release, Karen started a small, grassroots charitable organization and began addressing these issues right away. And today, The Haven of Love is a well established 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that, under their founder and executive director’s leadership, has earned the right to teach and mentor women in prisons and treatment centers. They work with women (and recently started working with men) in Dallas County’s Lou Sterrett Jail and in the Gatesville and Henderson Women’s Correctional Facilities. They also offer classes as well as transitional housing at “The Haven House”. By offering these services, classes and opportunities, The Haven of Love has given hope to so many people in their community. Recently the organization branched out to include male volunteers ministering to men in the prison ministry program, but Karen says that The Haven of Love’s mission remains the same as it was on day one.
“Our vision is to provide support and stability to women in recovery and to assist women returning to society from the prison system through social service assistance, educational programming and economic empowerment. Our goal is to give these women the ability to move forward from a position of dependency to self-sufficiency. We want to empower them to restore stability in their lives as they return to society and to their families.” – Maci Lanier, Board Secretary for The Haven of Love
On Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., The Haven of Love will host its annual “There Is Hope” Fundraiser Luncheon at the Hotel Swexan in Dallas’ Harwood District. This high-impact event will bring together community leaders, philanthropists, business owners, and faith-based supporters to raise funds and awareness for a mission rooted in love, truth, and transformation.
“I was once one of the women Haven of Love now serves,” said Karen Green. “I know what it means to be lost, broken, and overlooked. I also know what it means to be restored. That’s why I do what I do—because there is hope.”
From her time facilitating weekly ministry in Dallas County jails, to working hand-in-hand with law enforcement through the Prostitute Diversion Initiative, Green’s work has earned her national attention and numerous accolades—including the “Women Who Make a Difference” award and the “Silent No More” award for advocacy against sexual violence. But Karen would be the first to say it’s not about the awards—it’s about the women. Through counseling, recovery support, transitional housing, and biblical mentorship, The Haven of Love offers women more than just temporary assistance—it offers them a new life.
As part of the lead-up to the luncheon, Haven of Love is also launching a state-wide call to action titled “Untold Stories.” The campaign invites women across Texas who have overcome adversity—whether addiction, incarceration, trafficking, or abuse—to share their stories of strength and survival. These testimonials will be featured at the luncheon and online to raise awareness and build solidarity.
This is not just another fundraiser. This is a movement—and everyone is invited to take part.
EVENT DETAILS:
🕊️ “There Is Hope” – Haven of Love Fundraiser Luncheon
📅 Thursday, May 29, 2025
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Hotel Swexan, Harwood District, 2575 McKinnon St, Dallas, TX 75201
Tickets and sponsorship packages are available at: https://havenoflove.net/there-is-hope-fundraiser-luncheon
ABOUT THE HAVEN OF LOVE
Founded in 1999, The Haven of Love is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in Dallas, TX that brings healing and restoration to the hurting and broken women of our society, especially female offenders, at-risk youth, and girls seeking help after addiction, abuse, trafficking, or incarceration. Through faith-based programs, transitional housing, jail ministry, and community collaboration, Haven of Love walks alongside women on their journey to freedom.