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Page 14, Stuart Exposure
Good Works

House Of Hope’s Gala

Electrifies The Night To
Support Its Mission

House of Hope’s Third Annual Cirque de Soirée on
Feb. 1 was nothing short of electrifying.
Piper’s Landing Yacht & Country Club was transformed
into a neon paradise, with high energy, vibrant colors and
dazzling entertainment. Winged dancers from Jewelz
Entertainment circulated among the guests, while a living
“red” carpet and floating Champagne Diva created a buzz
of excited awe.
The talented Soul Survivors Band from Chase Music
2.0 provided favorite songs and exciting dance rhythms, House of Hope values its long-standing partnership with
and auctioneer Elliott Paul added to the energy in the the Pedersen Family Foundation and the family members
room with a fast-paced auction of unique items to benefit who attended this year’s gala (left to right) – Jeffrey
House of Hope. The atmosphere and decor that wowed the Pedersen, Stephen Pedersen, Kari Pedersen, Cory Pfister
attendees was designed by the creative minds at House and Timothy Pfister.
of Hope, who were supported by ECP Event Rentals and
Design and the fabulous team at Piper’s Landing HOPE, a program that provides essential resources like
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who case management, financial assistance, job search support,
helped create this amazing evening,” said House of Hope and healthy food distribution to community members who
CEO Rob Ranieri, “including our Presenting Sponsor, the need it the most.
Pedersen Family Foundation, who consistently provide “Our goal was to make sure that our guests enjoyed the
unwavering support for our mission.” event,” Ranieri said, “but our wider intention, as always, is Steve Diez and Carol Houwaart-Diez, CEO of United Way
The event raised more than $160,000 for Project to assure that House of Hope is there to help the people in Martin County, joined House of Hope for an exciting night
our community who are experiencing hunger and hardship full of surprise entertainers, music and a celebration of
and give them the resources they need to build a better community.
life for themselves and their families.”
Sponsors of Cirque du Soirée include the Pedersen community. “The participation of event sponsors, in-kind
Family Foundation, Apogee, Immanual Lutheran Church, sponsors, attendees, staff and volunteers in this event will
St. Lucie Jewelry & Coin, Michele Bragg, Ashley Capital, help keep our services available to all who need them.”
Premier Realty Group, Davies & Company, HBKS Wealth To learn more about House of Hope or make a donation,
Advisors, Deborah Lovequist, Re/Max of Stuart, Lucido visit House of Hope’s website at www.hohmartin.org or
& Associates, One Martin, Hans Vanderlip of Re/Max call (772) 286-4673.
of Stuart, Firefly Group, Jensen Beach Garden Club and For more information, visit hohmartin.org or call (772)
Hooks Construction. 286-4673. Updates and announcements can also be found
Ranieri expects the demand for services from House of on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
Hope to continue to increase in early 2025, particularly as a
result of the recent tornados that devastated portions of the Good Works on page 15

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