House of Hope’s Gala Electrifies the Night to Support its Mission
STUART, Fla.- House of Hope’s 3rd annual Cirque de Soirée on February 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, and auctioneer Elliott Paul added to the energy in the room with a fast-paced auction of unique items to benefit House of Hope. The atmosphere and decor that wowed the attendees was designed by the creative minds at House of Hope, who were supported by ECP Event Rentals and Design and the fabulous team at Piper’s Landing
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped create this amazing evening,” said House of Hope CEO Rob Ranieri, “including our Presenting Sponsor, the Pedersen Family Foundation, who consistently provide unwavering support for our mission.”
The event raised more than $160,000 for Project HOPE, a program that provides essential resources like case management, financial assistance, job search support, and healthy food distribution to community members who need it the most.
“Our goal was to make sure that our guests enjoyed the event,” Ranieri said, “but our wider intention, as always, is to assure that House of Hope is there to help the people in our community who are experiencing hunger and hardship and give them the resources they need to build a better life for themselves and their families.”
Sponsors of Cirque du Soirée include the Pedersen Family Foundation, Apogee, Immanual Lutheran Church, St. Lucie Jewelry & Coin, Michele Bragg, Ashley Capital, Premier Realty Group, Davies & Company, HBKS Wealth Advisors, Deborah Lovequist, Re/Max of Stuart, Lucido & Associates, One Martin, Hans Vanderlip of Re/Max of Stuart, Firefly Group, Jensen Beach Garden Club, and Hooks Construction.
Ranieri expects the demand for services from House of Hope to continue to increase in early 2025, particularly as a result of the recent tornados that devastated portions of the community. “The participation of event sponsors, in-kind sponsors, attendees, staff and volunteers in this event will help keep our services available to all who need them.”
To learn more about House of Hope or make a donation, visit House of Hope’s website at www.hohmartin.org or call 772-286-4673.
About House of Hope
Founded in 1984, House of Hope is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that empowers Martin County residents to overcome hunger and hardship. House of Hope touches the lives of more than 26,000 people each month, helping with basic needs such as food, clothing, furniture, and financial assistance, as well as longer-term case management services that help build life skills for a more self-sufficient future.
The organization has service centers in Stuart, Hobe Sound, Indiantown, and Jensen Beach, with thrift stores in Stuart, Hobe Sound, and Indiantown. House of Hope’s Centers for Enrichment at Golden Gate in Stuart, in Jensen Beach, and at KinDoo Family Center in Indiantown offer free programs, technology, and workshops designed to enhance life skills, earning potential, health, and overall well-being.
House of Hope also operates the Growing Hope Farm in Palm City and several nutrition gardens that provide sustainable sources of fresh produce for clients as well as nutrition education and vocational opportunities to the community. For more information, visit hohmartin.org or call 772-286-4673. Updates and announcements can also be found on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
