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Dear Friends of the Women & Family Life Center,


As February unfolds, we are reminded of the power of love β€” not just in the romantic sense, but in the deep compassion and support we show one another as a community. At the Women & Family Life Center, love is at the heart of what we do. It's a driving force that helps us stand beside those navigating life's most challenging transitions, ensuring they never have to walk alone.


This spirit of support and empowerment is what makes our empowHer gala so special. As our largest fundraiser of the year, this event is more than just an evening of celebration β€” it is a vital opportunity to strengthen the safety net for those in need. This year, our theme, "Navigating Through Challenging Life Transitions," speaks directly to the resilience and courage of the women and all families we serve.


We invite you to participate in this extraordinary evening. Your support, whether by attending, becoming a business or individual sponsor, or spreading the word, ensures that we can continue providing the resources and guidance that change lives at no cost.


Let's unite in the spirit of community and kindness, supporting those facing life's challenges with strength and compassion. I look forward to sharing this meaningful evening with you at the empowHer gala.

Nothing is impossible,

Jennifer Wenderoth-Holster, MPA

Executive Director

JWHolster@womenandfamilylife.org



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February 2025 Newsletter

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February is Black History Month! At Women & Family Life Center we will be using our platform this month to amplify black voices and share statewide resources. We support and empower women and ALL families.

Celebrating Black History Month in Connecticut
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PANERA FUNDRAISER TODAY! ORDER ONLINE AND ENTER "FUND4U"

On February 6th, Panera Bread in the Guilford Commons will be hosting a fundraiser for Women & Family Life Center! You can dine in person from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and show this flyer and 25% of your purchase will be donated to the Center. You can also order online with the code FUND4U all day on February 6th to participate!

Check out Panera's Menu
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WTNH Interview Video
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Jenny's Interview on Great Day
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Early bird ticker sales EXTENDED!

More time to SAVE on gala tickets!

Early Bird Ticket Pricing:

$100 Per Person

$700 Per Table of 8


Ticket Prices After February 13

ο»Ώ$135 Per Person $945 Per Table of 8

Buy Early Bird Tickets

Our Sponsors

Changing Lives Sponsor

Inspiration Sponsor

Building Confidence Sponsors

Growth Sponsors

SPONSOR THE 2025 EMPOWHER GALA

Sponsor empowHer gala today

To process your payment for sponsorship please fill out the online form attached OR call us at the center at (203) 458-6699 OR send a check to Women & Family Life Center at 96 Fair Street, Guilford, CT 06437. For questions regarding sponsorship please contact Julie at jlister@womenandfamilylife.org.

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Looking for a meaningful way to give back and spotlight your business?

By donating an item or service to our silent auction, you'll:


πŸ’œ Help empower women and families in our community.

πŸ’œ Gain visibility with a passionate audience of local supporters.

πŸ’œ Showcase your brand's commitment to making a difference.

Popular items include:


🎁 Gift cards or experiences

🎨 Artwork, goods or services

πŸ–οΈ Vacation or spa packages

Interested in donating? Contact Emily Rorke, Marketing & Events Manager at erorke@womenandfamilylife.org or call 203.458.6699

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Love is more than just the way you feel. This February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Learn more about setting boundaries, love bombing and dating abuse as well as other issues teens face today with the link below!

2025 TDVAM Resources

Thank you to our community partners!

We could not do what we do without the support of both The Guilford Foundation and Branford Community Foundation, which allows us to continue to support and empower women and all families experiencing challenging life transitions.

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For the month of February, Essex Savings Bank customers can choose Women & Family Life Center and vote for our organization to receive community funding! Vote anytime between February 1 - February 28.

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The Shoreline Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Task force (SDVSATF) is a collaborative effort among providers on the shoreline to promote advocacy & awareness while coordinating resources and aid in the prevention of domestic violence and sexual assault.  The Task Force hosts an annual Legislative Roundtable with state and local legislators representing Shoreline Towns to discuss key legislative issues pertinent to the work of domestic violence and sexual assault crisis services. The SDVSATF will be having their next meeting Thursday, March 20 @ 9:00 AM at the W&FLC Carriage house at 96 Fair Street, Guilford.

SPRING 2025 PROGRAMS

Divorce & Money Workshop

Facilitator: Steven H. Degraff, CExp

Dates: Tuesday, February 16

Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Location: Virtual via ZOOM

  

Going through a divorce can be financially difficult. Participants of this virtual divorce workshop will find out more about the following topics:

  • Understanding Net Worth & Asset Mix
  • True Income & Cash Flow
  • Budgetary Needs & Spousal Support
  • Tax Treatment of Asset Distributions
  • How to advocate for yourself

Learn more on how to prepare yourself with Steven H. DeGraff, CExPβ„’ Certified Exit Planner and Financial Planner. 


Registration required. Register by emailing info@womenandfamilylife.org or calling (203) 458-6699.

See more upcoming programs
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203.458.6699

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