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Cherish the Children Luncheon

Youth Haven’s annual Cherish the Children luncheon supports the abused, neglected, and homeless children and teens who have been removed from their homes due to traumatic situations and depend on Youth Haven for Home, Hope and Healing.

Cherish the Children features a keynote speaker and offers an engaging, enjoyable, and memorable program for donors, friends, and community partners alike.

2024 Co-Chairs: Trina Mostyn and Jennifer Porter
2024 Honorary Chairs: Dr. Richard and Christine Lublin

Committee Members

  • Sue Brousseau
  • Ann Agens
  • Kathy Brown
  • Holly Chabbott
  • Carolyn Chesney
  • Lynda Engel
  • Judy Gesell
  • Annie Griffo
  • Helen Hassett
  • Sally Kane
  • Donna Kozin
  • Laina Kennedy
  • Sarah Lamont
  • Sharon Lawrence
  • Cindy Neville
  • Danielle Otto
  • Lori Rosenberg
  • Brenda Ruth/Blickenstaff
  • Sue Simon
  • Robin Trovato

Thanks to Our 2024 Cherish the Children Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Diamond Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Over 400 men and women joined us at the 2023 Cherish the Children luncheon raising over $500,000 to support the programs and services that create healthier outcomes for the children and teens who call Youth Haven home.

Providing Home, Hope and Healing to abused and neglected children and teens in Southwest Florida

Founded in 1972, Youth Haven was established to fulfill an immediate need for emergency shelter for children who had been removed suddenly from a traumatic home situation.