Be a Believer: A Survivor’s Gala
Project HELP Inc. Presents Be A Believer: A Survivor’s Gala
Taking place at the beautiful Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Florida, and promises an unforgettable night filled with delicious food, great music, and both live and silent auctions. We are excited to feature local artist Marcus Zotter, who will create a stunning tree adorned with empowering words contributed by our attendees. This year we are also introducing a new and powerful addition to our gala, a fireside chat with Judge Rosemarie Aquilina. Judge Aquilina, renowned for sentencing disgraced USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar to 175 years in prison, became a voice for over 150 women who courageously confronted their abuser face-to-face.
Since 1986, Project HELP has been a cornerstone of support in Collier County, dedicated to assisting survivors of rape, violence, crime, and sudden loss due to crime. Our comprehensive services include advocacy, counseling, support groups, and judicial accompaniment, all provided confidentially and at no cost. Through our outreach program, we not only bring awareness to our essential services but also engage the community in education and prevention efforts. By addressing both immediate needs and long-term recovery, Project HELP remains committed to fostering healing and resilience in our community.
Our Emcee of the Evening: Krista Fogelsong
Krista Fogelsong is the Vice President of Communications and Community Relations for McQuaid & Company. The Montana native has called Southwest Florida home for two decades. After 25 years as a television news anchor, Krista recently left the news business to join McQuaid & Company. Now she uses her journalism skills to highlight agents and the company on social media and YouTube. She is also the host of “Open House Naples”, a first of its kind real estate lifestyle show developed by McQuaid and Company. Krista loves being able to showcase Naples luxury real estate and our Southwest Florida paradise. She and her husband, Lance, enjoy spending time at our beautiful beaches with their two rescue dogs Cabo and Tuco. We are excited to have her join us for this night of hope and healing, and to have her lead our fireside chat with Judge Rosemarie Aquilina.
Our Auctioneer of the Evening: Shannon Livingston
Shannon Livingston is originally from Kansas City, Missouri, has lived in several states across the country, and has been in Naples with her son Joe since 2007. Shannon has a strong presence in the community and is known for her media and service to nonprofits. She is a licensed benefit auctioneer that helps organizations across the country raise funds to deliver their missions.
Be A Believer: A Survivor’s Gala
Date: March 15th, 2025
Time: 6:00pm-10:00pm
Location: 2620 Tiburon Dr
Attire: Formal
Tickets are $275.00 per person, and can be purchased through our auction software: https://events.readysetauction.com/projecthelpinc/believer2025