Light in The Shadows

The Light in the Shadows Luncheon is one of South Florida’s leading events raising awareness and critical funding to combat human trafficking, child exploitation, and abuse impacting vulnerable children and teens across Palm Beach County and throughout Florida. Hosted by Place of Hope, this powerful annual luncheon brings together community leaders, advocates, philanthropists, and supporters dedicated to protecting children and restoring hope to survivors.

Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing crimes in Florida, and many victims are hidden in plain sight within our own communities. Through the Light in the Shadows Luncheon, Place of Hope is able to directly fund high-quality, trauma-informed therapy, safe housing, education, mentoring, and specialized support services for survivors of trafficking and at-risk youth. These life-changing programs help children heal from trauma, rebuild confidence, and create a path toward long-term stability and success.

As one of Florida’s largest faith-based child welfare organizations, Place of Hope has a growing statewide impact through prevention, intervention, foster care, family support services, and anti-human trafficking initiatives. By partnering with law enforcement, schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations, Place of Hope works to identify vulnerable youth, prevent exploitation before it happens, and provide immediate and long-term care for survivors.

The Light in the Shadows Luncheon is more than a fundraising event — it is a movement to end human trafficking and protect children throughout Palm Beach County and across Florida. Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, and donation made helps provide hope, healing, and a brighter future for children in crisis.

Learn more about Place of Hope’s mission to fight human trafficking, support survivors, and strengthen children and families across Florida by visiting our website and joining the fight to bring light into the shadows.