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Thursday, October 1, 2026 6-9PM
Maceli's Banquet Hall Lawrence, Kansas
Rooted in Hope: The Willow’s 50th Reunion is a heartfelt celebration of 50 years of courage, resilience, and community. Inspired by the enduring strength of the willow tree, this special evening brings together friends, supporters, community partners, and survivors to honor the deep roots that have sustained our mission and the new growth still to come.
Guests will enjoy drinks and a homestyle dinner from Maceli’s. We will feature a photo booth and community-focused souvenirs to commemorate the evening. The Willow will raise funds with a live auction, a cork pull, and other ways to show support for our mission.
Thursday, October 1, 2026 6-9PM
Maceli's Banquet Hall Lawrence, Kansas
Rooted in Hope: The Willow’s 50th Reunion is a heartfelt celebration of 50 years of courage, resilience, and community. Inspired by the enduring strength of the willow tree, this special evening brings together friends, supporters, community partners, and survivors to honor the deep roots that have sustained our mission and the new growth still to come.
Guests will enjoy drinks and a homestyle dinner from Maceli’s. We will feature a photo booth and community-focused souvenirs to commemorate the evening. The Willow will raise funds with a live auction, a cork pull, and other ways to show support for our mission.
Sponsorship Opportunities
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Together, we’ll reflect on our shared history and recommit to building a future where every survivor finds safety, dignity, and hope.
Your partnership demonstrates corporate leadership, community investment, and a commitment to safety and dignity for survivors. Together, we are building a forest of protection, resilience, and hope.
Your sponsorship directly supports:
Emergency safe shelter
24/7 crisis hotline
Legal and court advocacy
Community Advocacy
Prevention education
Survivor empowerment programs
Sponsorship Opportunities
Together, we’ll reflect on our shared history and recommit to building a future where every survivor finds safety, dignity, and hope.
Your partnership demonstrates corporate leadership, community investment, and a commitment to safety and dignity for survivors. Together, we are building a forest of protection, resilience, and hope.
Your sponsorship directly supports:
Emergency safe shelter
24/7 crisis hotline
Legal and court advocacy
Community Advocacy
Prevention education
Survivor empowerment programs
Sponsorship Brochure
EVENTS
50th Reunion
Our Sponsors
These generous sponsors make the Garden Party Possible
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OUR SPONSORS
These generous sponsors made the Willow Garden Party 2025 possible.
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October 1, 2026
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Veranda Venue
1431 North 1900 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66044
The Willow Garden Party brings together community leaders, advocates, and supporters to celebrate resilience and hope in a beautiful garden setting. Held on the same weekend as the Kentucky Derby, the Garden Party is a celebration of community, safety, and fabulous fashion, featuring show-stopping hats and mint juleps.
Don your finest Derby attire—seersucker suits, extravagant hats, and colorful dresses—as we enjoy brunch, signature cocktails, and live entertainment while we raise funds to support survivors of domestic violence. In true Derby fashion, we’ll host a Best Hat contest for guests in attendance.
Raffles, auctions, and more—all for a great cause!
All proceeds directly help The Willow Domestic Violence Center provide crisis resources, shelter, and support for those in need.
Thank You!
On behalf of The Willow Domestic Violence Center, I extend our deepest gratitude for your presence and support at The Willow's Garden Party 2025.
The Willow is dedicated to providing comprehensive services to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, but we cannot do this work without you. You are our foundation, our roots. Your generous contributions provide shelter, education programs, advocacy, and so much more to those we serve. With your help, we raised over $30,000 at this year's Garden Party. So, thank you once again for your unwavering support!
Together, we are making a difference in the lives of survivors and working towards a happier, healthier, and safer community.
Warm regards,
Roxie Lytle
Director of Development