The Retreat: The East End Lifeline for Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking Survivors
by Angela LaGreca | Spark Hamptons The local nonprofit provides shelter, advocacy, and hope across Long Island—at a time when the need has never been greater. In the quiet corners of eastern Long Island, a safe haven exists for families fleeing danger. The Retreat, an East End nonprofit, provides emergency shelter, counseling, and legal advocacy for […]
Shining A Light On Human Trafficking On Long Island: Experts
EAC Network’s Hauppauge conference on human trafficking discussed how to approach an Island-wide issue. By Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff | Jan 16, 2026 5:34 pm EST HAUPPAUGE, NY — Beneath crystal chandeliers inside The Experience on Commerce Drive in Hauppauge, educators and service providers sat at round tables as panels and presentations moved through a difficult […]
Pitch Your Peers The Hamptons: A Collaborative Local Philanthropy Initiative
By James Lane Post The Hamptons chapter of Pitch Your Peers, a pioneering philanthropy initiative, held its third annual Pitch Day on October 25 at Scoville Hall in Amagansett. Since its launch in April 2023, PYP The Hamptons has united philanthropic women from the community to collaboratively identify and champion local non-profits that qualify for […]
On East End, The Retreat urges year-end giving to help domestic abuse survivors
Adina Genn / Long Island Business News New charitable giving rules for 2026 may present challenges for non-profits, including those serving vulnerable populations. The Retreat, an East Hampton-based 24/7 domestic violence service provider, said it is facing a dual challenge. In addition to seeing unprecedented demand for its services, The Retreat is also coping with tax changes it […]
Elder abuse on Long Island: How it happens and what to do about it
By Liza N. Burby | NEWSDAY Updated November 5, 2025 11:32 am If your adult child was abusing you financially, emotionally or physically, what would you do? In New York State, for every one reported case of elder abuse, about 23 typically go unreported, according to the “Under the Radar: New York State Elder Abuse Prevalence Study,” […]
$2.05M state grant funds survivor support initiatives at The Retreat
By Jared Scot | LITimes.org While October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), this month also marks a significant milestone for East End nonprofit The Retreat—the start of a three year, $2.05 million per year grant from the New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS). The funding is part of the state’s expanded $379.5 […]
The Retreat Golf Outing Raises Over $100,000
By Dan’s Staff, Dan’s Paper It was “fore” a good cause. Around 85 golfers gathered Monday, September 22 at Noyac Golf Club to benefit The Retreat in East Hampton. Executive Director Cate Carbonaro says the day was important “because we’re supporting survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking and sexual assault.” At the end of 18 holes and […]
Cate Carbonaro: A Champion For Survivors At The Retreat
By Ty Wenzel, James Lane Post As Executive Director of The Retreat in East Hampton, Cate Carbonaro leads the only domestic violence shelter in Suffolk County. This shelter provides safety, advocacy, and hope for survivors of abuse. With a career in law, education, and nonprofit leadership, Carbonaro has focused her work on fighting for justice for survivors […]
Love-All Against Abuse Tennis Event Honored Nancy Cohn & Raised Funds To Support The Retreat’s Services
By JAMES LANE POST The Retreat, a leading nonprofit organization on Long Island dedicated to providing safety, shelter, and support for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence, abuse, sexual assault, and human trafficking, hosted a successful fundraiser at Sportime Amagansett on July 19. Guests enjoyed an engaging afternoon of 105-style tennis alongside skilled pros, […]
Combs Verdict on Trafficking is Examined
Photo by Chris Harris East Hampton Star | By Bettina Neel July 10, 2025 The federal criminal trial of Sean (Diddy) Combs concluded last week with a split verdict, the jury finding Mr. Combs guilty of two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution, but acquitting him of the top counts of racketeering conspiracy and sex […]