The Retreat’s All Against Abuse Gala Raises More Than $1 Million
By Hamptons.com Earlier this month, The Retreat held its annual All Against Abuse Gala, welcoming more than 200 attendees to a sold-out evening at the Southampton Arts Center. Together, attendees raised more than $1 million, the most in the gala’s history, to sustain The Retreat’s lifesaving services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and […]
The Retreat’s annual gala raises over $1 million
By Jared Scot / Litimes.org The Retreat’s annual All Against Abuse Gala drew more than 200 supporters, community leaders, and advocates to a sold-out evening on Saturday, June 6, at the Southampton Arts Center in support of the East Hampton-based nonprofit. Attendees raised more than $1 million, the most in the event’s history, to sustain […]
Gala Supports Abuse Survivors
By Ashley Medici / Dan’s Papers The Retreat hosted its All Against Abuse Gala at the Southampton Arts Center to support services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. The annual benefit honored the late Gail Rothwell for her dedication to the organization and its mission. Proceeds support The Retreat’s free shelter, […]
Hamptons Nonprofit The Retreat Named Charity Partner of 2026 NYC Marathon
By Spark Editor | Sparkhamptons.com East End organization will field runners in the world’s largest marathon to raise funds for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. The Retreat, a Long Island nonprofit supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking, has been named an official charity partner of the New York City […]
Sen. Chuck Schumer proposes Virginia’s Law to eliminate statute of limitations on sex abuse, trafficking
By Carolyn Gusoff February 18, 2026 / 5:27 PM EST / CBS New York Sen. Chuck Schumer wants the federal government to do away with the statute of limitations on sex abuse and trafficking victims’ right to sue. Wednesday, he stood with Long Island victims and advocates to call for the change. Virginia’s Law named for Epstein […]
Schumer proposes federal bill to eliminate statute‑of‑limitations barriers for abuse survivors
By Eyewitness News Wednesday, February 18, 2026 11:22PM HAUPPAUGE, New York (WABC) — Domestic violence cases have risen sharply on Long Island in recent years, and Sen. Chuck Schumer says the system needs to change. Standing with survivors and advocates in Hauppauge on Wednesday, Schumer announced Virginia’s Law, a bill that would eliminate federal statute of limitations […]
Sen. Chuck Schumer unveils bill that would eliminate statute of limitations on sex trafficking lawsuits
By Michael O’KeeffeNewsdayUpdated February 18, 2026 8:19 pm Flanked by Long Island sex trafficking victims and advocates, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer unveiled a bill on Wednesday that would eliminate statutes of limitations on sex trafficking claims, which he said would prevent sexual predators from escaping accountability by running out the clock on lawsuits. “Virginia’s Law” would […]
Love Shouldn’t Hurt: The Retreat Educates Adults on Digital Abuse During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Michelle Trauring | Press News Group Feb 17, 2026 On a recent Wednesday afternoon, 70 percent of attendees of a Zoom lecture hosted by The Retreat said they were concerned. About 15 percent were curious. Another 15 percent said they were trying to keep up. Eleven percent felt overwhelmed. Statistically speaking, they had every reason […]
‘Real Love Respects’: The Retreat Helps Pass Along a Message for Teen Relationships
By Michelle Trauring / East Hampton Press Feb 3, 2026 February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about teen dating abuse and promote healthy, respectful relationships among young people. And this year’s theme, “Real Love Respects,” highlights the power of mutual respect as the foundation of safe and healthy […]
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 […]