January Is Human Trafficking Prevention Month: Awareness Is Action
January marks Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, strengthen our communities, and take meaningful steps to prevent human trafficking. While trafficking can feel like a distant issue, it happens in communities across the United States—and prevention starts with knowledge, connection, and support. Human trafficking occurs when an individual or group uses force, […]
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,” […]
October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Building Safer, Healthier Relationships
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness about domestic and intimate partner violence. While these conversations can be difficult, they are essential. On average, 24 people per minute in the United States are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner. These alarming numbers underscore the […]
Introducing Retreat Reads: A Quarterly Book Club for Reflection, Learning, and Connection
We’re excited to introduce Retreat Reads, our new quarterly book club created for those who want to deepen their understanding of domestic violence and human trafficking through the power of storytelling. Stories have the ability to open hearts, build empathy, and help us better understand complex experiences. In each season, we will explore a thought-provoking […]
Golf for Good:The Retreat’s Annual Charity Outing Returns
The Retreat Joins Project Connect Plus: Supporting Families Impacted by Addiction and Abuse
The Retreat is proud to join Project Connect Plus (+)—a comprehensive, community-wide initiative now available across Long Island. This unique program offers free, wraparound services for individuals and families navigating addiction, abuse, and economic hardship. Whether you’re facing domestic violence, sexual assault, substance use, housing instability, or food insecurity, Project Connect+ is here to support […]
Career-Styling Workshop Empowers Stephanie House Clients at The Retreat Boutique
Clients at Stephanie House, The Retreat’s emergency residential shelter, receive more than just safety—they’re supported with free counseling, legal advocacy, financial empowerment, and education as they begin to rebuild their lives. One inspiring offering is the Career-Styling Workshop, designed to boost confidence and prepare participants for professional opportunities. The most recent session—held at The Retreat […]
Supporting Older Adults: The Retreat Launches New Abuse in Later Life Program
The Retreat is launching the Abuse in Later Life (ALL) program in Suffolk County—a first-of-its-kind initiative in this region focused on supporting individuals aged 50 and older who are experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, neglect, or exploitation. In partnership with Sepa MUJER, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office, Riverhead Police Department, EAC Network, and the […]