Stepping Up for Survivors: Colonial Youth & Family Services Supports Local Fundraiser for Domestic Violence Victims

At a time when public funding for domestic violence support services is being scaled back, the responsibility to protect and uplift survivors is falling more heavily on community organizations and compassionate neighbors. That’s why Colonial Youth & Family Services is proud to support the upcoming S.A.V.E. (Stand-Up and Voice Empowerment) Fundraiser, hosted by Angels of Long Island, taking place Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 89 North Music Venue in Patchogue.

The event comes in direct response to an $800,000 cut to domestic violence services in Suffolk County’s 2025 operating budget—a decision that has left many victim service providers struggling to meet growing demands. These local cuts coincide with a national decline in federal funding from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), which has historically supported emergency shelters, counseling, legal advocacy, and case management for victims.

Without action, critical services will be lost. But together, we can make a difference.

Why This Matters

Organizations like Brighter Tomorrows, LIADV, ECLI-VIBES, and others have sounded the alarm: staff are being let go, programs are being suspended, and shelters are reaching capacity. Meanwhile, calls to hotlines and requests for help have not gone down—if anything, they’re holding steady or rising.

Colonial Youth & Family Services understands the importance of wraparound support for families in crisis. We work every day to provide prevention, intervention, and counseling services for youth and families across Suffolk County. Supporting initiatives like S.A.V.E. aligns with our mission to help build safer, more resilient communities—especially during moments when government resources fall short.

About the Event

The S.A.V.E. fundraiser is more than a brunch—it’s a stand for survivors. Your $40 admission supports Angels of Long Island’s emergency services and includes a delicious buffet, televised horse racing, raffles, and the energy of a community united for a cause.

Event Details:

• What: S.A.V.E. – Stand-Up and Voice Empowerment Fundraiser

• When: Sunday, June 1, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Where: 89 North Music Venue, 89 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY

• Tickets: $40 (includes brunch, entertainment, and raffles)

• Contact: 631-803-6775 | angelsoflongisland@outlook.com

Join Us in Making an Impact

At Colonial Youth & Family Services, we know that real change begins in our own backyard. While state leaders continue working on long-term solutions, local efforts like this fundraiser help ensure that no survivor is left behind due to budget cuts or bureaucratic delays.

We invite our friends, partners, and supporters to attend the event or contribute in any way they can. Whether you join us for brunch, donate a raffle prize, or simply help spread the word, your involvement can make a lasting impact.

Together, we can stand up, speak out, and help ensure that families in crisis continue to have somewhere to turn.

For more information about how Colonial Youth & Family Services is working to support vulnerable families across Suffolk County, visit our website or follow us on social media.