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avorHouse of Northwest Florida hosted their 15th annual White Rose Luncheon on May 9, at the Sanders
Beach Corinne-Jones Community Center. The FavorHouse White Rose Luncheon is a venue to recognize
an extraordinary survivor of domestic violence for their display of exceptional courage with the “White
Rose Award,” and a community member who has distinguished themselves in service to FavorHouse,
and their mission of helping domestic violence victims become survivors. The luncheon is FavorHouse’s largest
fundraiser and community event. Sponsorship opportunities were available at the White Rose, Iris, Gardenia,
and Carnation levels, and guests were provided an opportunity to contribute to the cause in any amount of their
choosing. Several officers from the Pensacola Police Department and the Escambia County Sherriff’s Office were
in attendance, and recognized for their participation and role in the area’s fantastic response to domestic violence.
FavorHouse also welcomed guest speaker Don Parker to discuss his experiences in law enforcement, and emphasize
the impact that having educated and compassionate officers who respond to calls has on the victims of domestic
violence.
FavorHouse is the certified domestic violence center for Escambia and Santa Rosa counties of District I. Their
services include outreach counseling, a 24-hour crisis line, community education and professional training,
transitional housing, and a scholarship program.
photos & story by
Kristina Wright
VIP Pensacola at Sanders Beach Corrinne Jones Community Center
WHITE ROSE LUNCHEON
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Marlyinda Parvlski & Devoy McKenzie
Bill Cross, Shannon Stoltz, Francisca Solorzano & Freddie Rainwater
Carolyn Guy, Amber Johnson, Chelsea Mann-Younger & Kathy Hough
Sherriff David Morgan & Chief Deputy Chip Simmons
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