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The Apostles' House | Newark NJ

Our Voice Gala 2025

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Amplifying Hope One Story at a Time!

Event Date & Time:

  • Wednesday, September 24, 2025
  • 6:00 PM
  • Kean University – Liberty Hall Academic Center, Union, NJ


Thanks to your incredible support, all tickets have been reserved. We look forward to celebrating with you!
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About the 2025 Gala – “Our Voice"

This year’s theme, Our Voice, is a call to center and uplift the lived experiences, stories, and triumphs of the women and families The Apostles’ House serves every day. In a time when our services are needed more than ever, this gala is a powerful reminder that every voice matters—from our clients, to our dedicated staff, volunteers, and community partners. Join us for an evening of impact, inspiration, and celebration—with powerful storytelling, live entertainment, and opportunities to contribute to meaningful change.

Host: Darnelle the Brand

Charismatic host and community connector, Darnelle the Brand, will lead us through an unforgettable evening of celebration, reflection, and purpose.

Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience with the sounds of the LMNOP Band, blending soulful grooves with uplifting energy.

Dinner & Dancing​

Special Guest Speakers​

2025 Honorees

Honoring Champions of Hope
Amplify Her Story

Every woman’s story is worth being heard and celebrated.

Empowered Together

When women unite, they create lasting impact.

Hope in Every Story

Each story is a beacon of hope and transformation.

Bold, Brave, Beautiful

Empowerment is found in confidence, courage, and self-love.

Project N.E.S.T./ Teens for Tomorrow
For their unwavering commitment to providing resources, education, and empowerment to underserved mothers and families in our community.

Chirali Patel, Blaze Law Firm
For her advocacy, leadership, and dedication to social justice through law, and for standing boldly for those whose voices too often go unheard.

The Roman Family
We are proud to recognize the Roman Family, the very first employees of The Apostles’ House, whose dedication and compassion helped lay the foundation for the work we continue today. Their legacy of service lives on in every life we touch.

Jacqueline Hayes, Dedicated (Employee)
For her years of devoted service to The Apostles’ House. Ms. Hayes exemplifies dedication, resilience, and heart in action.

Bishop Ronald Jones
For his outstanding supportand generosity in introducing our mission to others and cultivating support from Newark’s Interfaith community

Project N.E.S.T./ Teens for Tomorrow

For their unwavering commitment to providing resources, education, and empowerment to underserved mothers and families in our community.

Chirali Patel, Blaze Law Firm

For her advocacy, leadership, and dedication to social justice through law, and for standing boldly for those whose voices too often go unheard.

Esther Roman (Roman Family)

We are proud to recognize the Roman Family, the very first employees of The Apostles’ House, whose dedication and compassion helped lay the foundation for the work we continue today. Their legacy of service lives on in every life we touch.

Jacqueline Hayes, Dedicated Employee

For her years of devoted service to The Apostles’ House. Ms. Hayes exemplifies dedication, resilience, and heart in action.

Bishop Ronald Jones

For his outstanding supportand generosity in introducing our mission to others and cultivating support from Newark’s Interfaith community.

Thank You to Our Event Sponsors!

We are deeply grateful to our generous sponsors whose partnership makes the Our Voice Gala possible. Their support fuels The Apostles’ House in providing shelter, meals, and life-changing services for women, children, and families on the path to stability.

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Can’t Attend? You Can Still Make an Impact.​​

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All donations bring us one step closer to reaching our $41,000 goal. Funds that will directly support shelter, meals, and critical services for families experiencing homelessness.

Message from the Executive Director

Dear Friends,

It is with immense gratitude and excitement that I welcome you to The Apostles’ House 2025 Annual Gala — Our Voice!

This year’s theme is more than a celebration. It’s a declaration that the women and families we serve are not invisible. Their stories matter — and they deserve to be seen, heard, and supported.

We are in a time of great need. Every day, women come to us facing housing instability, domestic violence, food insecurity, and systemic barriers. And yet — they rise. They speak. They persist.

This Gala was designed to amplify their voices. You’ll hear directly from our guests, staff, volunteers, and donors whose collective stories reflect resilience, compassion, and community.

We are also proud to honor those who go above and beyond to advance our mission. Their commitment is proof that real change happens when we come together.

Thank you for standing with us. Your support helps provide emergency shelter, safety, and hope to families who need it most.

We look forward to sharing this impactful evening with you on September 24th!

Nadege Duvernay
Executive Director

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Testimonials

What Our Families
Say About Us

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I would like to say that The Apostles' House has helped me in ways I didn’t expect. I greatly appreciate all the hard work, time and energy that the staff, volunteers, and others put into helping us in our time of need. They are very resourceful and persistent to help you achieve your goals. Even though it’s a shelter they made it feel like a home setting. In closing, I would like to say thank you to all the staff, volunteers, donors, and others for the much-needed assistance, time, and support.

-Tara T,
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My journey to a better life began at the Apostles’ House. It was June 14, 2006 when I was released from state prison to the Intensive Supervision Program (ISP). I remember ISP telling me I was going to The Apostles' House, a shelter for women and children in Newark, New Jersey where I was to reside until further notice. I had never been to Newark before and did not know what to expect. Once I arrived at The Apostles’ House I became acquainted with all the wonderful staff. They were a big inspiration to me then and still are today.
-Gina M,
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In 2018, I was a resident of The Apostles’ House Women and Children Emergency Shelter for seven months. During my stay in the shelter, I found a support system within Miss Victoria and Miss Iris. They provided the guidance, support, and resources I needed to regain control of my life, even during the times I rebelled against it. Through it all, they showed great love and concern, and to their credit, I was able to enroll my son in childcare so that I could focus on finding and securing employment. Today I am employed and living on my own with my son. I still experience many challenges, however, I continue to take the steps necessary to maintain a life for me and my son

-Letterah G,
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