Denim & Desserts: An Evening of Sweet Support for Survivors

Join us for Denim & Desserts on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant in Holland, MI. Now in its third year, this signature event brings our community together to support survivors and raise essential funds for safety, hope, and healing.

Wear your favorite denim and enjoy a memorable evening featuring a wandering dinner, decadent desserts, delicious drinks, exciting games, raffle packages, a live auction, and a powerful program, including our featured speaker, Karah Ruczynski, and emcee, Jim Babcock.

Your ticket includes: Wandering dinner and desserts, four drink tickets, and entry to an inspiring and impactful evening.

Want to make an even greater impact?

Click here to explore sponsorship opportunities.
Click here to learn more about our emcee and featured speaker.

For questions or to donate to our auction, please email DanielleE@ResilienceMI.org. We look forward to sharing this meaningful evening with you!

Since 1977, Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence has been a pillar of strength in our community, providing free and confidential support 24/7 for those impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. We are unwavering in our commitment to safety, healing, and preventionensuring that survivors have the resources, advocacy, and support they deserve.

We provide life-changing services such as emergency shelter, forensic medical exams, legal advocacy, and safety planning, walking alongside survivors as they regain stability and rebuild their lives. Through therapy, support groups, workshops, and advocacy for safe housing, we create pathways to healing and empowerment. Beyond crisis intervention, we work to prevent future violence by engaging men as allies in prevention and educating young people on healthy relationships, consent, and respect.

We have been here for nearly five decadesand we will continue to be here for anyone who needs us. But we cannot do this work alone. It is through the dedication of our community that we can provide these critical services. Your support fuels our mission, helping survivors reclaim their strength and build safer, more resilient futures.

If you or someone you know needs help, we are here for you. Call our free, 24/7 helpline at 1-800-848-5991. Spanish-language support and translation services are available.

Denim & Desserts 2025

By Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence

Denim & Desserts 2025

Join us for Denim & Desserts on April 16!