Hope Starts Here
50 Years of Building Pathways to Victory
Fundraiser & Celebration Event
Victory Programs is turning 50! This golden jubilee is more than a celebration of our history. It’s a heartfelt tribute to the individuals, families, and communities who have walked alongside us and made our work possible.
Join us for an inspiring evening as we reflect on our journey, honor the milestones that brought us here, and look ahead to an even brighter future.
Together, we’ll raise vital funds to keep hope alive and ensure Victory Programs can continue building pathways to recovery, stability, and renewal for the next 50 years and beyond.
Honorary Co-Chairs
Thank you to our dedicated honorary co-chairs for championing Victory Programs’ 50th anniversary and helping us build a future full of hope, healing, and possibility.
Attorney General Andrea Campbell
Senator Nick Collins
Senator Sal N. DiDomenico
Senator Lydia Edwards
Representative Brandy Fluker-Reid
Representative Russell Holmes
Representative Bill MacGregor
Representative Adrian Madaro
Representative Aaron Michlewitz
Representative John F. Moran
Representative Daniel J. Ryan
Boston City Councilor Liz Breadon
Boston City Councilor Gabriela Coletta Zapata
Boston City Councilor John FitzGerald
Boston City Council President Ruthzee Louijeune
Boston City Councilor Julia Mejia
Boston City Councilor Enrique Pepen
Boston City Councilor Henry Santana
Boston City Councilor Benjamin J. Weber
Boston City Councilor Brian J. Worrell
Thank you to our Sponsors!
VICTORY PARTNER
VICTORY ADVOCATE
VICTORY CHAMPION
Anonymous
Helius Fund
Jason & Keely Krantz
Dan Rodas & Stewart Bond
VICTORY SUPPORTER
Michael Gannon & Brandon Ortiz
Museum Properties
Marty Martinez
Craig Robbins
Anonymous
VICTORY FRIEND
Matthew & Rebecca Borden
LM Realty, LLC
Justin Reich & Elsa Olivetti
Dan Kelly
Helios Foundation
Julie Crockford & Sheridan Haines
Dr. Jonathan Li & Dr. Elaine W. Yu
Donald E. Vaughan & Lee S. Ridgway
Lynn Weissberg
Linda Plitkins
STEWARDS OF HOPE
Sue Beck
Gail Boyajian
Katharine Butler & Thomas Wideman
Harry Collings & Dan Moon
Jeffrey A. Conrad & Jeff Sulloway
Judith & John Felton
Stephanie Fidel
Boston Red Sox Foundation
David Freed & Randy Pierce
Ann Walsh, Ideal Residences of New England
Carolyn Orfanella & Brad Solomon
Maryellen & Mara Solomon-Auger
Samuel & Rae Ann Mandell
Stewards of Hope are beacons in our community who have made a commitment to Hope Starts Here: 50 Years of Building Pathways to Victory. This vital giving circle catalyzes the transformative power of hope and allows us to best meet the complex needs of increasing numbers of individuals and families in crisis who turn to Victory Programs for healing, stability, and connection.
To learn more about becoming a Steward of Hope or discussing other ways you can support our 50th anniversary, please contact Annual Fund Manager Grace Stephan at gstephan@vpi.org or 617.249.3730.
Interested in sponsoring?
Help make Victory Programs’ 50th-anniversary celebration truly extraordinary. By becoming a sponsor, you’ll play a key role in recognizing our legacy while showcasing your commitment to building stronger, healthier communities. Explore our sponsorship levels, each designed to offer unique benefits and visibility for your organization or company.
To learn more about sponsoring our 50th anniversary celebration, view our sponsorship packet or contact our Chief Development Officer Shauna Helton, at (617) 318-3434 x146 or via email at shelton@vpi.org.
Once confirmed as a sponsor, please share a .PNG or .JPEG file of your company’s logo to Victory Programs’ Marketing and Communications Manager Stephanie Ploof, at sploof@vpi.org.
Tailored Packages and More Information
A member of the VPI development team is happy to discuss customizing benefits and packages that fit your company’s philanthropic interests. For more information about sponsorship and giving opportunities, contact development@vpi.org.
Join our $50 for 50 Campaign!
For 50 years, Victory Programs has been a place of care, resilience, and transformation—thanks to you. Help us continue this legacy by joining $50 for 50, our initiative to expand the Partners in Victory monthly donor program. Your recurring gift of $50 provides stability, strength, and life-changing support for those in need.
Become a monthly donor and receive a special Victory Programs tote bag as a token of our gratitude!
Thank You to Our 50th Planning Committee!
Janine Busby
Kathy Butler
Kathy Crehan
Christine Cook
Julie Crockford
Jarrett Hanley
Shauna Helton
Emily Julien
Yolander Lewis
Debra Morris
Anu Parikh
Stephanie Ploof
Craig Robbins
Grace Stephan
Laura Street
Lauren Van Buren
Lynn Weissberg
Join The Planning Committee!
Are you interested in participating in the 50th Anniversary Celebration event in the Fall of 2025? Join the volunteer planning committee to help create a fun and exciting evening to commemorate this special anniversary.
Contact the development team to express your interest and questions at development@vpi.org. We’d love to have you!
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