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Car Rallye

The Retreat's 3rd Annual "Hamptons Pursuit Car Rallye" is less than one month away!  It is time to dust off that cool car of yours and get it ready for the rallye on August 22nd!     Listen to the Car Rallye Radio Ad This year the event will start at the Retreat Boutique in the...  Read more »

Posted on July 30, 2010 under Executive Director, Latest News

A Hamptons Summer Tradition

   JUNE 26th, 2010 will mark the 15th Anniversary of the Retreat's most celebrated event, Artists Against Abuse. For over two decades the Retreat has been a safe haven for victims of domestic violence and their families.  The Retreat continues to be the only agency serving Eastern Long Island with domestic...  Read more »

Posted on June 7, 2010 under Blogs, Executive Director

Grand Opening

Grand Opening of the new location of  The Retreat Boutique Thrift Store    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 29, 2010 - East Hampton, NY -  The Retreat, the only non-profit domestic violence agency serving the East End of Long Island, is eager  to announce the new location of the Retreat Boutique, now...  Read more »

Posted on April 29, 2010 under Blogs, Executive Director, Latest News

Artists Against Abuse

The 15th year of this annual event will feature a silent auction of specially commissioned hand-painted 9" x 12" canvases and a live auction of select original works of art. The evening includes cocktails, food and entertainment. To date, this signature event has raised over $1 million for the Retreat...  Read more »

Posted on April 16, 2010 under Blogs, Board President

Letter regarding Federal Budget

nnedv ltr re fed budget 032410  (click to view the letter) Greetings! While Albany is busy working on finalizing the State budget, our assistance is needed at the Federal level. The National Network to End Domestic Violence is asking for help! It is an exciting and busy time in Washington, DC! While healthcare is...  Read more »

Posted on March 25, 2010 under Blogs, Executive Director

Schneiderman To Issue Proclamation To ‘Woman Of Distinction’

Montauk - Suffolk County Legislator Jay Schneiderman (I-Montauk) will honor Shirley Katz of Montauk with a proclamation for being selected by the Suffolk County Women's Advisory Commission as the countywide "Woman of Distinction" for 2010 at the next Suffolk County Legislature's General meeting on March 2, 2010 at 9:30 a.m....  Read more »

Posted on February 26, 2010 under Board President, Latest News

Written Testimony to NY State Legislature

Proposed Executive Budget for FY 10/11 Will Decimate Domestic Violence Services on Long Island My name is Jeffrey Friedman, Executive Director of the Retreat.   For over two decades, the Retreat has been the only community-based, not-for-profit agency that provides direct domestic violence services and support for victims of domestic crimes on...  Read more »

Posted on February 22, 2010 under Blogs, Executive Director

Domestic Violence Registry Bill was passed by the legislature – please take action and call today!

Despite our efforts, the Domestic Violence Registry Bill was passed by the legislature.  After persuading the County Executive that this piece of legislation would place victims of Domestic Violence in further danger, he vetoed the bill.   As you know the bill would make abusers names open to the public,...  Read more »

Posted on February 1, 2010 under Blogs, Executive Director, Latest News

President of the Retreat announces first ever East End Social Services Summit

The Retreat finished 2009 in the black, primarily due to the extraordinary generosity of the current board, and other community donors, but still faces a deficit in 2010!   We realize that not every non-profit has this as an option, and has not been as fortunate as us in achieving this goal. However,...  Read more »

Posted on December 29, 2009 under Board President, Latest News

There is Nothing Funny about Domestic Violence

On the December 5th episode of "Saturday Night Live", a parody featuring Tiger Wood's domestic violence issues aired. The sketch made light of Tiger Woods' scandalous week, satirizing reports that his wife, Elin Nordegren, attacked him prior to his early-morning car accident on November 27.  The musical guest for that show...  Read more »

Posted on December 24, 2009 under Blogs, Executive Director


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