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International Women’s Day Event at Five Crowns Addresses Human Trafficking
03.07.22
In honor of International Women’s Day, EverFree, a non-profit organization that accelerates freedom for human trafficking survivors worldwide, is uniting women on March 8 from 7-9 p.m. at Five Crowns in Corona del Mar for a cocktail mixer and discussion on human trafficking and how women around the world can be empowered to stop it. A $50 donation is suggested – space is limited, and seats can be reserved at everfreemarch8th/ticketing.
Survivor leader and guest speaker, Kathy McGibbon, recently profiled in People magazine, will give a first-hand account of her harrowing experience. At age 22, her boyfriend convinced her to accompany him on a business trip to Dallas. Once she arrived at the hotel, she found herself trapped and unable to escape – for the next nine months, she was sex trafficked.
The Houston-based advocate told People, “I overcame it, and I'm on this side now, and if I can overcome it, I know that everyone else that's going through it can too."
Jacklyn Mitosinka, an EverFree volunteer and one of the organizers of the event, said, “This isn’t just happening in big cities like Dallas or Los Angeles. This is happening here in our own backyard. Orange County girls and women are not immune to falling victim to human traffickers.”
Guests will also hear stories and meet women who are using their influence, networks,, and careers to empower other women. Sponsors for this event include COO Tiffany Smith of Five Crowns, Tito’s Vodka, Jill Dahlson of Wholesale Florals, The Floral Parlor in Paso Robles and Justin Vineyards.
The event, hosted by Everfree, will take place on International Women’s Day on March 8 from 7-9 p.m. at Five Crowns in Corona del Mar. For tickets and information, please call 714.553.2635.
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Sushi Roku hosts fundraiser for Ukrainian refugees through World Central Kitchen
03.07.22
On Wednesday, March 9, Innovative Dining Group along with Yakumi, will be donating 10% of all sales towards feeding Ukrainian refugees through the World Central Kitchen. WCK is serving thousands of fresh meals to Ukrainian families fleeing home as well as those who remain in the country. Restaurant locations throughout Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Newport Beach, and Scottsdale will be participating in donating fundraiser proceeds to WCK’s “Chefs for Ukraine” initiative.
“Like others, we felt helpless with the events unfolding in Ukraine. We are so inspired by what Chef José Andrés is doing right now through World Central Kitchen. By supporting his non-profit, we will help feed refugees directly on the ground. We hope that through this one-day fundraising initiative, we will unite to make a difference,” says Innovative Dining Group founder, Lee Maen.
Diners can head to Yakumi in Burbank, and Innovative Dining Group restaurants, which include: BOA Steakhouse, Sushi Roku in Newport Beach, and Katana. For more information on IDG locations, please visit innovativedining.com.
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