Fundraising Page: Leslye Casolaro

Protecting Hope. Together.

Leslye Casolaro

My Personal Fundraising Page

This is my new job, and THIS is what government cuts look like when they finally trickle down to real people. ECLI-VIBES helps survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. We provide counseling, advocacy, safety planning, a 24/7 hotline and support for people during some of the worst moments of their lives. Now we’re facing a 50% state funding cut. Federal cuts and funding decisions don’t stay in Washington—they hit the states, then organizations like ours, and ultimately the PEOPLE who need us. And this is exactly why I hate the priorities of the Trump administration. We have money for political vanity projects, giant banners, golf trips and spectacle—but somehow organizations helping abused women, sexual-assault survivors and trafficking victims are where we tighten the belt? And the irony of HUMAN TRAFFICKING services being cut while the country is still demanding answers about Jeffrey Epstein and the powerful people connected to him is certainly not lost on me. But I guess if it doesn’t directly affect you, it doesn’t matter, right? Until you, your daughter, your sister, your friend or someone you love needs that hotline. If protecting victims and helping survivors rebuild their lives isn’t worth funding, what the hell is?

I'm Protecting Hope. Will You Join Me?

I'm proud to be a Community Champion for ECLI-VIBES because I believe every survivor deserves somewhere to turn.

Every day, people across Long Island turn to ECLI-VIBES during some of the hardest moments of their lives—as survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other forms of abuse. Whether they need the 24/7 Hopeline, compassionate forensic care, court advocacy, counseling, safety planning, or help rebuilding their lives, ECLI-VIBES is there.

But government funding is shrinking. The need for help isn't.

That's why I'm raising $1,000 to help ECLI-VIBES continue to be there when someone reaches out.

ECLI-VIBES has served Suffolk County for 50 years, providing counseling, legal advocacy, housing support, and a community food pantry.

The 24-hour Hopeline (631-360-3606) provides immediate crisis support, safety planning, counseling, and referrals, available year-round, day or night.

All services are free, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and survivor-centered, ensuring every individual feels seen, heard, and empowered.

In 2025 alone, ECLI-VIBES:

  • Answered 5,661 Hopeline calls
  • Served 2,243 victims and survivors
  • Provided 232 sexual assault forensic responses
  • Reached 35,120 community members through prevention and education

Behind every number is a person who needed someone to respond.

Be part of the solution ❤️

Please join me by making a gift today. Every donation—no matter the size—helps protect the services our community depends on and helps ensure survivors continue to have somewhere to turn.

Together, we can protect hope.

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My Supporters

  • Julie Kessler Great cause!!! Please help 2 days ago $52.00
  • Frances Watins 2 weeks ago $20.80
  • Julie Kessler Great cause!!! Please help 2 days ago $52.00
  • Frances Watins 2 weeks ago $20.80