Presented by The Asservo Project

TAP Gala

About This Event

Join us for an unforgettable evening of exceptional dining, meaningful fellowship, and powerful stories that reveal the life-changing impact of The Asservo Project.

Throughout the evening, you will hear firsthand how your generosity is helping educate communities, combat human trafficking and child exploitation, and assist in the identification and recovery of missing and exploited children. Together, we are restoring hope, protecting the vulnerable, and creating lasting change where it is needed most.

As our signature fundraising gala, this evening has one primary purpose: to invite passionate partners to invest in this mission. In addition to participating in our silent auction, every guest will be asked to make a meaningful financial commitment to The Asservo Project. We encourage you to come prayerfully and thoughtfully prepared to give at a level that reflects your heart for protecting children and advancing this critical work.

The need is urgent. The lives impacted are real. Your generosity will help expand our reach, strengthen our response, and ensure that more children are protected and empowered, more survivors are supported, and more families experience hope because of your partnership.

Together, we will change lives.

Cocktail or business attire is requested. 

We are honored and blessed to provide the opportunity for you to hear from our Keynote speaker, Jen Spry, RN-BSN, FNE.

Jen is a registered nurse, forensic nurse examiner, human trafficking survivor leader, and nationally recognized advocate dedicated to protecting victims and ending human trafficking. Through education, survivor-informed leadership, and multidisciplinary collaboration, she works to strengthen awareness, improve victim-centered care, and support those impacted by exploitation. Jen is passionate about empowering communities and professionals to recognize trafficking, respond effectively, and help survivors reclaim their lives. 

Lindsay Ward will be our emcee for the evening. She is a native of Indiana County and a proud graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Lindsay now lives in Pittsburgh with her husband, Tony, and their two children. An award-winning journalist with nearly two decades of experience as an anchor and reporter, recognized for her compelling storytelling and trusted on-air presence. Throughout her career, she has covered diverse communities across North Carolina, West Virginia, and Central and Western Pennsylvania, bringing clarity and depth to the stories that matter most.

About This Event

Join us for an unforgettable evening of exceptional dining, meaningful fellowship, and powerful stories that reveal the life-changing impact of The Asservo Project.

Throughout the evening, you will hear firsthand how your generosity is helping educate communities, combat human trafficking and child exploitation, and assist in the identification and recovery of missing and exploited children. Together, we are restoring hope, protecting the vulnerable, and creating lasting change where it is needed most.

As our signature fundraising gala, this evening has one primary purpose: to invite passionate partners to invest in this mission. In addition to participating in our silent auction, every guest will be asked to make a meaningful financial commitment to The Asservo Project. We encourage you to come prayerfully and thoughtfully prepared to give at a level that reflects your heart for protecting children and advancing this critical work.

The need is urgent. The lives impacted are real. Your generosity will help expand our reach, strengthen our response, and ensure that more children are protected and empowered, more survivors are supported, and more families experience hope because of your partnership.

Together, we will change lives.

Cocktail or business attire is requested. 

We are honored and blessed to provide the opportunity for you to hear from our Keynote speaker, Jen Spry, RN-BSN, FNE.

Jen is a registered nurse, forensic nurse examiner, human trafficking survivor leader, and nationally recognized advocate dedicated to protecting victims and ending human trafficking. Through education, survivor-informed leadership, and multidisciplinary collaboration, she works to strengthen awareness, improve victim-centered care, and support those impacted by exploitation. Jen is passionate about empowering communities and professionals to recognize trafficking, respond effectively, and help survivors reclaim their lives. 

Lindsay Ward will be our emcee for the evening. She is a native of Indiana County and a proud graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Lindsay now lives in Pittsburgh with her husband, Tony, and their two children. An award-winning journalist with nearly two decades of experience as an anchor and reporter, recognized for her compelling storytelling and trusted on-air presence. Throughout her career, she has covered diverse communities across North Carolina, West Virginia, and Central and Western Pennsylvania, bringing clarity and depth to the stories that matter most.

We are grateful for our sponsors who help make our Gala an evening to remember:

 

Presenting Sponsor:

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Guard Sponsor:

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Mission Supporter:

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Getting There

Carpenter's Event Center
650 Ridge Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15205

Interested in Sponsoring the Gala?

Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and individuals interested in supporting the mission of The Asservo Project. For additional information, please contact Doug Shymoniak at dshymoniak@theasservoproject.org.

Questions or Need More Information?

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Rebecca Mouganis at rmouganis@theasservoproject.org