Cocktails for a Cause 2026 | Pace Women’s Justice Center Fundraiser

Raise a Glass. Change a Life.

Step into an evening of cocktails, connection, and community impact at Cocktails for a Cause, Pace Women’s Justice Center’s spring benefit supporting lifesaving legal services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse.

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Thursday, May 28, 2026
5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Barley Beach House Rye, NY

Purchase Tickets or Sponsorships View Past Cocktails for a Cause

Your support helps survivors of abuse access the legal support they need to safely rebuild their lives.

What to Expect

Your ticket or sponsorship includes:

• Dinner-by-the-bite showcasing fresh flavors
• Wine & beer bar with our signature cocktail
• Raffle prizes featuring the best of Westchester
• Networking with local community leaders

Looking to increase your company’s visibility while supporting a powerful cause?

Sponsoring Cocktails for a Cause puts your brand in front of an engaged audience of professionals, community leaders, and potential partners, while demonstrating your commitment to justice and community impact. View Sponsor Benefits (PDF)

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Why Your Support Matters

Pace Women’s Justice Center provides free, lifesaving legal services to survivors of abuse. Our attorneys help individuals:

• Secure orders of protection
• Navigate family court proceedings
• Access crucial community resources
• Build lasting safety and stability

For many survivors, access to legal support means the difference between remaining in danger and finding a path forward. You can help make that difference.

Purchase Tickets or Sponsorships

Host Committee*

• Amanda Rieben, Esq. | Co-Chair
• Stephen L. Brodsky, Esq.
• Jacqueline Hattar, Esq.
• Alayne Katz, Esq.
• Stella King, Esq.
• Cindy Kanusher, Esq.
• Jana Kosberg-Kleidman, Esq.
• Samatha Lyons, Esq.
• Melissa McMonagle
• Monica Joy Taylor
• Kadeen Wong, Esq.

*Committee in formation as of March 25

Questions?

Email us at pwjcevents@law.pace.edu.

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The Pace Women’s Justice Center is under the 501(c)(3) status of Pace University (Tax ID #:13- 5562314). The fair market value of each ticket is $70 and your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent that your donation exceeds the fair market value of the goods or services received.