28th ANNUAL “WOMEN HELPING WOMEN” LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW ON MAY 9 BENEFITS WOMEN AND FAMILIES IN NEED

PONTIAC, Mich. — Grace Centers of Hope (GCH) will present the 28th Annual “Women Helping Women” Luncheon & Fashion Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Royal Park Hotel, 600 E. University Dr. in Rochester. This annual signature event will feature a silent auction, raffles, luncheon and a fashion show highlighting spring trends, with all proceeds benefiting GCH’s Women’s Program.

The event serves as a meaningful Mother’s Day weekend outing while supporting women and families working to overcome homelessness, addiction, abuse, and other life challenges.

Returning as host is Tara Tomcsik-Husak, President and CEO of the Troy Chamber of Commerce, who has more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership and community engagement.

“The Women Helping Women Luncheon and Fashion Show is a powerful reminder of what can happen when compassion meets action,” said Darin Weiss, CEO of Grace Centers of Hope and Senior Pastor at Grace Gospel Fellowship. “Each year, this event celebrates the courage of the women we serve while providing critical support to help them rebuild their lives. We are incredibly grateful to our community for standing with us and making transformation possible.”

The event will begin at 10 a.m. with a silent auction and raffles, followed by a luncheon and the highly anticipated fashion show, hosted again this year by Cheryl Hall Lindsay of RGA Model Management.

The runway will feature professional models alongside women currently participating in GCH’s One-Year Life Skills Program, showcasing spring fashions from renowned retailers and designers including:

·Lilly Pulitzer: Creator of American sports resort wear, who for more than 60 years has created authentic printed styles

·J. McLaughlin: An American sportswear brand with a focus on excellence in design

·Just Girls Boutique: A unique collection of women's and young contemporary apparel in Bloomfield Hills

·Franklin Village Boutique: A cozy, on-trend fashionable boutique offering customers unique and contemporary apparel with a wide selection of handbags, accessories, and handcrafted jewelry

·Village Palm: A Grosse Pointe boutique offering a curated selection of stylish brands

·Saks Fifth Avenue: World-renowned luxury department store

Raffle prizes include a $2,000 VISA Shopping Spree, and a “Grand Indulgence Spa Getaway” that includes:

·One-night stay at the Royal Park Hotel (Executive King Room)

·Breakfast at Park 600

·Luxury spa day at Evexia Wellness Spa in Clarkston

·Dinner at Kruse & Muer (any location)

·Wine and chocolates

Guests at the Fashion Show will enjoy an inspiring afternoon celebrating resilience, transformation and community, while experiencing fashion, shopping opportunities, and meaningful storytelling.

“At Grace Centers of Hope, we are dedicated to restoring hope, stability, and lasting change for women and families facing difficult circumstances,” said Amber Weiss, Women’s Program Director at GCH. “Women Helping Women is not just a fashion show. It’s a meaningful celebration of community and the life-changing impact we can make together.”

This year’s sponsors include: Besh Business Services, Birmingham Lodge #44, Consumers Energy, Dillman & Upton, Emerald City Designs, F&M Bank, IMPACT, Luxe Event Linen, Mariner Wealth, Pepsi, Royal Park Hotel, Salon Lux, The Gold Innovision Team, the Valerie Johnson Foundation, Hour Detroit magazine, and additional community supporters.

All proceeds from the event benefit GCH’s Women’s Program, which provides comprehensive services including life skills training, counseling, education, and career support to help women achieve long-term stability and independence.

Tickets are $125 per person or $750 for a table of 10 and can be purchased at:
https://gracecentersofhope.org/women-helping-women-luncheon-fashion-show/

For additional event information, please contact specialevents@gracecentersofhope.org.

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About Grace Centers of Hope 

Giving hope to the helpless since 1942, Grace Centers of Hope is considered one of the leading faith-based organizations in Southeastern Michigan, confronting daily the issues of homelessness, addiction, education, parenting, poverty, abuse and spiritual emptiness. On any given night, Grace Centers of Hope provides transitional shelter to 375 men, women and children, in addition to serving more than 238,000 meals each year. Grace’s $8 million yearly budget is maintained solely through corporate and private donors, exclusive of any government assistance. To learn more about Grace Centers of Hope or to make a donation, please visit www.gracecentersofhope.org.