A brand-new event is coming to Penticton in support of the South Okanagan Women In Need Society (SOWINS).

"Inspiring Hope," a new fall fundraiser hosted by the non-profit group, heads to the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre on Saturday, Nov. 2.

"We are so excited for this new event and have already seen a great response from the community with corporate sponsorship and tickets selling very quickly,香蕉视频直播� said Liz Gomes, executive director of SOWINS.

Presented by Penticton Foundry, the fundraiser will feature a champagne reception with appetizers and live music from Kelowna's Anna Jacyszyn.

The event will also include a silent and live auction, as well as "Fund A Need" with a generous donor on hand to match donations from the public.

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SOWINS a Penticton-based non-profit formed in 1981, serves women, children, youth, and families facing abuse and violence. It provides shelter, safety and support by helping individuals recognize, understand, and overcome the impacts of abuse, according to its website.

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Organizers say the capacity of the event will be 175. A total of 150 tickets already been sold, as of Sept. 10.

Sponsorship opportunities for the event are being directed to fundraising@sowins.com or 250-488-1268.

Tickets for the fundraiser, meanwhile, can be purchased