The social services nonprofit organization Isaiah House announced today that it will hold a summer social fundraiser from 4:30–8 p.m. on Thursday, August 25 at the Essex County Country Club in West Orange. The “Night at the Net” event will invite tennis and non-tennis players to come together for a late afternoon and early evening conversation, a round-robin tournament, artisanal cocktails and dinner. Proceeds raised will support Isaiah House, East Orange’s only homeless shelter, but one that services those in need throughout Essex County—especially women and children. Unlike other agencies and shelters, Isaiah House works diligently to ensure that the family unit remains in tack.

“Isaiah House has faithfully served East Orange and the Greater Newark community for almost 35 years,” said Zammeah Bivins-Gibson, executive director of Isaiah House. “This event is particularly important as it will allow our organization to continue to provide shelter to families, single women and adolescents impacted by the dramatic increase in homelessness across our country, which disproportionately affects minorities and people of color.”

The event will feature a flower arranging bar sponsored by Wildly Floral, a Mala bead bracelet station run by Krista Lynn Designs, fortune telling by Kimmi Berlin, henna tattoos and more. To raise additional funds, stays at luxury vacation homes and other experiences will also be auctioned via an online auction before and during the event, which can be accessed here https://go.rallyup.com/nightatthenetauction.

“Isaiah House offers a multitude of programs, including Youths Empowered to Succeed (YES), a 21-day program which strives to help reduce the number of homeless youths surviving on the streets in Essex County,” said Kristen Beveridge, Isaiah House board member and event planner for “Night at the Net.” “There are people in need in our own backyards, and this event will allow us to reach community members who have an interest in supporting our overall efforts. We are excited to introduce new people to the wonderful work that Isaiah House does day in and day out.”

“Night at the Net” will take place on Thursday, August 25, at the Essex County Country Club located at 350 Mt. Pleasant Avenue in West Orange. The event is sponsored by Danbrot Labianca Partnership and Murray Hill Tennis & Fitness. Tickets are $150 per person, with all proceeds going directly to support the shelter. Dress is summer casual or tennis attire for those who want to participate in the tennis portion of the evening. Tickets and more information can be found here https://bit.ly/nightnet.

In 2021, Isaiah House provided shelter to 188 individuals, 55% of whom were under the age of 18. Additionally, 63% of shelter residents moved to permanent independent housing afterward. Isaiah House also operates a food pantry, open four days a week, and has distributed 82,292 pounds of food to over 9,383 individuals in the last year.

ABOUT ISAIAH HOUSE
Isaiah House is a community fixture established in 1988 with a mission to reduce the prevalence of homelessness, hunger and unemployment throughout Essex County with a focus on the Oranges and Newark. Serving as an alliance between the Community Service Council of the Oranges and Maplewood (a division of United Way of Essex and West Hudson) the Junior League of the Oranges and Short Hills, and the Concerned Clergy of East Orange, Isaiah House remains the only shelter in East Orange and provides temporary and permanent lodging, food, social and financial services, as well as comfort and hope for families and individuals every year. The organization’s unique approach is based on the firm belief that individual progress and development are enhanced and augmented by the assistance of loved ones. To learn more about Isaiah House, visit: https://www.isaiahhouse.org/