I Found Light Against All Odds

✨ Gratitude. Community. Impact. ✨

We want to extend our deepest thanks to the incredible team at Monson Savings Bank for their continued support of I Found Light Against All Odds and Lighthouse.

Through their employee “dress-down” day, they didn’t just raise funds—they raised hope and awareness for the young women we serve. In a time when many nonprofits are facing increased pressure due to funding changes, this act of generosity means even more.

Your belief in our mission, your compassion, and your commitment to our community does not go unnoticed. Because of you, we can continue to shine light in places where it’s needed most.

💡 From darkness to light—together.

✨ Celebrating This Year’s Impactful Women Winners! ✨

What an incredible night of community, generosity, and women making a difference! Because of the dedication and passion of our Impactful Women bartenders and supporters, we raised over $13,000 to support the mission of I Found Light Against All Odds and our Lighthouse initiative for young women experiencing housing insecurity.

🏆 2026 Impactful Women Bartending Winners

🥇 1st Place – Kim Weir
Raised $2,303.60
Because she raised over $1,000 and was the top bartender, Kim’s name will be attached to one of this year’s I Found Light Against All Odds scholarships.

🥈 2nd Place – Susanna Zemba
Raised $2,231.08

🥉 3rd Place – Nicolle Cestero
Raised $1,487.43

⭐ Rania Kfuri
Raised $1,224.86

These amazing women didn’t just show up, they showed out for our mission. Their efforts will help create opportunities, stability, and brighter futures for the young women we serve.

This is what happens when a community shines its light together. 💛

⚡️ Can you feel the energy?!

The WWLP-22News coverage from this year’s Impactful Women Bartending Event shows what happens when a community comes together to shine light for others.

Because of your generosity, we have already raised over $13,000! 🙌 But we’re not done yet — there are only 3 days left to contribute.

At I Found Light Against All Odds, our mission is to create a safe and supportive Lighthouse Home for young women ages 18–20 who are housing insecure, giving them access to education, mentorship, and a pathway toward independence.

A special thank you to Beacon Bank (formerly Berkshire Bank) for donating $1,000 and challenging other local banks to match their contribution. They have also been a strong supporter of our annual golf tournament.

💛 If you’ve been inspired by this movement, you can still make an impact.

👉 Watch the coverage and go to the link provided to contribute or donate to this amazing cause: https://square.link/u/4sUybgk0?src=sheet

https://youtu.be/BszngZe6hLg

Together we are shining light and creating brighter futures for the young women we serve.

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✨ WOW… WHAT AN INCREDIBLE NIGHT OF COMMUNITY, IMPACT, AND LIGHT! ✨

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU to this year’s amazing Impactful Women Bartenders, and to every supporter who came out to show love and support for the mission of I Found Light Against All Odds.

Last night was truly special. The room was filled with energy, laughter, generosity, and a community that showed up with purpose. Our Impactful Women didn’t just bartend — they inspired, rallied support, and helped shine a light on the importance of helping young women who are facing housing insecurity.

https://youtu.be/BszngZe6hLg?si=EHw0vHsZCQkMgdGF #

Because of YOU, we have raised OVER $13,000 to support our mission and the future Lighthouse Home for young women from this year’s event. 💜

You came out…
You showed out…
And you proved once again that when a community comes together with heart, powerful things happen.

A special thank you to Christopher's Tavern # for being such an incredible co-host and helping us create such an unforgettable evening. And thank you to everyone who donated, tipped our bartenders, shared the event, and encouraged others to support this mission.

If you weren’t able to attend the event on March 5th, donations are still being accepted through this Tuesday March 10th. Your support can still help us continue building momentum toward opening the Lighthouse Home for young women. https://square.link/u/4sUybgk0?src=sheet

Thank you for believing in our mission.
Thank you for standing with us.
And thank you for continuing to shine light with us.

💜 With gratitude,
Stefan Davis
Founder & CEO
I Found Light Against All Odds

Thank You for Shining Your Light!

On behalf of everyone at I Found Light Against All Odds, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out and supported this year’s Powerful Women Celebrity Bartending Event.

Because of your generosity, enthusiasm, and belief in our mission, the evening was a huge success. What made the night so special wasn’t just the fun, the music, or the friendly competition behind the bar—it was the community coming together to shine light on young women experiencing housing insecurity.

A special thank you to Christopher's Tavern for being such an incredible co-host and for welcoming our community with such generosity and support. Events like this are only possible because of partners who believe in giving back.

We also want to recognize Beacon Bank formally Berkshire Bank for their $1,000 donation and for stepping forward with a challenge to other local banks to match their contribution in support of the young women we serve. Leadership like this inspires real community impact.

To our Impactful Women bartenders, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and everyone who attended, thank you for helping us bring awareness to our mission and moving us one step closer to opening the Lighthouse Home for young women ages 18–21.

Together, we continue to turn darkness into light.

With gratitude,
Stefan B. Davis
Founder & CEO
I Found Light Against All Odds

“Our youth don’t care what we know until they know we care.” – Coach Davis

Local women aid homeless youth at celebrity bartending event A Springfield-based nonprofit hosted its fourth annual celebrity bartending fundraiser Thursday evening to support young women facing housing insecurity.

Thank You for Shining Your Light!

On behalf of everyone at I Found Light Against All Odds, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out and supported this year’s Powerful Women Celebrity Bartending Event.

Because of your generosity, enthusiasm, and belief in our mission, the evening was a huge success. What made the night so special wasn’t just the fun, the music, or the friendly competition behind the bar—it was the community coming together to shine light on young women experiencing housing insecurity.

A special thank you to Christopher's Tavern for being such an incredible co-host and for welcoming our community with such generosity and support. Events like this are only possible because of partners who believe in giving back.

We also want to recognize Beacon Bank formally Berkshire Bank for their $1,000 donation and for stepping forward with a challenge to other local banks to match their contribution in support of the young women we serve. Leadership like this inspires real community impact.

To our Impactful Women bartenders, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and everyone who attended, thank you for helping us bring awareness to our mission and moving us one step closer to opening the Lighthouse Home for young women ages 18–21.

Together, we continue to turn darkness into light.

With gratitude,
Stefan B. Davis
Founder & CEO
I Found Light Against All Odds

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A Springfield-based nonprofit hosted its fourth annual celebrity bartending fundraiser Thursday evening to support young women facing housing insecurity.

In just 2 days… it’s that time!

The countdown is on for the 4th Annual Impactful Women Bartending Event for I Found Light Against All Odds!

Join us as these powerful women from across our community step behind the bar to raise critical funds for young women facing homelessness and housing insecurity. Every tip, every donation, and every show of support helps move us closer to securing the Lighthouse Home in 2026.

✨ Great energy
✨ Great music
✨ Community coming together for a powerful cause

And remember — the top bartender who raises $1,000 or more will have their name or business placed on one of this year’s IFLAAO scholarships!

If you can’t attend, you can still support — every contribution is being matched by our Angel Donor up to $100,000.

Let’s pack the house, show our support, and keep shining light where it’s needed most.

Donation Link: https://square.link/u/4sUybgk0?src=sheet

In just 3 days… it’s that time!

The countdown is on for the 4th Annual Impactful Women Bartending Event for I Found Light Against All Odds!

Join us as powerful women from across our community step behind the bar to raise critical funds for young women facing homelessness and housing insecurity. Every tip, every donation, and every show of support helps move us closer to securing the Lighthouse Home in 2026.

✨ Great energy
✨ Great music
✨ Community coming together for a powerful cause

And remember — the top bartender who raises $1,000 or more will have their name or business placed on one of this year’s IFLAAO scholarships!

If you can’t attend, you can still support — every contribution is being matched by our Angel Donor up to $100,000.

Let’s pack the house, show our support, and keep shining light where it’s needed most.

Donation Link: https://square.link/u/4sUybgk0?src=sheet

Let’s start International Women’s Month by lifting young women in darkness, seeking light and generational change in their lives.

Join us Thursday, March 5 at Christopher's Tavern from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM for an unforgettable evening as incredible women from across our community step behind the bar to raise funds and awareness for young women ages 18–21 facing homelessness and housing insecurity.

Enjoy great music, food, strong connections, and a community shining light together. The top bartender who raises $1,000 or more will have their name or business honored on an IFLAAO Scholarship, creating a lasting legacy of opportunity.

And here’s the powerful part:

Every dollar you give is being MATCHED — up to $100,000 — by one of our Angel Donors.

That means your contribution goes twice as far in helping young women move from and uncertainty to stability, opportunity, and independence.

You don’t have to be in the room to help us shine light.

Give. Match. Transform a life.
Together, we’re turning darkness into light. ✨