Do you or a friend NEED HELP? We are here 24 hours a day. Call or Text 941.365.1976
Do you or a friend NEED HELP? We are here 24 hours a day. Call or Text 941.365.1976
The SPARCC Auxiliary serves as an ambassador for SPARCC and its mission to provide a safe haven and promote empowerment, awareness, and social change to end domestic and sexual violence. Formed in 1983, this group of amazing volunteers shares their talent and treasure to help SPARCC raise awareness about domestic and sexual violence, and plan for various fundraising events.
There are many ways to get involved. You can plan to attend our monthly coffees, where you can meet fellow Auxiliary members and learn about the many programs and services we offer to survivors and their children. You can plan to volunteer at one of our events and enjoy the camaraderie of working with other Auxiliary members and the satisfaction of knowing that you are making a difference in someone’s life. Or you can take this opportunity to talk to friends, colleagues and family members who share your support for SPARCC and encourage them to join us.
President
1st Vice President
2nd Vice President
Treasurer
Recording Secretary
Corresponding Secretary
Membership
Parliamentarian
Historian
Hospitality
Treasure Chest
Members-at-Large
Bonnie VanOverbeke
Melissa Silva
Gina Jordan
JoAnn Pack
Judy Wolff
Edie Smith
Tina McGovern
Margaret Breuer
Allyson Galuska
Katherine Pike
Chest Nancy Raymond
Carolyn Castro, Kathy Finnerty
| President | Melissa Silva |
| 1st Vice President | Carolyn Castro |
| 2nd Vice President | Margaret Breuer |
| Treasurer | JoAnn Pack |
| Recording Secretary | Judy Wolff |
| Corresponding Secretary | Carol Grieco McManus |
| Membership | Marilyn Highland |
| Parliamentarian | Jan Dyke |
| Hospitality | Katherine Pike |
| Treasure Chest | Kathy Finnerty |
| Members-at-Large | Tracey Coakes Allyson Cooney Jackie Frank Vickie Smith |
| Past President | Bonnie VanOverbeke |
Instructions:
Visit app.onlinememberdirectory.com or download the app on your device by searching “Online Member Directory.”
Log in using your email and create your own password. If you login on the app, the mobile code is SPARCC.
10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Opening Coffee: Sarasota Yacht Club
6:00 PM, Saturday, November 6, 2026
SPARCCle Gala: Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
11:00 AM, Monday, December 7, 2026
Holiday Luncheon: Michael’s on East
11:00 AM, Monday, February 1, 2027
Scramble for SPARCC: Laurel Oak Country Club
10:00 AM, Thursday, March 11, 2027
SPARCC Runway Fashion Show: The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota
11:00 AM, Wednesday, April 21, 2027
Celebration Luncheon: Laurel Oak Country Club
RSVP: Carolyn Castro ccastronj@gmail.com or 978-852-9849
Orientation & Refresher – 10 AM, Wednesday, September 23, 2026
SPARCC Main Office
October Coffee – 10 AM, Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Home of Jackie Frank
November Coffee – 10 AM, Wednesday, November 4, 2026
SPARCC Treasure Chest
January Coffee – 10 AM, Wednesday, January 6, 2027
Home of Susan Mann
February Coffee – 10 AM, Wednesday, February 10, 2027
Pelican Pointe Golf and Country Club (Host by Luisa Goldman)
March Coffee – 10 AM, Wednesday, March 24, 2027
Home of Cate Douglas
We’re in the News!
📸 Check out the SPARCC Auxiliary featured in Scene Magazine!
At this time, the Hospital Advocacy Team is the only advocacy volunteer opportunity available. On-call volunteers respond to night and weekend requests from hospitals in Sarasota, Venice, Englewood, and Northport, meeting with sexual and domestic violence survivors to provide information, support, and resources regarding SPARCC services.
