Tickets to the 21st Annual Victorian Tea
We raise our tea cups to mothers in recovery and their families.
Join us for the 21st Annual Victorian Tea
Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown Hotel
Meet and Greet from 1 – 2 p.m.
Tea + Program from 2 – 4 p.m.
The annual Victorian Tea is Sojourner House’s signature fundraiser and an important awareness event that brings together over 300 individuals to learn about our programs and to celebrate families in recovery. We are proud to celebrate 21 years of the Victorian Tea and its impact on families in recovery.
The afternoon includes silent auctions and raffles, and an opportunity to hear hopeful stories of Mothers and families that have completed Sojourner House’s residential treatment program.
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Meet Our 2024 Sponsors
Recovery Champions
Recovery Supporter
The John Marzullo Team, Compass RE
Meet and Greet Sponsors
Sabika Jewelry
Shadyside Presbyterian Church
Shift Collaborative
Volunteers of America Pennsylvania
Entertainment Sponsor
Highmark BCBS and Allegheny Health Network
Table Sponsors
Alphabet City Development
Catapult Greater Pittsburgh
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
PA Health & Wellness
Signature Financial Planning
Transforming the Health of African American Women
Children’s Advocates
Natasha Lightner and Charmaine McCall, Avon Independent Sales Representatives
EKS Solutions
HBK CPA’s and Consultants
Sisterson & Co. LLP
Why Host an Annual Fundraiser?
Sojourner House strives to make our programs accessible to all who need help. To do so, we rely on donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations to underwrite the cost of safe, affordable housing, children’s programming, educational and job readiness programs, and community resources.
Sojourner House provides 24-hour residential rehabilitation services for 14 families at any given time. Mothers can bring three children and stay up to six months while receiving intensive substance use disorder treatment. Sojourner House MOMS’ supportive housing and permanent housing provide shelter to families in recovery and help them confidently transition into the community. Funds raised at the Victorian Tea events annually support the recovery of nearly 80 families in Sojourner House’s treatment and residential programs.
Elements that Make the Event Special
Pearl of Hope Award
Each year during the Victorian Tea, we honor a special individual or organization with the Pearl of Hope Award. This award recognizes the deep commitment of an individual or an organization to the mission of Sojourner House and Sojourner MOMS.
Past Pearl of Hope Award Honorees
2024 Dr. Rober Breit, MD (individual)
2024 The Murrysville Bible Study (organization)
2023 Homeless Children’s Education Fund
2021 Kathleen Hendrickson*
2020 Words Without Walls
2019 Maelene Myers
2018 Lynne Chadwick
2017 Ann Brooks
2016 Kathleen M. Slencak
2015 Carol Moore
2014 Charlee Brodsky
2013 Kathy Froehle
2012 Joe Lagana
2011 Gerri Maurer
2010 June Rush*
2009 Rose Edmondson*
2008 Norma Raiff
2007 Peggy Reding
*Deceased
Silent Auction and Raffle
The silent auction and raffle at the Victorian Tea is an important part of the event. The auction items and raffle prizes are generously donated by local businesses, corporate sponsors, board members, and long-time supporters. With every auction item sold and raffle basket won by a lucky attendee, all the proceeds support Sojourner House’s mission and the vital programming helping families in need of lifesaving recovery support.
Fascinating Fascinators for the Occasion
We are always blown away by the hats and fascinators people wear to Victorian Tea! Although there isn’t a dress code, everyone enjoys dressing up for tea and making the event feel extra special.
