ACT | Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc.

Drink (and eat) Around the World
2020-01-31 17:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Millennial Brewing Co., 1811 Royal Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL, 33901, United States
Millennial Brewing Company will hold their Second Annual “Drink (and eat) Around the World” on Friday, January 31st from 5 pm until 10 p.m.
8 Countries, Beer and Wine Pairings, Street Festival and Live Music. The public is invited to attend.
Benefitting Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. (also known as ACT) is a nonprofit social service agency serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties. ACT has been providing a circle of support for victims and their families since 1978. ACT provides critical services to those in crisis through a 24-hour crisis hotline, counseling, forensic examinations, medical, legal and personal advocacy, violence prevention programs, children’s programs and more. For more information, please visit www.actabuse.com.
Contact for more information: Jennifer Benton, Chief Executive Officer, 239-939-2553 or jbenton@actabuse.com

ACT Break the Cycle Challenge!
2020-10-01 08:00 - 2020-10-31 17:00
ACT’s Break the Cycle Challenge
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and ACT needs your help to raise awareness on abusive relationships! Throughout October 1 to 31, 2020, we invite you to participate in a cycling challenge to spread the word by promoting healthy relationships and safe homes in SWFL.
Ride your bike while wearing purple, share some fast facts about intimate partner violence, and connect others to ACT’s services. Anyone can purchase a “Break the Cycle” special edition T-shirt available at our online store. Click here! A portion of the proceeds from t-shirts will benefit ACT’s nonprofit services for local survivors.
To learn more about how to participate and to register click here.
Contact Alex Kelner, Community Relations and Development Officer, for any questions at (239) 939-2553 or akelner@actabuse.com.

9th Annual David Barbur Biker's Brunch
2021-08-13 11:59 - 2021-08-15 00:00 | KeyLime Bistro, 11509 Andy Rosse Lane, Captiva, 33924, United States
We are so sorry but due to the impending Tropical Depression, Fred, we are rescheduling the event. Check back with us later for the re-scheduled date.
Cancelled – Join ACT on Sunday, August 15th for the Annual David Barbur Biker’s Brunch – a 28-mile ride to support our nonprofit services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. This annual ride honors David, former ACT Board Member who led a remarkable life of service in Fort Myers.
It all begins at Stu’s Motorcycles in Fort Myers at 8:30 with registration. Kickstands up at 9:30 and ends with brunch at Keylime Bistro on Captiva Island. Brunch and the Sanibel Bridge toll are included in the registration. The cost is $25 per biker and $20 per passenger.
Register today for a beautiful ride and delicious brunch, all while supporting a great cause!
Special thanks to our sponsors: Goldberg, Noone, and Abraham: Personal Injury Attorneys, Stu’s Motorcycles, and the Keylime Bistro!
Pre-Register Here

Charity Brunch Bingo
2022-04-03 12:00 - 15:00
Charity Brunch Bingo
Sunday, April 3rd from 12 to 3 PM
Join ACT for lots of laughs and fun at Charity Brunch Bingo at Botanical Brewing Taproom in Cape Coral. Each game is $2, half of the winnings will go to the winner and half to ACT’s mission! We’ll have a 50/50 cash raffle prize too. Support local survivors while enjoying a nice brunch and fun led by A Haus of Drag. See attached flyer.
@ Hosted by A Haus of Drag at Botanical Brewing Taproom
Botanical Brewing Taproom, 839 Miramar St., Cape Coral, FL 33904

Painting & Letter Writing at Library
2022-04-04 13:30 - 18:30
SAAM Library Events
4/04
Painting & Letter Writing at Library
We invite you to celebrate Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April by joining us at the Barron Library anytime from 1:30 to 6:30 PM at 461 N Main St., LaBelle, FL 33935. See attached flyer SAAM Library Events

Community Event Hendry/Glades Residents
2022-04-06 18:00 - 20:00 | John Boy Auditorium, 1200 W. C. Owen Avenue, Clewiston, 33440, United States
JoClewiston Community Event
Wednesday, April 6th at 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Join ACT and Clewiston Police Department for a free community event with our Hendry & Glades residents! To honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month and support local survivors, we’ll be at John Boy Auditorium from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Local community agencies and partners will be sharing information on their services and refreshments will be offered!
@ John Boy Auditorium
1200 W. C. Owen Ave., Clewiston, FL 33440
Click here to read all about it!

Painting & Letter Writing at Library
2022-04-19 13:30 - 18:30
SAAM Library Events
4/19
Painting & Letter Writing at Library
We invite you to celebrate Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April by joining us at the Glades County Public Library anytime from 1:30 to 6:30 PM at 201 Riverside Dr., Moore Haven, FL 33471. See attached flyer.

Painting & Letter Writing at Library
2022-04-20 13:30 - 17:00
SAAM Library Events
4/20
Painting & Letter Writing at Library
We invite you to celebrate Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April by joining us at the Clewiston Library anytime from 1:30 to 5:00 PM at 120 W Osceola Ave, Clewiston, FL 33440. See attached flyer.

Creating Safer Online Spaces
2022-04-21 19:00 - 20:00
Creating Safer Online Spaces
Thursday, April 21st at 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Join ACT’s Community Educator, Madison Kilgore, for a virtual workshop on digital consent and how we can build safer online communities together! Email mkilgore@actabuse.com to RSVP and get the link invitation.

Teal Hair Day
2022-04-25 09:30 - 16:00 | Glamour Up Beauty Salon, 661 South Bridge St., LaBelle, 33935, United States
Teal Hair Day!
Monday, April 25th anytime between 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
ACT has partnered with Glamour Up Beauty Salon to show our support for sexual assault survivors with teal hair! You can get one free teal highlight for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. See attached flyer.
@ Glamour Up Beauty Salon
661 South Bridge St. La Belle, FL 33935

Power of the Purse - Designer Purse Bingo
2026-01-30 18:00 - 21:30 | Marian Hall, 5632 Sunrise Drive, Fort Myers, 33919, United States
Join us for an evening of fun and excitement at the Power of the Purse – Designer Purse Bingo event! Get ready to play bingo and win fabulous designer purses while supporting a great cause. This in-person event will take place on Friday, January 30, 2026 at Marian Hall –5632 Sunrise Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919.
Not only will you have a blast playing bingo, but you’ll also be supporting a worthy cause. The proceeds from this event will go towards our many programs benefiting victims of domestic violence and their children and survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking to achieve their goals. By attending this event, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of those we serve in our community at ACT.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Mark your calendars for Friday, January 30, 2025 and join us at 5632 Sunrise Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33919. Get ready to have a fantastic time, win amazing designer purses like Marc Jacobs, Tory Burch, Brahmin, Coach, Michael Kors, Kate Spade, etc. and support a cause that matters. See you there!
For more information contact Jennifer Benton at 239-939-2553 or email jbenton@actabuse.com. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, call or email me. You can, also, pay for tickets and sponsorships at the link below. To see what sponsorship opportunities we offer click Sponsor Packet.

Tickets can be purchased tonight at the door.

Arts for ACT Gala and Auction 2026
2026-10-03 17:00 - 22:00 | Burroughs Home and Gardens
We are excited to announce Arts for ACT 2026 “Peace Love & Denim” Gala and Auction. We invite you to consider becoming a sponsor of Arts for ACT, supporting Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc., a non-profit organization devoted to serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking for over four decades.

Join us on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at the Burroughs Home and Gardens. The evening kicks off at 5:00 p.m. with cocktails, a silent auction, raffle, and other fun activities. Dinner commences at 6:00 p.m., followed by a dynamic live auction at 7:00 p.m. led by Auctioneer Scott Robertson. The festivities continue with dancing into the night.
For further details, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We look forward to hearing from you!
All proceeds to benefit Abuse Counseling and Treatment, Inc. a non-profit agency serving victims of domestic violence and their children and survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking in Lee, Hendry and Glades Counties.
If you are interested sponsoring the fundraising event or donating to the auction, you can email jbenton@actabuse.com or call me at 239-939-2553. Here is additional information below:
Purchase Tickets Here: https://manager.event.gives/events/artsforact2026/
Sponsorships Here: Become a Sponsor
Arts for ACT 2026 Art Donation Form
Arts for ACT Donation Form 2026 Donation Other
