The Lifeboat Project Blog

Insights, Updates, and Stories from the Frontlines of the Fight Against Human Trafficking

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Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining®: Eat for a Cause

Through Visit Orlando, $1 from every $40 meal and $2 from every $60 meal served during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining benefit one or more local nonprofits that help people in need. Which means that, in addition to offering outstanding meals at outstanding prices, Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining provides you with the opportunity to support outstanding causes.

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Rick and Cindy Traenkner, franchise owners of 22 Domino’s Pizza stores, with Ed Gilbert, Board Chair of The Lifeboat Project.

Thanks Domino’s Pizza!

Rick and Cindy Traenker, franchise owners of 22 Domino’s Pizza stores, celebrate with Ed Gilbert, Board Chair of The Lifeboat Project, after raising $20,000 in 30 days to fight human trafficking in Central Florida. Thank you to the Traenkers and all Domino’s customers!

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Ed Gilbert, Board Chair and Allison Walker from Channel 13 and the Emcee share a moment at The Making Waves Breakfast March 17 at Amway Center

2022 Making Waves Breakfast Recap

We are thrilled to share the success of The Lifeboat Project’s Making Waves Breakfast, held on March 17 at the Amway Center. The event was a remarkable gathering of community leaders, advocates, and supporters, all united by a common goal: to end human trafficking and support survivors on their journey to recovery.

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Jill Cohen receives the WKMG “Getting Results” Award

Jill receives WKMG’s Getting Results Award

We are thrilled to announce that Jill Bolander Cohen, the inspiring founder and CEO of The Lifeboat Project, has been honored with WKMG’s prestigious Getting Results Award. This recognition is a testament to Jill’s relentless dedication and impactful work in combating human trafficking and supporting survivors on their journey to healing and empowerment.

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