Childhelp’s 4th Annual Miracles in Miami Raises Awareness for Child Protection with Paula Abdul

Miami, FL – (May 1, 2026) – Childhelp, the national nonprofit dedicated to preventing and treating child abuse and neglect, hosted its 4th Annual Miracles in Miami event on Thursday, April 30 at The Moore Miami.

Consistent with the event’s powerful tagline, “Safeguarding Innocence, Inspiring Change,” this year’s gathering brought together Miami’s leading tastemakers, philanthropists, and celebrities for an elegant evening of awareness, inspiration, and impactful giving.

FoundRae hosted the VIP reception and guests were treated to custom pieces of art by Laurence Jenkell and fragrances by Mind Games.

The 150 guests enjoyed a sit-down dinner, specialty cocktails, live musical performances, while learning about Childhelp’s vital work in prevention, intervention, and treatment programs that help heal abused and neglected children. Special thanks to Stella Roy for her generous six-figure donation to the organization.

 

The event was made possible in part by the generous support of premier sponsors The Moore, Haute Living, Brand Drivers, and MR Luxury Group.

Special guest Paula Abdul, the award-winning entertainer, choreographer, and philanthropist, joined the celebration to support Childhelp’s mission.

The evening featured a VIP reception, followed by the main program. Event chairs were Lauren and Scott Gilbert and Katrina Peebles, with Host Committee members Amelia Ravelo, Bridget Halanski, Lee Zohlman, Lorelle Reid, Marko Gojanovic, Nadime Castellanos, and Todd Krim.

Proceeds from Miracles in Miami directly support Childhelp’s programs, including the 24/7 Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline.

Photo credit: Sebastian Bednarski.

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About Childhelp: Founded by Sara O’Meara and Yvonne Fedderson in 1959, Childhelp® has brought hope and healing into the lives of nearly 15 million children as a leading national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping abused, neglected and at-risk children. Childhelp’s programs and services include residential treatment, children’s advocacy centers, foster care and adoption, and prevention education. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline serves children and adults nationwide 24/7 through phone, text, and chat. Visit childhelp.org and follow Childhelp at facebook.com/childhelp, Instagram.com/childhelp.