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In 2026, the Victorian Tea celebrates with ‘Tea in Spirit’

Dear Caring Friend,

For many years, the Victorian Tea has been a cherished tradition at Hope Grows—a gathering rooted in beauty, connection, and community. It has been a space where caregivers, supporters, and friends could pause, breathe, and be nourished together.

This year, due to limited staffing capacity, we are unable to host the Victorian Tea. While this was not an easy decision, it is one made with intention so that we may continue to focus our energy on what matters most: supporting caregivers and those navigating grief with presence, care, and compassion.

Even without gathering in the same way, the spirit of the Victorian Tea can still live on this year. We invite you to be part of this year’s “Tea in Spirit” Fundraising Invitation—a meaningful way to stay connected while directly supporting the mission of Hope Grows.

Through your participation, you help provide Counseling and Emotional Support, Restorative Respite Experiences at the Iris Respite House, Healing Gardens and Nature-Based Care, and Community-Centered programs like The Gathering Table & Legacy  Initiative.

Thank you,

Lisa Story, MSCP, LPC, CT

Founder of Hope Grows

Join us!

Ways to Participate – Consider Mother’s Day – A lot of choices – Hurry and Register! Limited Space!

  • Purchase a High Tea Ticket in honor of the tradition and attend in person at the Iris Respite House & Healing Gardens in Moon Township
  • Enjoy a Tea2Go Box at home (pick up at the Iris Respite House & gather a group)
  • Choose a Flower or Candy Bouquet as an addition to your service
  • Summer Evening House & Garden Tour Raffle (one raffle ticket is included with purchase of tea– consider more entries)
  • Make a general donation or support a specific initiative close to your heart

Each offering is a way of gathering—just in a different form. Your generosity ensures that caregivers and those grieving continue to find moments of rest, connection, and renewal.

Raffle Drawing Includes

(An Evening House & Garden Tour for 4 and includes wine, cheese & scones, guided tour)

There are 3 Drawings – Last Sunday of May, June, & July and the winner(s)select preferred date

(Value $175)

Register Now – Space is Limited!
Ongoing through May-June-July (or pick your month!)

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THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 VICTORIAN TEA SPONSORS

2025 VT sponsors

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Our Emcee: Megan Shinn
We are thrilled to welcome Megan back as our Emcee! She is a proud Emmy and Edward R. Murrow award-winning anchor and journalist whose decade-long career has taken her from coast to coast. She has worked in Oregon, Virginia, Indiana, and now Pittsburgh.

Her passion for news took off in Southern California where she earned a BFA in Television Broadcast Journalism from Chapman University. Megan interned at KNBC and KCBS/ KCAL in Los Angeles, and also worked for ESPN3.

She is happy to call Pittsburgh home now, with her husband and family born and raised here. Most importantly, Megan is passionate about highlighting nonprofits like Hope Grows who are doing good in our community every day.

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Our Keynote Speaker: Kathy Parry, CSP
Prior to launching her own speaking and training business, Kathy was a trainer for a super-regional bank on their merger and acquisition team. In this role, she helped others integrate new technology and transition through organizational transformation.

But it was personal and devastating news about her fourth child that led Ms. Parry to a career where she empowers others to become more resilient and energized. It was this role as a caregiver that led Kathy to her work with senior living and healthcare professionals. She helps professionals plan for resilience to positively move through disruptive circumstances. Attendees leave her sessions with an action list to power-up their lives and create positive mindsets towards change.

Kathy holds degrees in Business and Food Management from Miami University, a Certification in Plant Based Nutrition from T.Colin Campbell Program at eCornell University, and a QualityCare Certification from the Alzheimer’s Association She holds the designation of Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) from the National Speakers Association and speaks at events nationwide. Ms. Parry has authored six books and is the creator of Power UP and Perform course for senior living professionals. She lives in Canton, Ohio. where she enjoys a mild dark chocolate addiction and cooking for hungry friends.