Miami’s notable female philanthropists and community leaders gathered for Chapman Partnership’s 16th annual Take a Walk in Her Shoes Fashion Show and Luncheon at Hotel Colonnade in Coral Gables. The acclaimed fundraiser honored women who elevate the organization and support its mission to create a path to self-sufficiency for those experiencing homelessness.

Trish Bell, Chapman Partnership’s Board Chair Emeritus and Event Honorary Chair, alongside her husband Dan Bell hosted the sold-out event attended by over 350 guests and supporters. This fundraiser generated over $170K to provide life-changing resources for families overcoming housing and food insecurities.

“This event recognizes outstanding philanthropic contributions by an amazing array of female leaders, supporting the Chapman’s mission to wholly support families affected by homelessness,” said Trish Bell.

The luncheon program was emceed by Laurie Jennings and featured a special proclamation delivered by Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava to honor Dr. Evalina Bestman who has devoted her life to serving Miami-Dade County’s most vulnerable residents. In 1974 she founded what is now the Dr. Evalina W. Bestman New Horizons Community Mental Health Center- a vital resource for individuals and families facing mental health challenges, substance use, homelessness, and economic hardships. Dr. Bestman serves as Legacy Board Member and former Executive Committee Member of Chapman Partnership.

Attendees enjoyed a luxe marketplace and Miami Dade College Fashion Institute student-led fashion show as well as inspiring stories from individuals who have benefited from Chapman Partnership’s programs, highlighting the tangible impact of community support. All proceeds go directly to supporting essential services such as shelter, healthcare, job training, and permanent housing for those in need, reinforcing Chapman Partnership’s mission to empower vulnerable individuals and families in Miami.

2026 Take a Walk in Her Shoes
Co-chairs

Brittnie Bassant
Teresa Foxx

2026 Take a Walk in Her Shoes
Honorees

Brigid Cech Samole
Principal shareholder, Greenberg Traurig; Chapman Partnership Board Chair

Emina Cunmulaj-Nazarian
Honorary Consul of Albania to Florida; Founder, Emina’s Hand Foundation

Meg Daly
Founder and Executive Chair, Friends of The Underline

Karen Fryd
Founder and Director, South Florida Youth Foundation

Beth A. Kaplanek RN, BSN, NCPT
Practitioner of Pilates for Rehabilitation

Carley Pina
Real Estate Advisor and Co-Founder, Power Haus Women

Sponsors and Donors

Trish and Dan Bell
Dale Chapman Webb
Baptist Health
MDCPS Foundation
BCI
Greenberg Traurig
Emina’s Hand

About Chapman Partnership

Chapman Partnership was founded in 1995 and operates the largest emergency Homeless Assistance Centers in Miami-Dade County with 800 beds with locations in Downtown Miami and Homestead. For 30 years the nonprofit has provided a comprehensive and innovative “village” of support for unhoused men, women, and children. The support includes housing, meals, health and psychiatric care, wellness programs, employment training and placement, and assistance with securing permanent homes. Aided by generous donors and sponsors, we uplift the unhoused, providing the tools and hope necessary to build a positive, independent future. An award-winning organization, Chapman Partnership is designated as a top ranked four-star charity from nationally recognized nonprofit evaluator Charity Navigator. Chapman Partnership is the private sector partner of the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust. Learn more at www.chapmanpartnership.org.