Former CEO Pleads Guilty in Shelter Fund Scandal | Gainesville News

Tiffany Carr, former CEO of Florida’s Coalition Against Domestic Violence, got a ten-year probation after pleading no contest to fraud and official misconduct — part of a scandal where she and CFO Patricia Duarte allegedly diverted funds meant for domestic violence shelters. Carr avoided a 35-year sentence by testifying against Duarte, who received eight years probation and 350 hours of community service. Both must repay over $250K and are barred from nonprofit leadership roles — a damning blow to public trust and a stark reminder that accountability matters when taxpayer dollars fund lifesaving services. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wcjb.com/2026/09/15/former-fl-coalition-against-domestic-violence-ceo-sentenced-probation-fraud-case/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/03dcd323461fb256 Report issues to [email protected].