Amazing!!! Look at that goal - it's so tiny now compared to where we are thanks to you generous souls! Thank you, thank you! Safe Passage is stronger than ever thanks to your selfless contributions. Now if my running were as strong as this fundraising thing.
Welcome to my Hot Chocolate Run fundraising page! I really appreciate you stopping by. Please don't spend too long orienting yourself to the photo of my children. It's what happens when I take a sideways image with my phone. Just keep reading.
So what's it all about, Alfie? (Thanks, Burt Bacharach.)
On December 7, I'll be running to keep warm in the 11th Annual Hot Chocolate Run. Sure, I'll be trying to finish close to my personal best time of last year. But since last year's race was the last time I ran, I'm holding my body to no promises.
This great event raises funds for Safe Passage, the organization addressing domestic violence in Hampshire County.
Why is it important that you join me in supporting Safe Passage?
Every day, Safe Passage helps survivors of domestic violence take steps towards a brighter and safer future. Some of these steps are easier, and some are harder. Every step is important.
Jaime worked for Safe Passage back when it was Necessities/Necesidades. We know the selfless folks who provide this work and also some of the now-thriving people who have benefited.
What's the most incredible part to me is how Safe Passage has made it through bleak times and done so without ever losing sight of the women and families that they serve.
They know how to stretch a dollar to provide crucial services but they still need our help.
Here are some ways Safe Passage will put your gift to work:
$30: Resources, support and hope for a woman calling the 24-hour hotline
$55: A survivor's first counseling session. For many of Safe Passage's clients, this is the first time they've felt heard. It's the first time in years that they've felt hopeful.
$120: A drop-in support group session for survivors of domestic violence
$225: Information, advice and support for a survivor facing a divorce or custody dispute
$500: Healing counseling for a child who has witnessed violence
All contributions are tax-deductible, and you’ll receive an emailed receipt immediately after you donate.
You can make a difference for families affected by domestic violence. I hope you’ll join me!
Thank you so much for your support! If you want to register for the event or learn more about it, visit http://hotchocolaterun.com.
Hot Chocolate Run 2014: Step Up for Safe Passage!
Every day, Safe Passage helps women and children take steps towards a brighter and safer future. Some of these steps are easier, and some are harder. Every step is important.
Take a step towards helping families affected by domestic violence. Make a donation to a participant who is
Stepping Up for Safe Passage!
Safe Passage is the organization in Hampshire County building safety, hope and justice for families who have lived with domestic violence. Adults and kids come to Safe Passage for a variety of programs: an emergency shelter, counseling and support groups, legal advocacy, and so much more. We also work to prevent domestic violence before it happens through our community engagement programs. We hope you'll join us in our work by making a donation! Learn more at our
website.