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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

September 10, 2026By Blog, DVAM, Events
Our theme this year is Taking Root. In the same way trees sustain each other through a network of roots, moving resources where needed most, survivors depend on networks of people and resources to flee the abuse and begin to heal.  Featured EventsCommunity CalendarLearn MoreFeatured Events THURSDAY, OCT 15 Purple…
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Cartober

September 10, 2026By Blog, DVAM
Cartober is a month to share how your used vehicle donation can support nonprofit organizations. We partner with Charitable Adult Rides & Services (CARS) to accept donations of cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, and boats to our mission. Corissa Phillips, our external relations director, recently donated her 23-year-old vehicle to CARS. "I…
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Five Flyer Challenge

September 10, 2026By Blog, DVAM, Events
You've been challenged to print and hang five flyers during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. Remind victims and survivors in our community that advocates are standing by to support them, every hour of the day, every day of the year. Print five copies of our 24-hour hotline tear-sheet flyers…
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Chalk the Walk

September 10, 2026By Blog, DVAM, Events
Write messages rooted in support and awareness on sidewalks in the community! Sidewalks and entryways are your canvas for advocacy during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. You only need some chalk and some inspiration. Chalk the walk is a great way for schools, faith groups, and small businesses to…
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Purple Thursday 2026

September 10, 2026By Blog, DVAM, Events
October 15 is Purple Thursday, a national day to show support for survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Make plans to wear purple t-shirts, sweaters, pants, ties, and shoes on Thursday, October 15 to identify yourself as an advocate for survivors and call for an end to the abuse. Post…
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Violence is Never Funny

September 8, 2026By Blog
Recent commercials from Callaway, Good Good Golf, and Domino's Pizza have caused controversy and made headlines in the past few weeks.  Callaway & Good Good Golf  The video ad promoting new golf clubs showed Good Good co-founder Garrett Clark running up to golfer Alexis Miestowski as she tried to reach for his club. He angrily shoves…
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Finding Kindness Films in Kentucky

July 22, 2026By Blog, Stories
Lexington and Winchester will be spotlighted in an upcoming episode hosted by Crystal Gayle. (Lexington & Winchester, KY, July 1, 2026) The award-winning uplifting series Finding Kindness, produced by Just Do GOOD Entertainment, is bringing its next episode to the Lexington and Winchester region, highlighting stories of resilience, community, and…
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Food for Thought

July 15, 2026By Blog
Access to nutritious food plays an important role in safety, stability, and long-term wellness after abuse. Survivors of intimate partner abuse face higher risks of food insecurity when fleeing abuse, making access to nutritious meals essential. Daily meal services, cooking workshops, a healthy eating support group, and gardening help residents…
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Expanded Crisis Intervention

July 13, 2026By Blog
Celebrating a new federal grant! A new federal grant of $498,000 over three years from the Office for Victims of Crime will sustain our 24-hour phone-based crisis hotline and expand services to include secure text and chat. Our Certified Domestic Violence Advocates answer at least 4,000 phone calls to our…
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Fashion Takes Flight

July 9, 2026By Blog
Modeling the Mission! A longtime charitable event organized by students at Lexington Catholic High School was paused during the pandemic. This spring, a motivated group of students brought it back with a new vision to support survivors. Emme Peterson, Grace Tibe, and Molly Johnson visited our emergency shelter to learn…
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