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Purple Thursday

September 24, 2025By Annual Report, Blog
October 16 is Purple Thursday, a national day to show support for survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Participation is easy. Make plans to wear purple t-shirts, sweaters, pants, ties, and shoes on Thursday, October 16 to identify yourself as an advocate for survivors and call for an end to…
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Volunteers Matter

August 20, 2025By Annual Report, Blog, Stories
Time & Talent Michael Watts was first introduced to our organization when his wife discovered the farm while looking for flowers for their church’s garden exchange. He soon began donating to the mission and volunteering to help with big community events like Shop & Share. “I have three sisters, and…
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Arlington Elementary

August 13, 2025By Annual Report, Blog, Stories
Sew Sweet! Fourth and fifth graders at Arlington Elementary lovingly sewed more than 70 teddy bears for children living at our emergency shelter. “Our students learned to hand sew, cut a pattern, stuff their bear, and were so proud of themselves with their finished product,” explains Kristen Blaker, Art Teacher…
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New Survivor Stipend Match

August 11, 2025By Annual Report, Blog, Stories
A new one-time grant from Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government’s Office of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention (OHPI) will support nature-based healing and stability after surviving abuse. Survivors living at the shelter experience the benefits of nature in many ways—from farm walks to nutritious meals. Adult survivors may choose to participate in…
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Lethality Assessment Program

August 7, 2025By Annual Report, Blog, Stories
A new program partnership will offer support in Scott County and Frankfort. A nationally recognized Lethality Assessment Program is expanding to Kentucky, thanks to leadership by ZeroV, the state coalition of domestic violence programs, and Merryman House in Paducah. This evidenced-based strategy developed by the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence…
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House Bill 38

July 31, 2025By Annual Report, Blog, Stories
Mary Ann's Story Continues. Read the first part here. After their phone call, Mary Ann and Representative Tipton began drafting legislation to hold abusers accountable. Their work would become known as HB 38 during this year’s Kentucky General Assembly. She received another call from the congressman after the bill was…
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