Adult Advocate Opening

November 14th, 2008

Adult Advocate

Adult Advocate will provide direct support and advocacy services for adult victims of domestic violence and sexual assault on crisis issues and long term planning. Will also provide support for the women andchildren utilizing the Center’s shelter program.  Includes co-facilitating the Women’s Support Group. 40 hours per week.

Qualifications include the minimum of a bachelor’s degree or two years experience in human services.  Education or experience in domestic violence is preferred and fluency in Spanish is a plus.  Interested candidates please fax or e-mail cover letter, resume, and three references to Amanda at 402-563-1719 or amanda@centerforsurvivors.net.

Chili Fest 2008

October 22nd, 2008

The Chili Fest and Poker Run was a huge success. We had beautiful weather, an awesome band and great food! The Judge’s Choice winner for best chili was Eric Clark from Gambino’s pizza. The People’s Choice winner was mother and son team Debbie and Aaron Adams. Freedom Road provided great music. Just for Kicks dancers provided entertainment and Revolution, Center for Survivors Speaker’s Bureau, entertained the kids with face painting, marble painting and games.

Freedom Road performing at Chili Fest

September 11th, 2008

The band is booked… 

                 

Freedom Road will be entertaining the crowds, rain or shine, with their smooth classic rock sounds of the past.  Pay only $5 bucks to get a heaping bowl of chili, drink, dessert, and admission to the concert!  All proceeds will directly benefit the Center for Survivors programs.

There will be activites for the whole family.  Come join us on Sunday, October 19th!!

2008 Revolution Members

September 10th, 2008

 

          

Our recruitment is complete! There are 21 members of our group that have started training.  We are excited to have all of these dedicated and talented students to provide peer education to surrounding schools.

Revolution Training

September 3rd, 2008

 

Training for our new Revolution members begins this month.  Here are the dates…

Sunday, September 7th - 2-5pm 

Sunday, September 14th -  3:30-5:30pm

Sunday, September 21st -  2-5pm

Sunday, September 28th - 2-5pm

Shower Our Shelter

August 28th, 2008

During Columbus Days 2008 we displayed our Shower Our Shelter donation boat in front of our offices in Columbus.  We received many donations from the community to help stock our Emergency Shelter for families trying to leave domestic violence situations.

October 2008 Fundraiser

July 21st, 2008

Our Annual Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser is set for October 19, 2008.  We are planning a poker run, car show, concert, and of course, our famous Chilli-Cook-Off!  It is going to be a blast!  Check back soon for updates on times and registration information.  

REVOLUTION

July 17th, 2008

We had a great turnout for our Revolution-Speakers Bureau Recruitment Picnic this past July 15th.  Revolution is a grant funded group which strives to inform teens about the dangers of dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.  We also provide education on the characteristics of healthy relationships. If you are between the ages of 14 and 20 and are interested in becoming a member or if you are interested in us doing a performance for your civic group or school for FREE, give us a call at the Center @ 402-564-2155.

Download our brochure or visit our Revolution page for more information.

Annual Garage/Bake Sale

June 11th, 2008

June 28, 2008 from 8:00 - 2:00 pm
We would gladly accept donations of household items, clothing, toys, books, and other misc. items. We will accept items at our office located at 3103 13th Street from 8:00am to 5:00pm. The proceeds from this sale help support programs and services offered at the Center. Please call 402-564-2155 if you have any questions. Thank you so much for your continued support of the Center for Survivors.

Summer Sizzle

June 11th, 2008

Center for Survivors Board of Directors Presents:
The Third Annual Summer Sizzle
“Poolside Party”
Friday, June 13, 2008 from 6:00 to Midnight
at the Elks Country Club with Dinner and Dancing
Music and Entertainment provided by Cruisin’

Please call the Center for Survivors at 564-2155 for tickets and more information.
Thank you for your support!