Center for Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Survivors

On December 18th, the Revolution group met at the Center for their monthly meeting and Christmas party. Each member brought a dozen homemade cookies and then used a mixture of these to prepare a four dozen cookie package. This package was then delivered to the Sam and Alyssa Hogeland family, who bid on it at the Summer Sizzle. Along with four dozen Christmas cookies, the package also included Christmas Caroling, sung by the Revolution members. After singing “Jingle Bells”, “Silent Night”, and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”, the Revolution group was thanked by the Hogeland family and made their way back to the Center. “Cookies & Caroling” was a great way for the Revolution members to be active during the Christmas season, and the group really enjoyed the chance to spread the Christmas spirit with others!

This year’s Christmas Gift Drive was a great success!!! We gathered gifts for 35 families! And the Revolution members volunteered their time to wrap the gifts. It is such a rewarding experience knowing that you are making someone else’s Christmas a little bit brighter. Thanks to all those who donated their time, money, and gifts! We couldn’t have done it without you!

We would like to send out a big thank you to all those that have donated items AND time to the Center. Without your continued support we would not be where we are today. The Center would also like to thank those families who donated gifts and money for the Christmas Gift Drive and those who donated their time to wrap the gifts. Without these wonderful people, we would not be able to help those in need.

Now that the Christmas season is here, it is time to wrap presents! Every year the Center provides Christmas presents for the women and children that they serve, and this year the Revolution members are busy slaving away wrapping them!

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, call Abbie T. or Erin at the Center @ 402-564-2155.

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

We want to find the volunteer opportunity that is the best fit for your skills, interests, and schedule.  Whether you are a student, retiree or anywhere in between, we would love to have you on our team!  Training and support are provided.

Hotline Advocates:

We are looking for good listeners.  You will respond to crisis calls when the office is closed from your phone, providing first response to clients in crisis.  THis position involves some direct contact with clients.  A flexible schedule is available.  Training and support are provided.

On-Call Childcare:

When staff meet with a mother in crisis on the weekend, a volunteer is occasionally needed to watch the client’s children at the office.  Volunteer on-call is for one weekend at a time.

Winterization:

Scooping walks, plastic on shelter windows, seasonal cleaning

Sexual Assault Awareness Month:

Volunteers needed to set up clothesline display in service area.  Distribute agency brochures and sexual assault awareness information.  Assist with vigil and preparation.  There are many ways to be involved with this important month.

Summer Sizzle Fundraiser Help:

Calling organizations to ask for donations for our silent auction.  Can be done from home or our office.

Cleaning supplies: ANY cleaning supplies would be greatly appreciated

Personal care items: Toothpaste & brushes, feminine hygiene products, deodorant, hair brushes, baby wipes, diapers (especially size 4, 5, and 6) and toilet paper

Food items: Spaghetti sauce/pasta, cereal, applesauce, bottled juice,  granola bars, applesauce, peanut butter/jelly, canned tuna, canned fruit, canned vegetables, coffee & tea, flour & sugar

Misc. items: Batteries (AAA, AA, 9 volt), light bulbs, ziploc bags, kitchen trash bags, foil, plastic wrap, gift cards for Walmart, SuperSaver, etc., Rubbermaid totes with lids.

The next time you are shopping throw a couple of extra items in the cart. We accept donations at the office anytime. We appreciate your support!