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Ypsilanti drag troupe to host Halloween themed benefit shows for Washtenaw County nonprofits
Read full article: Ypsilanti drag troupe to host Halloween themed benefit shows for Washtenaw County nonprofitsBetween Friday, Oct. 29, and Sunday, Oct. 31, the Boylesque Drag will perform at three in-person events around Washtenaw County.
43rd annual rally against sexual violence returns April 1 in Ann Arbor
Read full article: 43rd annual rally against sexual violence returns April 1 in Ann ArborStudents march at the 38th annual Take Back the Night Ann Arbor on April 6, 2016 (Photo: Ruby Wallah)ANN ARBOR – The 43rd annual Take Back the Night Ann Arbor rally and march will take place this year on April 1 on the Diag at the University of Michigan. The annual event is focused on raising awareness of sexual violence and supporting survivors. TBTN Ann Arbor masks will be available at no cost. TBTN Ann Arbor T-shirts can be purchased ahead of time at http://tbtnannarbor.org/store. Following the rally, organizers will lead attendees on a march through the streets of Ann Arbor.
Support Ann Arbor’s SafeHouse Center with this pet photo contest
Read full article: Support Ann Arbor’s SafeHouse Center with this pet photo contestANN ARBOR, Mich. – Make your pet a star and support Ann Arbor’s SafeHouse Center at the same time through the Jelly Bean Jump Up pet photo contest. Until 11 p.m. on Friday, March 5, pet parents around Ann Arbor can submit photos of their favorite furry companion. Submit your favorite pet photo. Pet names will be displayed with their photos, and pet parents can also leave a small blurb about their pet. Submissions are free but community members can help their favorite pet move up in the ranks by buying votes.
Zingerman’s 6th annual fundraiser to benefit SafeHouse goes virtual amid pandemic
Read full article: Zingerman’s 6th annual fundraiser to benefit SafeHouse goes virtual amid pandemicANN ARBOR, Mich. – Zingerman’s Community of Businesses is hosting a virtual dinner Tuesday night to wrap up a month-long fundraiser benefiting SafeHouse Center. The sixth annual Jelly Bean Jump Up will feature a three course meal from Zingerman’s Roadhouse, which participants can order online and pick up before the event. The Jelly Bean Jump Up will take place 7 p.m. Tuesday. Funds raised from Jelly Bean Jump Up will benefit Ann Arbor’s SafeHouse Center, who serves domestic violence and sexual assault survivors in Washtenaw County. Click here to reserve your spot at the sixth annual Jelly Bean Jump Up dinner.
Virtual quilt show to support survivors of domestic violence around Ann Arbor
Read full article: Virtual quilt show to support survivors of domestic violence around Ann ArborANN ARBOR, Mich. On Saturday, SafeHouse Center and The Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild will host a biennial quilt show to benefit survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Through six slideshow galleries, 300 handmade quilts will be displayed for purchase at the Celebrate the Quilt from Home virtual show. In lieu of an admission fee, viewers of the online galleries are asked to donate to SafeHouse Center. All of the proceeds from the quilt purchases will go to SafeHouse Center, an Ann Arbor-based non-profit organization that provides safety, resources and advocacy for survivors of violence and assault. The Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild has been partnering with SafeHouse Center for over 30 years.
Ann Arbor womens shelter: No spike in domestic violence cases during COVID-19 pandemic. Heres why.
Read full article: Ann Arbor womens shelter: No spike in domestic violence cases during COVID-19 pandemic. Heres why.According to Niess-May, the following factors may be contributing to domestic abuse cases not being reported:Fear of calling 911. By using isolation as a method to cut off family and friends, the abusive partner has a greater amount of control in the relationship. Survivors do not have a chance to reach out for support, especially with the stay home order in place. By using isolation as a method to cut off family and friends, the abusive partner has a greater amount of control in the relationship. Once an assailant uses the tactics, survivors learn quickly what the assailant is capable of, and will continue to believe that they could use the tactics.
Help those experiencing homelessness right now in Ann Arbor with these organizations
Read full article: Help those experiencing homelessness right now in Ann Arbor with these organizationsANN ARBOR, Mich. Not sure how to help out individuals experiencing homelessness during the pandemic? These Ann Arbor organizations, communities, shelters and houses of hospitality could use your support. Here is a list of organizations around Ann Arbor helping those experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. Temporary locations include The Red Roof Inn, Ann Arbor Christian Reformed Church, First Baptist Church of Ann Arbor and Calvary United Methodist Church. Read: Volunteers help Hope Clinic provide additional groceries, services to community membersFaith-based organizationsAround Ann Arbor, faith-based organizations have been collecting funds, giftcards, food, items and other forms of support for those experiencing homelessness.
5th annual Purple Run in Ann Arbor to benefit SafeHouse Center
Read full article: 5th annual Purple Run in Ann Arbor to benefit SafeHouse CenterANN ARBOR, Mich. - The University of Michigan Police Department and the Washtenaw County Prosecutor's Office will host the 5th Annual Purple Run on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019This year's race is starting at 9 a.m. at the Duderstat Center, 2281 Bonisteel Boulevard on North Campus. The 5K run/walk is a family event and will once again benefit SafeHouse Center. "We are honored to have the support of our great community partners," Barbara Niess-May, Executive Director of SafeHouse Center said. For more information on the run, visit the Purple Run website. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.