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Legacy Giving Q & A

Domestic violence is a large and complex issue. Planning for the future is as necessary as addressing it today. Legacy giving is a smart financial move for you and a life-changing gift for survivors of domestic violence.

Myths & Facts About Restraining Orders

There are a variety of reasons that a survivor might have against filing a restraining order. Survivors are the best experts of their situations, and it is their right to choose how they want to move forward.

Voices of PAVE

May 15, 2020

Written by Molly Pistrang (REACH’s Youth Education Specialist) with Nicole Jacobs Marques, Joe Zeitouny, Carmen Serrato, Anna Kraffmiller,

It’s Ok Not to be Ok – Especially Right Now

April 30, 2020

By Mikaela Calcagni If you are like me, you have been spending more time scrolling through social media

To Our Dedicated Volunteers

April 23, 2020

Each year in April we have the opportunity to celebrate our dedicated volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week.

Thoughts on Collective Trauma in the Wake of COVID-19

April 10, 2020

A profound and meaningful loss of control. I’ve written this definition of trauma on white boards and easels,

7 Ways You Can Support Survivors In Your Community During COVID-19

April 3, 2020

We are living in unprecedented times, surrounded by uncertainty. Last week a wise friend of mine said, “every

Staff Spotlight: Olivia Milne

March 27, 2020

A few weeks ago, REACH welcomed Olivia Milne to the staff as our new Development and Events Associate.

The Work Continues… Differently

March 20, 2020

I am surrounded by my family as we watch for news about the coronavirus and social distancing and

Moving Beyond Awareness During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February 10, 2020

This Teen Dating Violence (TDV) Awareness Month, we’re moving beyond raising awareness. TDV happens in all communities, to

From Coffee to Action: Highlighting the Incredible Work of a Local Leader

January 30, 2020

I often describe my work of community engagement as “supporting the supporters.” We know that not all survivors