Mutual Ground http://mutualground.org a shelter from the storm Tue, 21 May 2013 02:51:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 BLOSSOMS OF HOPE 2013 http://mutualground.org/blossoms-of-hope-2013/ http://mutualground.org/blossoms-of-hope-2013/#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:20:31 +0000 admin http://mutualground.org/?p=1375

 

Thank you to our Sponsors, Auction Donors and Guests. The 2013 Gala was wonderful. 

 

Presenting Sponsor

Grand Benefactor Sponsors

Benefactor Sponsors

Champion Sponsors



 

Table Sponsors

SHAW, JACOBS, GOOSTREE & ASSOCIATES, PC

WELDSTAR

RJ KUHN PLUMBING & HEATING

CARDINAL HEALTH


Graphic Design Sponsor

Fairel Anne Design, Ltd.

 

 

 

Dear Friends,

Mutual Ground helps victims of domestic violence and sexual assault become survivors. Every program and service they provide is free. However, it costs money to provide these services. Fundraising events are necessary to bridge the gap between expenses and income shortfalls. Blossoms of Hope is a celebration—a celebration of what Mutual Ground has done—and what it can do when individuals and companies join forces together. People support Mutual Ground because they care about our community, because they have known abuse themselves or because they live in homes that are loving and safe. Thank you for making a difference.

Liza Johnsen & Heather Schmidt Benefit Co-Chairsre

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For more information, contact Judy Jacobson at 630-897-0084, jjacobson@mutualground.org

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Are you ready to Walk a Mile in Her Shoes? 

When/Where: Aurora’s Memorial Day Parade; Monday, May 27th, 12 Noon (the parade starts at the corner of River & Benton Sts and goes through downtown Aurora)

Registration: Your $10 registration fee includes a Walk a Mile in Her Shoes T-Shirt and heels to rent!

Click this donate button to register today.




There is an old saying: “You can’t really understand another person’s experience until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes.” Walk a Mile in Her Shoes® asks men to literally walk one mile in women’s high-heeled shoes. It’s not easy walking in these shoes, but it’s fun and it gets the community to talk about something that’s really difficult to talk about: gender relations and sexual violence.

Sponsored by

Aurora Cares,    Aurora YWCA,   Mutual Ground

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Mutual Ground’s 6th Annual Walk  fundraiser to raise awareness about the crimes of domestic violence and sexual assault and raise money to help victims become survivors.

Fabyan Forest Preserve, Geneva IL

A 5K walk down the scenic Fox River. Refreshments, entertainment, children’s activities. Just raise $100 to earn the 2013 t-shirt.

  • Walk with us to remember those whose lives were cut short by domestic violence.

  • Walk with us to honor victims whose lives were forever changed by domestic violence or sexual asault.

  • Raise money help victims who have yet to seek help.

Ready to  get started? Here’s the link:

http://www.firstgiving.com/mutualground/walk-for-hope-2013

 

SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES

Would you like to see your company/organization be on the banner/participant t-shirts? Download the packet to get started: WalkSponsor Packet

For more information, contact Michelle Meyer at mmeyer@mutualground.org or 630-897-0084.

 

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Try them–you will like them!  As Steve S. told us: ” I ordered some coffee cakes– they were delivered fast and they are really GREAT!”

 

 

 Click here: www.coffeecakeconnection.com/fundraiser/mutualground


 

 

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With your support, we can give them SAFETY, STABILITY  and HOPE.

Can we count on you to help the next family that comes to our door?

Just click on the Donate button.

This gift may be made in memory or in honor.
Please include the details so that we send an acknowledgement of your gift.
]]> http://mutualground.org/give-to-mutual-ground/feed/ 0 BEHIND THESE WALLS http://mutualground.org/behind-these-walls/ http://mutualground.org/behind-these-walls/#comments Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:18:14 +0000 admin http://mutualground.org/?p=1199

Have you ever wondered about what goes on at Mutual Ground? Have you ever thought that you’d llike to take a tour of the building?

Would you like get more involved with Mutual Ground?

Behind These Walls is a new program inviting you to come visit Mutual Ground. In less than an hour you will  tour  the building and learn about our many programs and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.  We’ll offer ways you might help us.  Come yourself or with colleagues or friends. The visit is free and open to adults who are interested in learning more about Mutual Ground.

Dates to come!

 

 

 

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