Amador County - Soroptimist of Amador contributed $5,600 to Operation Care at their May board meeting to help with vehicle costs for transportation of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. They have also committed to giving an additional $150 per month to offset the cost of fuel and maintenance. The two organizations have formed a team to search for a vehicle and to recruit volunteer drivers. “We have had a significant increase in the number of women and children sheltered at our safe house in 2009/10 versus 2008,” says Lynn Shield, Executive Director of Operation Care. She said they have always provided their clients with vehicle transportation, but the increasing number of adults and children they house coupled with changes in the bus routes has increased these requirements phenomenally. She said they are looking “for a reliable vehicle and some volunteers to drive, so that our small staff can be available for counseling, accompaniment to court, crisis intervention, and community education.” Soroptimist of Amador president Linda Matulich said they have “partnered with Operation Care to help these women and children to overcome their abuse, and to lead healthy and productive lives. This is a project that allows our members to actually become involved with the program, and to possibly even donate their time as drivers.” Ideally, the organizations are looking for a donated vehicle that seats at least six passengers, which would allow them to use Soroptimist’s contribution for maintenance and insurance for a longer period of time. The alternative would be to purchase a used vehicle with the funds. Persons interested in donating a vehicle, making a contribution to the transportation program, or becoming a volunteer driver should contact Lynda Miller at 209-223-2897. All drivers will be subject to fingerprinting and background check. Soroptimist International is a worldwide organization for women in management and professions, working through service projects to advance human rights and the status of women. Operation Care, a non-profit organization founded in 1980 provides domestic violence and sexual assault support services, crisis intervention and education to our community. A TSPN TV Report This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Wednesday, 23 June 2010 06:11
Soroptimist of Amador Contributes $5,600 to Operation Care
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Amador County - Soroptimist of Amador contributed $5,600 to Operation Care at their May board meeting to help with vehicle costs for transportation of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. They have also committed to giving an additional $150 per month to offset the cost of fuel and maintenance. The two organizations have formed a team to search for a vehicle and to recruit volunteer drivers. “We have had a significant increase in the number of women and children sheltered at our safe house in 2009/10 versus 2008,” says Lynn Shield, Executive Director of Operation Care. She said they have always provided their clients with vehicle transportation, but the increasing number of adults and children they house coupled with changes in the bus routes has increased these requirements phenomenally. She said they are looking “for a reliable vehicle and some volunteers to drive, so that our small staff can be available for counseling, accompaniment to court, crisis intervention, and community education.” Soroptimist of Amador president Linda Matulich said they have “partnered with Operation Care to help these women and children to overcome their abuse, and to lead healthy and productive lives. This is a project that allows our members to actually become involved with the program, and to possibly even donate their time as drivers.” Ideally, the organizations are looking for a donated vehicle that seats at least six passengers, which would allow them to use Soroptimist’s contribution for maintenance and insurance for a longer period of time. The alternative would be to purchase a used vehicle with the funds. Persons interested in donating a vehicle, making a contribution to the transportation program, or becoming a volunteer driver should contact Lynda Miller at 209-223-2897. All drivers will be subject to fingerprinting and background check. Soroptimist International is a worldwide organization for women in management and professions, working through service projects to advance human rights and the status of women. Operation Care, a non-profit organization founded in 1980 provides domestic violence and sexual assault support services, crisis intervention and education to our community. A TSPN TV Report This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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