COMMITMENT TO CHARITY: Spotlight on National Domestic Violence Month

In thinking about how I wanted to diversify my blog, I wanted to connect all of the things that I was passionate about and as a result of my involvement with the Urban League, community service and charity are definitely at the top of my list.

October is dedicated to two issues that have affected in one way or another: breast cancer and domestic violence.

Did you know that.....

• One in four women will be the victim of domestic violence at some point during her life ?


• On average, three women are killed every day in the U.S. at the hands of a current or former intimate partner ?

In recognition of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, there are two organized events/initiatives that you should definitely add to your PDA.

WHW Web Honors Jordan’s 8 Restaurant with “DC’s Top Spot” Award and Raises Funds for Women Empowered Against Violence October 13 at Jordan’s 8, Capitol Hill

WHW is pleased to partner with WEAVE (Women Empowered Against Violence) to raise awareness and funding for domestic abuse victims. A diverse group of professionals and entrepreneurs will converge over eclectic grooves, cocktails, and complimentary sushi as WHW Web hosts “Sushi Social”: an evening of elegance, excellence and purpose, on Wednesday, October 13 from 7pm to 9pm at Jordan’s 8 Restaurant in Capitol Hill.

WEAVE works closely with adult and teen survivors of relationship violence and abuse, providing an innovative range of legal, counseling, economic and educational services that leads survivors to utilize their inner and community resources, achieve safety for themselves and their children, and live empowered lives. Staff members of WEAVE will be at the event to share information about the organization and its services.


Half of all ticket sales will benefit WEAVE. Additionally, when attendees order a “What’s Hot Washington Apple”, Jordan’s 8 will donate half of the proceeds from the cocktail to WEAVE.

For more information on WHW, WEAVE, or Jordan's 8, please visit the official WHW website by clicking here. You can purchase tickets and/or RSVP for “Sushi Social” at http://sushisocial.eventbrite.com/.

Shop at Macy’s and Support the Family Violence Prevention Fund on October 16

Macy’s and the Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF) are teaming up during Domestic Violence Awareness Month for Shop for a Cause – a special one-day shopping event designed by Macy's for local non-profits to use as a fundraiser for their organizations. Each year, Macy's stores from acrsos the country open their doors to thousands of organizations participating in raising several million dollars in unrestricted revenue for local programs and this year Family Violence Prevention Fund is a national beneficiary!

Shoppers can buy a $5.00 savings pass from the FVPF and receive 20% (or 10%) savings* on almost all of their purchases, including regular, sale and clearance merchandise*, and 25%* off a single purchase on Saturday, October 16th.

Here's the deal:

• When you purchase a ticket from FVPF, one hundred percent of the ticket price benefits Family Violence Prevention Fund. If you choose to purchase a ticket in store on October 16th, a portion of the proceeds will also benefit FVPF.
  


• By purchasing a $5 shopping pass you are eligible to receive special savings on select merchandise throughout the store in addition to regular and sale merchandise specials. The October 16th, all day limited exclusion savings pass includes:
  
  **20% off* all sale & clearance and select regular-priced women’s, men’s and kids’ apparel and accessories, fine and fashion jewelry, frames, bed & bath items, housewares, luggage and china.
  
  **10%* off sale & clearance and select regular-priced furniture, mattresses and area rugs, electrics and electronics
  
  **25%* off any single regular, sale or clearance fashion item for the entire family including accessories; plus selections for your home.


• Customers will also be eligible to win a $500 gift card, no purchase necessary.

Shop for a Cause is an easy way to support the Family Violence Prevention Fund while gaining access to great shopping benefits! To purchase tickets, contact Sasanna Yee at 415-252-8900. For more information on this initiative or the Family Violence Prevention Fund, visit http://www.endabuse.org/content/features/detail/1590/.

*Some exclusions apply. Please see shopping pass for details.