What an exciting morning I've had!
I just finished a conversation with the Treasurer of Sarah Speaks Up. We've been discussing the projected 5 year budget for the Veterans For Victims Program. This, paired with the Planning Committee's ongoing meetings and creation of protocols, has had us all very busy. It might sound pretty boring, but when you're blessed with the opportunity to witness your vision come to life with such a talented group of people, it's nothing short of a miracle. The bigger picture is most definitely in sight and we are moving forward with determination and purpose!
The goal of the program is simple. We want to effect a positive change in both the domestic violence survivor's community and the Veterans community.
Veterans For Victims Mission Statement:
To encourage, empower, strengthen and support domestic violence survivors to Speak Up by connecting them with a military veteran, escorting them to and from court when facing their abuser.
What's so exciting to me about this program is that we are creating something that helps two communities at once. Both groups of people combined have the highest rate of PTSD in our society. They both understand trauma and survival. Love is a common theme for all, whether it be love of country or love of a significant other. And unfortunately, both DV Victims and Veterans have paid the ultimate price for that love.
One of my favorite takeaways from today's conversation was that we could potentially create upwards of 3,000 per diem jobs for veterans in our community while supporting roughly 900 survivors in their time of need. Talk about a win win!
How can you help? Well, it's simple. Participate in the fundraisers, donate your time or money, share this post and others from Sarah Speaks Up, and talk to friends, family members and coworkers about this program. Anything to create awareness!
Our next fundraiser is March 29 from 5 PM to 9 PM at Moe's Southwest Grill, 3145 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT. 15% of sales from that evening will be donated to Sarah Speaks Up. In order to receive that percentage all customers must show the coupon attached to this post. Please come join us for some good food to support a great cause!
As always, thanks for your love and support!
Love, Light & Blessings,
~Sarah Gallardo
