Andy T’s Pumpkin Trot
A recent donation from Andy T’s Pumpkin Trot race is helping victims of domestic violence in Clinton and Shiawassee counties via programs offered by SafeCenter, a non-profit organization formerly known as Relief After Violent Encounter (RAVE).
SafeCenter Executive Director Tonya Avery and SafeCenter Board Chairperson Melinda Motz accepted a check for $2,150 from Andy T’s owner, Andy Todosciuk, and Pumpkin Trot coordinator Dave Fitzpatrick.
The SafeCenter operates a 24-hour Crisis Hotline and provides emergency shelter, legal advocacy and ongoing support for victims of domestic and sexual violence. SafeCenter staff also work with law enforcement, social service agencies, schools and the healthcare community to prevent violence and promote justice for victims. Assistance with housing, food and clothing is available through SafeCenter, along with support groups and prevention and education programming.
Businesses and individuals whose sponsorship dollars from the annual Pumpkin Trot were given to SafeCenter include: Agro-Culture Liquid, Avery Eye Care, Barber’s Floors and More, Boehler’s Greenhouse, CEP Custom Embroidery, Clinton County Farm Bureau, Ferralls Tree Trimming, Fosters Wheel Inn, Harr’s Jewelry, Hitching Post Restaurant, Hub Tire Center, Jackson Jackson & Associates PC, Journey Credit Union, Koenigsknecht Dentistry, Main Street Cafe Inc., Mercantile Bank, Michigan Veneer LTD, Michigan Woods Fibers, Motz Development, Reed Insurance Agency Inc., Ryan’s Roadhouse, Silm Properties (Weichert Realtors), Soil & Water Management Systems, Sparrow Clinton Hospital, Spicer Group, Sundance, The Masters Auto Wash, Uncle John’s Cider Mill.
For information on SafeCenter and its services call (989) 723-9716, or visit http://www.thesafecenter.org/