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Sep 11 2019

Hope for a Better Tomorrow in East County

By Dana Bristol-Smith With tears in her eyes, she said, "I just want to say thank you. I know that I was meant to be here. I know that we are all meant to be here." Those were the words of one of the women who came to our very first class in El Cajon. Her gratitude was felt by all. I'm always … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Homelessness, Women's Empowerment

Dec 30 2016

A Personal Thank You Message

Dear Friends, Thank you to all of you who give of your time, your talents and treasure for causes you believe in. What we do together to make our communities better and safer for all is even more important today than it was yesterday. It’s a difficult time right now with the uncertainty in our … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Homelessness, Video, Women's Empowerment · Tagged: philanthropy, Women's empowerment

Jun 08 2015

Confidence Gets Results

The results are in and they are impressive. In a recent Leap to Confidence class followup, the women reported that 75 percent had scheduled at least one interview, 94 percent had updated their resume, and 56 percent had gotten a job! With a generous grant from Walmart Foundation, this program was … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Graduate Stories, Grant Announcement, Homelessness, Inspiration, Women's Empowerment

Oct 30 2014

Why I Started Leap to Success

By teaching public speaking skills and seeing the difference that building confidence made for women inside of corporations, I wanted to help women who had lost their confidence and lost their way in life. That led me to work with domestic violence survivors and homeless women and it has changed my … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Homelessness, Inspiration, Public Speaking, Video, Women's Empowerment · Tagged: confidence, domestic violence, homelessness, inspiration, public speaking, Women's empowerment

Sep 09 2014

Women Overcome Domestic Violence, Homelessness with Grant Award

September 9, 2014 (SAN DIEGO) Hundreds more women affected by domestic violence and homelessness in San Diego County will have the chance to transform their lives with the help of a three year grant from the Issa Family Foundation supporting Leap to Success. With the generous support of $150,000 … [Read more...]

Written by Dana Bristol-Smith · Categorized: Domestic Violence, Grant Announcement, Homelessness, Women's Empowerment · Tagged: domestic violence, grant funding, homelessness, Women's empowerment

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When a woman walks through our doors, she comes bearing a story of survival, strength, and quiet courage. Camie, a 39-year-old single mother and survivor of domestic abuse, found herself at a crossroads. She signed up for Leap to Confidence, unsure of what came next, but she was determined to find out. The program gave Camie purpose and space to reflect, to dig deep, and to begin again.

Camie shares, “This program is like a breath of fresh air when you didn’t know you needed it. It’s like oxygen when you didn’t know you were short of breath. I’m getting to know myself, accepting what I’ve been through. I know I’m gonna be okay. I can be a confident woman who’s gonna be successful. Every week I feel a little bit stronger.”

Many of the women we serve are survivors of domestic abuse. So, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a handful of our generous donors have established a matching empowerment fund of $50,000 to raise money to EMPOWER 100 WOMEN on the next part of their healing journey.

Together, we're not just raising awareness. We're rebuilding a woman's belief in herself. Thank you for standing with us, walking beside survivors, and inspiring them to chase after their greatest potential. To empower women like Camie, click here: givebutter.com/100women
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When a woman walks through our doors, she comes bearing a story of survival, strength, and quiet courage. Camie, a 39-year-old single mother and survivor of domestic abuse, found herself at a crossroads. She signed up for Leap to Confidence, unsure of what came next, but she was determined to find out. The program gave Camie purpose and space to reflect, to dig deep, and to begin again.
 
Camie shares, “This program is like a breath of fresh air when you didn’t know you needed it. It’s like oxygen when you didn’t know you were short of breath. I’m getting to know myself, accepting what I’ve been through. I know I’m gonna be okay. I can be a confident woman who’s gonna be successful. Every week I feel a little bit stronger.”

Many of the women we serve are survivors of domestic abuse. So, in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a handful of our generous donors have established a matching empowerment fund of $50,000 to raise money to EMPOWER 100 WOMEN on the next part of their healing journey. 

Together, were not just raising awareness. Were rebuilding a womans belief in herself. Thank you for standing with us, walking beside survivors, and inspiring them to chase after their greatest potential. To empower women like Camie, click here: https://givebutter.com/100women
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Stop in today at Tinleaf Fresh Kitchen for a delicious way to support the Community Resource Center during Domestic Violence Awareness Month! They’re partnering with Tinleaf for a Dine-to-Donate event. Mention CRC at checkout, and 10% of your purchase will be donated to CRC!

Please share! See you there! Your support helps CRC provide vital services to those facing hunger, homelessness, and hurt. Please share. Thank you for your support!

Tinleaf Fresh Kitchen
Thursday, October 16 (All Day!)
6985 El Camino Real #108, Carlsbad, CA, 92009

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