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Help Support View Sponsorship Opportunities Below Want to sponsor Let's Dance? Your support as an event sponsor shows our community members that you stand with us against domestic and part ner violence. DOVE’s signature fundraising events are not just about raising the critical funds for our programs and services. Events are also an opportunity for us to showcase the work we do, inviting new members to join us in the fight to end domestic and partner violence. Purchase a Sponsorship Click on the image to view PDF Please let us know any seating preferences in the Comments section of the form. This is a 21+ event Let's Dance Home Page Your support truly matters, makes a difference, and saves lives. Be inspired by our program Support survivors Can't wait to see you there! Be inspired by our program 1/7

STOCK DONATIONS & QCDs DOVE is excited to announce that we have expanded the way you can support survivors and contribute to the fight against domestic violence. Individuals are now able to make stock donations or qualified charitable donations (QCDs) from an IRA. Please contact us at development@dovema.org for more information! For those working directly with their investment company, please use the following information when transferring the stocks or funds. LPL’s DTC # = 0075 Account # = 32883801 Account registration = DOVE A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION GENERAL FUND Contact Us Thank You For Making A Difference In Our Lives! Anchor Stock Donation - Contact Us

Ashlee Carter, Ph.D. Board Clerk Interim Associate Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator, University of Massachusetts Boston Ashlee Carter (she/her), Ph.D. currently serves as the Interim Associate Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator at University of Massachusetts Boston. Throughout her career in higher education, she has garnered an array of experience, in areas such as student support services, alcohol and other drug education and prevention, student conduct, sexual misconduct, and student health and wellness. For many years, she has worked within the area of Title IX, ensuring compliance with federal and state statutes, providing prevention and educational measures to the campus community, and investigating allegations of sex or gender-based discrimination and harassment. Ashlee earned a Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership, Management, and Policy from Seton Hall University, an MS in Higher Education Administration from Drexel University, and a BA in Public Relations from the University of Hartford. She has presented her dissertation research; Reducing Sexual Victimization on College Campuses: The Impact of a College-Level Sex Education Course at the National Sexual Health Conference, and internationally at the 24th Congress of the World Association of Sexual Health. Ashlee’s passion for sexual and domestic violence advocacy, education, and prevention began during her time as an undergraduate student and has continued as her life has progressed personally and professionally. Previously, Ashlee volunteered as an advocate for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors with a non-profit organization in New Hampshire, where she is originally from, and is looking forward to continuing to support survivors by being a part of the Board of Directors at DOVE. Back to Board of Directors

LGBTQIA+ Educational Resources DOVE LGBTQIA+ Brochure LGBQ/T Power and Control Wheel Contextualizing Domestic Violence from an LGBT/Q Perspective Language for Advocates, Counselors, and Practitioners in the Anti-Sexual Violence Movement Gender Neutral Pronouns Some Do’s and Don’ts for Working with LGBQ/T Folks Trans 101 – The Basics (Video) National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey: An Overview of 2010 Findings By Sexual Orientation Safety Planning: A Guide for Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Individuals who are experiencing intimate partner violence View More Resources

MAKE A DIFFERENCE SO MANY WAYS TO ENGAGE WITH DOVE! Host an Event A fundraising drive or event is a great way to bring together a group of people to support DOVE! CONTACT US Lunch & Learn Host a Lunch & Learn or other activity in your workplace or social setting! Participants come together for a three-hour event where they can eat lunch, have a DOVE staff person come speak about DOVE’s programs & put together personal care bags for survivors. CONTACT US Host a Friendraiser Host a get-together in your home or at a local restaurant and ask attendees to make a donation to DOVE. A DOVE staff will be available to present and answer questions about domestic violence and the work of the organization. CONTACT US Check out our Volunteer Opportunities DOVE offers many opportunities for group and individual volunteering projects. Join us today! View Opportunties Host a Book Club Host a book club or movie discussion centered around domestic violence and DOVE's advocacy in your home, workplace, or other social setting. CONTACT US Workplace Drive Encourage employees or colleagues to collect items on our Essential Items List. DOVE works with workplaces to coordinate drives, including donation pick-ups. CONTACT US Host a Jeans/Hat/Etc. Day at Your Office ​ Volunteer sets up a way for employees make a donation if they choose to ‘dress down’ and wear jeans/hat/etc. These contributions are donated to DOVE and DOVE provides material for an informational table the day of the event. CONTACT US Donate Cell Phone or Device DOVE collects used cell phones to be recycled, with proceeds going directly to DOVE’s client services programs. CONTACT US Attend a DOVE DV Training To raise awareness and prevent domestic violence, DOVE offers trainings, workshops and seminars to law enforcement, health care professionals, schools, businesses, social service providers, religious organizations and the community. LEARN MORE Matching Gifts Many employers match donations. You can easily search for your organization and fill out the necessary form to get your match. SEARCH MATCHING COMPANIES Commemorative or Tribute Gift Remember a loved one or celebrate a special event such as a graduation or a birthday, by making a special gift to DOVE, Inc. in their name. In return, DOVE will send a letter or certificate recognizing your honoree and your kindness. Our certificates also serve as thoughtful wedding or shower favors! DONATE Have other ideas for how to get involved at DOVE? ​ You can always reach out to us at development@dovema.org !

Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) 2023 Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) started as a "Day of Unity" in 1981 to connect advocates and survivors across the country who were working to end domestic and intimate partner violence. Eventually recognition started building on local, state, and nationwide levels. In October 1987, the first DVAM was celebrated and is now an important month for all service organizations across the country. DOVE is so excited to connect with our community in raising awareness throughout the month. We have so much planned and there are so many ways to get involved! Buy A DVAM Lawn Sign! We'll keep updating this next section of the website every day to correspond with our calendar! (Click on squares for more details) DOVE is honored to celebrate Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October. We hope you can join us in celebrating and raising awareness of this important issue. For just $45, you can have a beautifully designed lawn sign, with included metal frames, to show your support for DOVE and ending domestic and intimate partner violence in your community. All you need to do is use the payment form to purchase your lawn sign, then follow the instructions in your emailed receipt to coordinate pick-up (at our Community Office) or delivery (within 5 miles of our Community Office) on designated days. DVAM Lawn Sign

Thank You for Supporting Harvesting Hope You raised funds to help us care for survivors so they can thrive; nurture advocates and their work; and plant seeds of change to end domestic and partner violence. We appreciate you and all the support you gave DOVE through Harvesting Hope! Thank you so much to every person who came to the event, participated in the silent auction in person or virtually, donated to the event and in turn, helped fund our programs and services! You helped us raise over $176,000 dollars - all directly going to survivors DOVE serves in our community. ​ Our team is soaking in the generosity and heartwarming connections we've made through this event. ​ Now, we SAVE THE DATE for Let's Dance on May 2, 2024. Support Today Make a Donation Today Your Support For Harvesting Hope Helped Fund Community and Legal Advocates ​ Due to government funding being cut, DOVE was not able to maintain two open advocate positions for immigration and community advocacy. You can help us fund these positions again. Expand Access to Support Groups ​ With limited Community advocates, there are more limitations to the number of support groups we can host. By funding advocates, you provide better access to an expanse of support groups. Help Grow Our Efforts Organizing Survivor Events ​ With your help, advocates created a zoo day and magic show for children served by DOVE, and art-focused therapy for adult survivors. You can help us continue to organize community events for survivors. Thank You To Our Sponsors! Champion of Advocacy Champion Friend Healing Sponsor Advocacy Sponsor Support Sponsor Friend Sponsor First-Time Sponsor Patron Sponsor HH Sponsors Harvesting Hope 2023 Event Committee Jessica Cohen Community E ngagement and Events Manager Sharon Cain Lauren McCallum Elise Tenney Sadie Blanco Communications and Development Associate Mary Christo Robin Moyer Beth Porter Board Vice President Aileen Farrell Cindy Ouellette Sam Arrigal Hannah Marsh Mary Poluikis Not pictured: Stacy Murphy

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Join DOVE at Purchase Tickets to Attend Your support truly matters, makes a difference, and saves lives. Be inspired by our program Support survivors Can't wait to see you there! Be inspired by our program 1/7 Please let us know any seating preferences in the Comments section of the form. This is a 21+ event Let's Dance Home Page

Support Groups All services, including support groups, are free and confidential. To join a support group please call our intake line: 617-770-4065 ext. 300 DOVE’s support groups are 8-weeks long and focused on providing attendees with education around domestic violence while also processing trauma and getting support from others. Each week the group will talk about a topic and gain skills and new understandings. The sessions' themes are as followed: ​ Session 1: Introduction and Types of Abuse Session 2: The Cycle of Violence Session 3: Impact of Domestic Violence on our Bodies Session 4: Safety Planning Session 5: Warning Signs Session 6: Healthy Relationships Session 7: Boundaries and Self-Esteem Session 8: Coping Skills and Self-Care DOVE offers groups at various times in the year specifically for: ​ LGBTQIA+ survivors Parents Chinese survivors For more information on groups at DOVE, please call our intake line: 617-770-4065 ext. 300

Become a DOVE Champion Sponsor As a champion sponsor, you will be approached only once for the entire year, encompassing both of our signature fundraising events. Consolidating your support into a Champion Sponsorship allows you to play a more significant role in driving sustainable change within DOVE’s community. Your commitment as a Champion Sponsor will not only streamline your involvement but also help to set DOVE on a path for sustainable growth and progress towards our mission of ending domestic violence. If you are interested in becoming a Champion Sponsor, please contact Tom Leavitt at tom.leavitt@dovema.org. Learn About Event Sponsorships