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Hope’s Door hotline and shelter have been fully operational, 24/7 throughout the NYS PAUSE. All of our counselors, attorneys and other staff have been working remotely, caring for clients, taking on new cases, and raising critical funds to stay operational.
WE are always here for those who need us. And YOU are here for us. You have demonstrated that through your generosity since the pandemic hit NY. We thank you.
We still face a budget gap of $100,000 from canceling our Gala on May 1, and we desperately need Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, but your generosity and continued support has demonstrated that you care, and we are incredibly grateful.
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The LOFT of Westchester
Staff members at The LOFT, like those at Hope’s Door, are working harder than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic. The LOFT is Westchester County’s only center for LGBTQ people, ages 18 and older. The center serves as a safe space for LGBTQ and allied community members to connect with others and find support.
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Pride Month: LGBTQ+ & Domestic Violence Quiz
June is Pride Month. Learn about how domestic violence may affect LGBTQ+ individuals by taking our quiz!
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Hope's Door partners with Stop COVID-19 Special Operations Group to help the Northern Westchester High Risk Reduction Team
On Friday, May 29, Kevin Hansan, Pound Ridge Supervisor, Nicole Engel, Pound Ridge Director of Operations and Emergency Management, and Pound Ridge Police Chief David Ryan received and opened two pallets containing 500 protective face shields that were donated by Amcor, an international manufacturer of packaging solutions.
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Paint Party at the Shelter!
Hope's Door Children's Counselor, Anna, took individual canvases, designed them and had the children at the shelter decorate them to create their very own painted masterpiece. "It gives them something to be proud of," she says. "We had a fun day outside and each child’s painting is uniquely their own, with really vibrant colors and fun decorations!"
Please consider making a donation here, so you can help bring arts and activities to the children in the shelter.
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School is Closed, but STAR is Still Here!
Given the recent announcement that schools will not be re-opening for the remainder of the school year, Hope's Door wants to remind everyone that our STAR program is still here!
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Our prevention team members have curriculum material available for teachers to share with students and are happy to schedule virtual classes to discuss safety in relationships!
If you would like to be given the materials or learn more about the program, please contact Alexa Kauffman.
Follow STAR on Instagram!
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Arthur's Story
After years of physical, financial, and emotional abuse, Arthur decided to leave his boyfriend and move back home. Seeing his distress and sensing his ambivalence about his former partner, his parents researched our services for victims of domestic violence, and were able to convince Arthur to call the Hope’s Door hotline.
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Thank you Kristen Gizzi, Melissa Szot, and Cecily Tyler for each holding FB fundraisers to benefit Hope’s Door! We are so grateful to you!
Join our community of support by:
Attending upcoming Hope’s Door virtual events, Following us on our social media channels or Donating to Hope’s Door
Want to share the importance of Hope’s Door programs and services with your network and inspire others to make a donation? Try these ideas...
- Start a personal fundraiser to benefit Hope's Door, in honor of a birthday, graduation or anniversary.
- Host a virtual cocktail party or dinner party with Hope’s Door as your honoree.
- Share a skill or talent virtually and collect donations for Hope’s Door.
- Volunteer your sound/video tech skills for our upcoming virtual event.
Whatever you decide to do, we can help you set it up and provide a speaker, if you like. Let’s work together to spread the good news about Hope’s Door!
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If you haven’t yet made a donation to support Hope’s Door, please consider doing so now.
Hope’s Door clients can find a way out – thanks to you and your remarkable commitment to the women, children and men who face surging incidents of domestic violence while trapped at home with their abuser.
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Thank You to Our Generous Corporate Sponsors!
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