YWCA Genesis Director Becky Studebaker spoke to the club on the operation of her agency's assisting individuals who have been victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and Genesis acting as a homeless shelter.
She stressed that money is always in short supply but that, in addition to donations, contributions of materials in-kind are always needed. She is constantly seeking out grant money, as state grants are currently at an all-time low. Drastic cuts in personnel have been necessary during recent months.
She noted that spousal abuse is behavioral in nature, brought on by generational and historical conditions.
The shelter, which serves women, children and men, is open 365 days a year. She added that on average, a woman leaves a man seven to nine times before leaving him "for good." Rotarians were invited to visit the facility and Becky thanked the club for its check contribution from the Quiz Bowl fundraiser.
A group photo taken on May 25th for Executive Shelley Rhoades' last day. WE WILL MISS YOU SHELLEY!!!!
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