You should know...
Domestic Violence and The Super Bowl
Claims that domestic violence escalates on Super Bowl Sunday have been vigorously challenged and currently no hard evidence links the two.
The National Bureau of Economics released a working paper which found that losses in professional football games - specifically when the home team suffers an upset - can lead to an 8% spike in the number of police reports of spousal abuse within a short time of the game.
Parties surrounding sporting events do provide you with a prime opportunity to talk to your friends and family about domestic and sexual violence.
If you or someone you know could benefit from New Hope's services, or for more information about our programs, please call our hotline:
1-800-323-4673
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Our Supporters
A BIG thank you to our community partners, especially:
Trinitarian Congregational Church:
Trinity Congregational Church in Norton made a generous donation to support New Hope.
Union Congregational Church:
Union Congregational Church in East Walpole made a significant donation to support New Hope's shelter program.
Trinity Episcopal Church:
Trinity Episcopal Church in Milford has made a donation towards supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Hill Robers Elementary School:
Friends at Hill Roberts Elementary School in Attleboro donated Valentine's Day Bags for kids and their families in our shelter.
Federated Church:
Federated Church of Norfolk made two generous contributions towards New Hope's services.
Mansfield Women of Today:
The Mansfield Women of Today donated the proceeds from their Holiday Event to New Hope.
Gold Wing Road Riders Association:
The GWRRA made a generous contribution to support our Central Massachusetts shelter program.
First Evangelical Congregational Church:
First Evangelical Congregational Church in Uxbridge made a generous contribution to support New Hope's programs.
Attleboro Council R.&S.M.M.:
This Attleboro law firm made a significant contribution to New Hope's programs and services.
Congratulations!
New Hope congratulates our community partner and supporter, Covidien, for recently being recognized by the Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce and State Representatives Betty Poirier and Jay Barrows as 2009 Business of the Year! Congratulations, Covidien! |
24-hour Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline:
1-800-323-HOPE (4673)
For all other inquiries, please feel free to call our main office:
508-226-4015
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Greetings from New Hope!
Mission: Working to strengthen individuals and families by ending domestic and sexual violence.
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New Hope Invites You to "Be Our Guest" at Beauty & The Beast!
The spectacular Broadway performance of Disney's Beauty & The Beast is coming to The Hanover Theatre in Worcester, and New Hope has some of the best seats in the house!
Tickets are on sale now! Buy your tickets through New Hope for the Saturday, May 1st 2:00 PM show. Proceeds from this fundraiser will support our agency's domestic and sexual violence programs.
New Hope's great seats are in the Orchestra Middle Left and Orchestra Middle Right sections (visit our website for a preview of the view from our seats!).
Buy your ticket today!
The public pays $62.50 for these seats, including taxes and fee.s. New Hope's ticket price is $75.00, which includes a donation to the agency and admission to an exclusive post-show reception for New Hope supporters. This exclusive reception will include a chance to win four Park Hopper passes to Walt Disney World in Florida, fun activities for children and adults, exciting raffles and giveaways & a once-in-a-lifetime experience we guarantee you won't want to miss.
Click here for an order form - or visit our website to purchase your tickets online.
Tickets must be purchased by Monday, March 8th to support New Hope and are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. |
Governor Patrick Signed Sexual Assault / Harassment Restraining Order Law
The "Act to Prevent Harassment" - better known as the sexual assault/harassment restraining order bill - is now law. The bill was enacted by both the House and Senate and signed by Governor Patrick on Thursday, February 9th, 2010.
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law creates a criminally enforceable civil restraining order for
victims of sexual assault and stalking in Massachusetts, closing a gap
in a critical source of protection for these victims.
We applaud the Governor, Lt. Governor, leadership of the bill sponsors, Senator Harriet Chandler and Representative Corey Atkins, longtime supporter Representative Peter Koutoujian, and many House and Senate members who worked to make sure that victims have access to a proven effective tool to help prevent harassment and ensure their safety.
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New Hope Recognized for National Grant
New Hope was recently acknowledged by the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance for being the only agency in the state awarded a grant from the Office for Victims of Crime for their "National Crime Victims Rights Week Community Awareness Project."
This grant supports initiatives across the nation designed to enhance the general public's awareness of crime victims' rights and services, focusing on this year's theme, "Crime Victims' Rights: Fairness. Dignity. Respect."
This initiative has enhanced the ability of more than 350 communities throughout the United States to raise awareness about victims' rights and services among the general public.
National Crime Victims Rights Week is April 18th - April 24th, 2010. New Hope will recognize this week by placing inserts in two local papers that highlight the services provided to crime victims by New Hope and will also be displaying the Clothesline Project in those communities.
For more information on National Crime Victims Rights Week, click here. For more information on New Hope's Clothesline Project, please visit our website. |
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Wine Tasting a Smashing Success!
 Thanks to everyone who attended our Moonlit Beer, Wine and Food Tasting on Saturday, January 30th at Briggs Nursery in North Attleboro. This sold-out event was a huge success!
The generous outpouring of support from our community helped us raise critical funds to sustain our domestic and sexual violence services.
Didn't make it to the January 30th event? Mark your calendar for Saturday, April 24th!
New Hope will be hosting a Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting at the Asa Waters Mansion in Millbury. The evening will feature fine wines, savory cheeses, decadent chocolates and string chamber music provided by musicians of The Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door.
For more information on tickets, sponsorships, or how you can get involved with this event, email us.
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Save the Date!
Here's a list of upcoming New Hope Happenings! Please feel free to email us with any inquiries! March
Monday, March 8th - Deadline to purchase Beauty & The Beast tickets. To purchase tickets, click here or visit New Hope's website.
April
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010- The Clothesline Project: New Hope will present The Clothesline Project at Bristol Community College's Attleboro location. Open to the public.
Friday, April 16th & Saturday, April 17th - The Vagina Monologues: Students at Worcester State College present "The Vagina Monologues" with proceeds to benefit New Hope. April 18th - April 24th - National Crime Victims' Rights WeekSaturday, April 24th, 7:00 PM - Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting: Join New Hope and friends at the elegant and historic Asa Waters Mansion in Millbury for a Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting. String Chamber music provided by musicians of The Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra. Interested in tickets, sponsoring this event or wish to donate an auction or raffle item? Please contact our Development Office. |
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