Congratulations to the April 2013 Recipients of $500 worth in FREE Promotional Products!

Veterans Village of San Diego is this week's recipient of the $500 custom products giveaway! They will be hosting a "Stand Down" event in July, 2013 & plan to pick promotional products that will help promote this cause.

A "Stand Down" is a community-based intervention program designed to help the nation's estimated 200,000 homeless veterans "combat" life on the streets. In July, the Veterans Village of San Diego (VVSD) will be hosting this 3-day event. The intent is to help transform the despair and immobility of homelessness for these veterans into the momentum necessary to get into recovery, resolve legal issues, seek employment, access health services and benefits, reconnect with the community and get off the streets.

Upon arrival, the veterans will receive a warm welcome from dozens of volunteers and health care professionals. Many services will be offered during the 3 days including...free breakfast, a clothing tent, showers, barbers, medical & dental staff, counseling sessions, employment and job services, acupuncture and massage therapy, recovery providers, chaplains, and additional information regarding shelters and 12 step meetings.

The Veterans Village provides additional services such as after care programs, ongoing treatment options, and job placement assistance. In their last program year on record, VVSD placed over 300 homeless veterans and over 200 other unemployed veterans into long-term jobs with an average starting wage exceeding $13 per hour.
www.vvsd.net

The Compass Center is a non-profit organization in Sioux Falls, SD that seeks to educate and create a process of change for perpetrators of domestic violence. A variety of services are offered, including:

• Individual counseling.
• Group therapy.
• Advocacy at the hospital, courthouse or police station.
• Assistance with safety planning.
• Help filing protection orders or victims' compensation applications.
• Information, support or assistance in obtaining necessary resources.
• Teen Violence Program.
• Court Watchers Program.
• Play Therapy (Kids 3-12 yrs.).
• Family Violence Project- 25 week program for those who have used violence against a partner or family member-help identify thoughts and turn to alternatives other than violence.

A 24 hr. immediate crisis response team is available for those who need to talk regarding sexual assaults. This includes emotional support, advocacy, information and referrals for survivors of violence and their friends or family. All services are free for survivors and their family or friends.
www.thecompasscenter.org

The California Police Activities League (PAL) is a non-profit organization dedicated to uniting law enforcement and communities by providing programs for children to develop discipline, positive self-image, mutual trust and respect. PAL offers a wide variety of athletic, educational and enrichment programs which allow youth from all around the state of CA to come together to compete, learn and be enlightened in a safe and supervised environment. Many of the children who attend this program come from homes in which finances are tight and budgets are very limited. By allowing children of all financial backgrounds and ethnicities to participate, the PAL program makes a positive difference for everyone. Their goal is to continue to make a strong contribution in reducing juvenile crime & gang participation and as well as encourage safe and positive alternatives for the children of the future. There are approximately 300,000 youth that participate in PAL's programs in California.
www.calpal.org

A non-profit organization that helps approximately 2,400 people a year. The variety of services include a 24 hour domestic abuse shelter, violence counseling for children who have been victims or witnessed crimes, assistance for those who are victims of traumatic events or relationships, women's support groups, support services for runaway and homeless teens, as well as a variety of personalized support and housing for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Their mission is to empower everyone to live and grow to their fullest potential.
www.familyservicesinc.net