Join Us in Fundraising for Esperanza Shelter in Santa Fe!
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One of our brand pillars is giving back to our community in measurable ways. We have selected the Esperanza Shelter to highlight and fundraise for this fall. Please join us in helping reach our goal of $2,000 to gift the shelter to use as unrestricted funds.
We had initially thought to have only a fall coat drive. However, we learned from our friends working at the shelter, that the biggest need is unrestricted funds. These tax-deductible donations help shelter staff allocate funds for temporary housing, utility bills, and anything else a survivor and family members might need when they leave an untenable situation.
"We are grateful for the many monetary donations we receive, which help Esperanza pay the bills and keep our critical services open. In addition, donations provide emergency funds for survivors who, for example, need bus passes to look for work, need to pay for storage for all their possessions, or pay to get their utilities turned on in a new apartment." - Esperanza Shelter
The RCT real estate team will be participating in the Canyon Road Summer Walk on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m -set up in front of Acosta Strong Gallery where we hope to meet you.
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ABOUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic Violence is a pattern of behavior that establishes power and control over another person often through fear, manipulation, humiliation, isolation, intimidation, the threat of physical violence, and/or the use of physical violence.
Intimate Partner Domestic Violence Comes in Many Forms
Examples of abusive behavior include:
- Emotional Abuse
- Financial Abuse
- Psychological Abuse
- Physical Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Spiritual Abuse
- Technological Abuse
- Verbal Abuse
Domestic Violence is an Alarming Crime and Public Health Problem in our Country and Community
- During the COVID-19 Pandemic, domestic violence incidents in Albuquerque increased by 8%.
- As many as 20% of homicides in 2021 were domestic violence-related, according to the Albuquerque Police Department.
- According to a 2015 report by the New Mexico Coalition of Sexual Assault Program, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 7 men in New Mexico are victims of domestic violence in their lifetime.
- According to the New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence, domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women.
- Only 1 out of 10 incidents of domestic violence are ever reported, according to S.A.F.E House.
Learn more about Esperanza Shelter's services, https://esperanzashelter.org/
