WoMen’s Rural Advocacy Programs

WRAP provides free and confidential services to victims of domestic abuse and their children in the counties of Lyon, Lincoln, Redwood & Yellow Medicine.

[WoMen’s Rural Advocacy Programs @WomenPrograms]

WRAP is hiring for a Regional Domestic Violence Advocate. Full job description available on Indeed: https://t.co/3c0bys5I44

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WRAP would like to say a huge Thank You to Edina Realty of Marshall, MN. Edina Realty selected WRAP as a recipient of a large financial donation. WRAP appreciates your support in the mission we serve.

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Thank you @UWSWMN for being such a great supporter of our mission! We are lucky to have you in Southwest Minnesota!

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WE REMEMBER:
Amanda Jo Vangrinsven
Age 32
Isanti County
August 5, 2021

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WRAP is seeking companies, organizations, groups, churches, and/or individuals interested in sponsoring and creating prize baskets to be auctioned during our online event.
The sponsorship deadline is Sept. 20th.
Please email [email protected] or call 507-532-2350 option 6

[WoMen’s Rural Advocacy Programs @WomenPrograms]

JOIN US
AUG. 26th @ 6:30pm Via ZOOM

WRAP is offering a virtual support group to survivors of domestic, sexual, and relationship violence. RSVP: [email protected]

[The Minnesota Star Tribune @StarTribune]

St. Paul-based nonprofit Casa de Esperanza, which for nearly 40 years has worked to end domestic violence in Minnesota and nationwide, is changing its name to Esperanza United. https://t.co/yAUOWzNTgm

[KARE 11 @kare11]

Talking about anti-domestic violence advocacy work after the killing of America Thayer, and the importance of intervening when you suspect someone is the victim of abuse.
https://t.co/FNZQ0vqDVe

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WE REMEMBER:
Kelly Jo Marie Kocurek
Age 36
Hastings, MN
May 23, 2021

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Congrats to another one of our wonderful Interns. Ashley is walking away from her internship with WRAP extremely hireable. We were so lucky to have her with us for 400 hours! Best of luck on your next adventure. -WRAP

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Thank you Sandy and all the members at First United Methodist Church of Redwood Falls, MN for the mass donation of essential items to help victims in need. WRAP appreciates your support towards the mission we serve.

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WE REMEMBER
America Mafalda Thayer
Age 55
Shakopee
July 28, 2021
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America Mafalda Thayer, 55, was killed by her boyfriend, Alexis Saborit, 42, in Shakopee on July 28. Saborit stabbed and decapitated America on the afternoon of the 28th.

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WRAP Needs YOUR Help!
VOCA Day of Action: TODAY, June 8th, 2021

Contact Senate Majority Leader Schumer and Senate Minority Leader McConnell, and tell them to bring VOCA to the floor for a vote!

#VOCAFix #Crisis4Victims

@SenSchumer @LeaderMcConnell !!!

[Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan @LtGovFlanagan]

Safia Khan was an instrumental force behind passing the historic Healthy Start Act, and she continues to bring good policy to the table to serve Minnesotans, including those who are incarcerated. I'm incredibly grateful to have Safia on our team. https://t.co/wE1HFuUYoA

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WE REMEMBER:
KRISTEN ANNBICKING
MINNESOTA'S 10TH CONFIRMED VICTIM OF INTIMATE PARTNER HOMICIDE IN 2021

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Making the decision to start over is overwhelming and can feel paralyzing. But when a client is ready, we at WRAP are ready to help & make that happen. Thanks to our gracious donors, we are able to fully stock homes for families who are seeking safety and a fresh new start.

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DID YOU KNOW:
1 in 5 U.S. adults experience a mental health condition each year. That includes individuals from every culture, community or background. #NotAlone #MMHAM

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Help your favorite causes SpringForwardMN May 1-11
Save the dates: GiveMN will be hosting a statewide giving campaign on May 1-11 to help Minnesota nonprofits and schools power what comes next. #SpringFowardMN

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Rent Help MN is now open! If you or someone you know needs help with rent and/or bills, please share this information.
The 211 helpline has dedicated multilingual staff available to answer questions from 8am to 8pm Monday through Saturday.
To apply visit https://t.co/bWnv92m0Gf