NEWS

February 3, 2010
Update: 2nd Pampering for a Purpose Night

Our 2nd Pampering for a Purpose Night raised $1351.00. Our event was another sold out event with over 77 in attendance.

Our guests were pampered with massages, manicures, facials makeovers and so much more.  Our 3rd Pampering for a Purpose Night will be in June.  Stay tuned for more details.

January 4, 2010
PROGRESS TO DATE IN OUR FIRST 5 MONTHS OF OPENING:

Beacon of Hope has fielded 127 crisis and resource calls, assisted in placing 27 women into shelters, assisted in placing 8 family pets into safety, hosted (6) group counseling nights, hosted (1) Pampering for a Purpose Night on October 9, hosted our 3rd Live Purse Auction and Luncheon held at the Indianapolis Country Club on November 14 and raised $12,000, our President was a guest speaker on a world wide teleconference call for victims who would need to speak out, raised over $1200 by selling Cookies in a Jar in November and December, our President has been a guest speaker for 15 companies or organizations throughout the community and we recently hosted our first Santa's Surprise at the Center for the women and children we have been serving.

January 4, 2010
LOCAL CHURCH PRESENTS A CHECK TO BEACON OF HOPE FOR $1002.00

A local west side church annually supports a mission of their choice at Christmas time and Beacon of Hope was chosen for the 2nd time in a row.  After the service, Beacon of Hope was presented with a check in the amount of $1002.00 to advance the programs at Beacon of Hope Center for Women, Inc.

January 4, 2010
PAMPERING NIGHT TICKETS NOW ON SALE!!!

Back by popular demand, Beacon of Hope will host their 2nd Pampering for a Purpose night on January 22, 2010 at the Crown Plaza Hotel at the Airport.  Many stations for your pampering pleasure at a cost of only $ 30 (see event page for the flyer).  Please tell all your friends, but don't wait too long, last event, we sold out in 3 weeks.  NOW THAT THE HOLIDAYS ARE OVER,  YOU NEED SOME PAMPERING.

January 4, 2010
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FIRST VISIT FROM SANTA CLAUS TO BEACON OF HOPE WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!!!

On December 19th, Beacon of Hope hosted their first annual Santa Surprise for the women and children who they are serving. A wonderful group of women from Citizen's Gas took Beacon of Hope on as their Christmas project.  As a team effort, they were successful in making 18 children's and 6 women's Christmas brighter this year.  There were toys, a catered lunch, surprises for Beacon of Hope Volunteers and beautiful Christmas decorations. 
 
Note from the President:
 
We are very grateful to all the wonderful women from Citizen's Gas who spent countless hours shopping, wrapping presents, baking cookies, and decorated our Center for the Holiday.  Thank you for making our first Christmas at Beacon of Hope a joyous and memorable one.  The women and children will never forget this.  The smiles on their faces were priceless.
 
God Bless,
Terry Moore, President

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December 2, 2009
FUTURE EVENTS

Beacon of Hope will begin selling Cookies in a Jar for $10.00 each.  They make a wonderful Christmas present for co-workers, friends, teachers or anyone on your list who is hard to buy for. Our goal is to sell 300 in December.  Please contact our office to place your order of M & M’s or Sugar Cookies at 731-6131.
 
The next event for Beacon of Hope is our 2nd Pampering for a Purpose Night on January 22, 2010 from 7 to 10 pm at the Crown Plaza Hotel at the Airport.  In October, we hosted our 1st “Pampering for a Purpose” in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and sold out in the first  2 weeks after making the announcement.  Tickets will go on sale December 14th.  The cost is $30.00 per person.  The cost includes; light snacks, chocolate fountain, manicures, paraffin wax dipping, eye brow arches, neck massages, facial and makeovers sponsored by Arbonne International, Nintendo Wii games, and Karaoke for your singing pleasure. This is a terrific mom/daughter or girlfriend’s night out.
Please call the office at 731-6131 to purchase your tickets.
 
April 24, 2010, we will host our 2nd Annual Hawaiian Beach Party and Buffet.  This year, we will be featuring a live and silent auction, buffet, and dancing.

December 2, 2009
PROGRESS TO DATE

Since opening on July 29, 2009, Beacon of Hope has received over 114 crisis/resource calls, placed over 23 women into shelters, hosted 4 group counseling nights, has been the guest speaker for 12 companies, organizations and Churches.  Beacon of Hope will be launching two new programs in January of 2010.  Stay tuned for more details!!

December 2, 2009
INSPIRING NEWS!!

Beacon of Hope has been chosen for the 2nd year in a row to be a recipient of a local Westside church special mission contribution held on December 9th with our President as guest speaker.  Last year, the local church presented Beacon of Hope with a check in the amount of $1200.00.

December 2, 2009
HANDBAGS FOR HOPE LIVE AND SILENT PURSE AUCTION RAISES $12,000

BEACON OF HOPE CENTER FOR WOMEN RAISES $ 12,000 AT THE THIRD LIVE AND SILENT PURSE AUCTION AND LUNCHEON
 
On November 14, 2009, Beacon of Hope hosted their 3rd Live and Silent Purse Auction and luncheon to raise money for their newly founded domestic violence support center which opened on July 27, 2009.  “It was our best event ever”.  Over 140 women attended the event and laughed as they watched local TV and radio personalities such as; Rafael Sanchez from WRTV, Paul Poteet from WZPL Radio, and Zach Myers from Fox 59 model our purses for us.  They were the highlight of our event and have already asked if they could come back next year and do this again for us.
 
This year we added a silent auction of 30 purses and it was a big hit with the ladies.  We will be bringing it back next year.
 
“This event had a special meaning to us because we now have a facility to help women and children”.  The last two purse auctions, it was just a vision we were working towards”.  All proceeds will go to Beacon of Hope to advance our programs to end the cycle of domestic violence and abuse.
 
Thank you to our following sponsors:  Craig and Lisa Roeder, Aerodine Composites Group, Katie's Consign and Resale and Sharp Wrap.

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October 31, 2009
“HANDBAGS FOR HOPE” LIVE/SILENT PURSE AUCTION

WHAT:  Our 3rd Live Purse Auction tickets are available but with limited seating.


WHEN:  November 14, 2009


TIME:    11 am to 3 pm (purse registration begins at 11:00 and ends at 11:50 am


WHERE:  Country Club of Indianapolis, 2801 Country Club Road


HIGHLIGHTS:  Live/Silent Purse Auction, full plated lunch, door prizes, and other surprises, video of the inside of Beacon of Hope Center


NEW:  Our male models showing off the beautiful purses are; Paul Poteet, WZPL, JD Cannon, WFMS, Zach Myers, Fox 59, Rafael Sanchez, Channel 6, Brian Clause, Director of Indianapolis Criminal Justice Institute, and (4) Wayne Township Firefighters.


NEW:  Silent auction with over 30 purses to choose from

 

The ticket prices are $ 35.00 per person before November 1st, after November 1st, $40.00.  Ages 8 and up are invited to attend.

 

All proceeds go to Beacon of Hope Center for Women to help end the cycle of domestic violence and abuse.

 

IN THE COMMUNITY:

 

Chapel Rock Christian Church has chosen Beacon of Hope for the second year in a row to be the recipient at their Christmas Tea mission’s contribution on December 9, 2009.

 

PROGRESS:

 

Since opening our doors on July 27, 2009, we have received over 90 crisis and resource calls, placed 23 women into shelters, assisted with getting 8 family pets into safety, hosted 3 group counseling nights, have had the honor of being the guest speaker at 10 speaking engagements in the community, signed up over 20 new volunteers and hosted our first “Pampering for a Purpose night on October 9, 2009 with over 65 in attendance.  Our next Pampering Night is scheduled for January 22, 2010. 


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August 12, 2009
First Support Center Group Counseling Night - August 18

ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18TH, WE WILL HOST OUR FIRST SUPPORT GROUP COUNSELING NIGHT AT OUR CENTER.  CUMMINS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH WILL BE THERE TO HELP WOMEN VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND ABUSE.  SURVIVORS ARE WELCOMED TO TELL THEIR STORIES TO HELP OTHER WOMEN.  THE TIME FOR THE SUPPORT GROUP IS 6:00 P.M.  PLEASE CALL OUR CENTER AT 731-6131 TO SIGN UP IF INTERESTED.

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August 12, 2009
Support Center Opening Updates

AFTER THE OPENING OF BEACON OF HOPE CENTER FOR WOMEN ON JULY 27TH, WE HAVE RECEIVED MORE THAN 150 CALLS.  WITHIN THE FIRST 3 DAYS OF OPENING, WE RECEIVED OVER 27 CRISIS AND RESOURCE CALLS FROM ALL OVER THE CITY.  BEACON OF HOPE ASSISTED IN HELPING 8 WOMEN FIND SHELTER THE FIRST WEEK.  AT LEAST 12 OF THE CALLS WERE WOMEN NEEDING SHELTER ON THE WEST SIDE.   OTHER PHONE CALLS CONSISTED OF VOLUNTEERING, DONATIONS, OTHER ORGANIZATIONS, MEDIA, POLICE DEPARTMENTS, ETC.  WE ARE VERY GRATEFUL FOR OUR OPENING BEING A SUCCESS.

August 12, 2009
Purse Auction Tickets Now on Sale

Purse Auction tickets now on sale, please contact Beacon of Hope at 731-6131.  Cash, personal checks, mastercard, visa and discover will be accepted.

July 11, 2009
Beacon of Hope President Speaks on WCBK radio in Morgan County

The Beacon of Hope Center for Women President, Terry Moore had the amazing opportunity to visit the WCBK studio for the chance to be interviewed about the Becon of Hope Support Center opening soon. It was an exciting way to help get the word out about the services provided by Beacon of Hope.

The Beacon of Hope Center for Women Suppor Center is scheduled to open later this month. Operating initially as a call center, we will work with victims, shelters, police and other private and public agencies to advise and assist those seeking to escape and recover from their situations. We have partnered with Cummins Behavioral Health to provide group and individual counseling. Our goal is to offer a wide range of support, including emergency clothing, food, transportation, and other essentials of life, help with children, and shelter for family pets. We will also be offering life skills training at our Center and assist with job placement.

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July 11, 2009
Reminder: 3rd Live Purse Auction - Tickets Go On Sale August 17th!

Don't forget the Beacon of Hope Center for Women 3rd Live Purse Auction and Luncheon is coming and tickets will go on sale on August 17, 2009. You don't want to miss this event. Seating is limited, so be sure to check our events page for details on how to obtain your tickets.

July 11, 2009
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE RALLY HELD TO END THIS CYCLE

On July 2nd, our President spoke at a Domestic Violence Rally with the theme "Enough is Enough". At the Rally, names were called off who recently lost their lives to domestic violence. Shelter Providers shared their views on how to end this horrible cycle that is affecting our city. As the Rally was in progress, a woman had been shot on the Eastside of Indianapolis. Enough is Enough!!.

Beacon of Hope Center for Women, Inc. will open its new Center on July 27, 2009 as a Domestic Violence Support Center. There will be a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 8:00 am. with State Representative Phil Hinkle and Senator Mike Delph as our guest speakers. At 9:00 am, the Ribbon will be cut and Beacon of Hope will begin serving women and children suffering from domestic violence in the community as well as surrounding areas. Beacon of Hope Center for Women, Inc., plans to be a liaison for other shelter providers throughout the Indiana area. During the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, an organization from Chicago will be presenting Beacon of Hope with purses and items from celebrities across the country to give to each woman who walks through the door on her way to healing.

June 10, 2009
Domestic Violence Rate Up 13% Over Last Year

According to a recent study, the domestic violence rate has jumped 13% over last year.

June 10, 2009
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Beacon of Hope President Invited to Speak on Channel 8 Summer 2009

The President of Beacon of Hope Center for Women, Terry Moore, has been invited to be a guest speaker for Domestic Violence on Channel 8. Terry will be making her appearence some time this summer. Check back for more details.

March 28, 2009
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Beacon of Hope Center for Women's 1st Annual Hawaiian Beach Party was a success!!

From: Terry Moore, President

Our premiere event before opening our Domestic Violence Support Center this summer was a huge success with approximately 200 people in attendance. We had Sarah Fisher, our guest celebrity sharing her views about Domestic Violence abuse, beautiful beach decorations, a buffet, silent and live auctions, bidding frenzy from local merchants, a fund-a -need for specific areas Beacon of Hope is targeting and a sensational band, The Screaming Martinis for our entertainment.

We would like to thank the following Sponsors in helping make our event a success.
  • Young Living Oils
  • Radiology Associates of Indiana
  • Genung Company
  • Veterans Computer Solutions
  • LP Photos
  • Metro Printing
This event will be an annual event for Beacon of Hope. I hope you can join us next time. Our event will be in March of 2010.

February 15, 2009
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Sarah Fisher to Appear at First Annual Hawaiian Beach Party

Sarah Fisher of the Indy Racing League will be making a guest appearance at our Hawaiian Beach Party! We have also released a sneak peek list of a few of our Live and Silent Auction items. The party is scheduled for March 21, 2009 and tickets are now available. Visit our events page for more details. This is an event you do not want to miss!

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January 22, 2009
Beacon of Hope 1st Annual Hawaiian Beach Party

Beacon of Hope is hosting a Hawaiian Beach Party at the Radisson Hotel in Indianapolis on March 21, 2009. The party will feature a buffet, live music by The Screaming Martinis' as well as a Live and Silent Auctions. Check out our events page for all the details. Be sure to get your tickets early for a discount! We'll see you there!

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November 21, 2008
Beacon of Hope to recieve donation to help open office

Beacon of Hope has been informed by a local church, we have been chosen to be a recipient for a donation to help us open our Center. Our President will be attending a Women's Tea on December 10th to accept the donation.

November 19, 2008
Beacon of Hope President invited to speak on XRB 1610

Our President was invited to be a guest speaker for a live radio talk show, XRB 1610 to share her views and concerns about domestic violence abuse. She was invited back in January of 2009 to be their guest to share about our progress and our upcoming event in March.

Announcements

2/3/2010
Update: 2nd Pampering for a Purpose Night

1/4/2010
PROGRESS TO DATE IN OUR FIRST 5 MONTHS OF OPENING:

1/4/2010
LOCAL CHURCH PRESENTS A CHECK TO BEACON OF HOPE FOR $1002.00

1/4/2010
PAMPERING NIGHT TICKETS NOW ON SALE!!!

1/4/2010
FIRST VISIT FROM SANTA CLAUS TO BEACON OF HOPE WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!!!

12/2/2009
FUTURE EVENTS