HELENA — The Helena Friendship Center is one of seven local and state domestic violence prevention organizations chosen to receive funds from a $70,000 grant from the Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund.
Gina Boesdorfer, Executive Director of the Friendship Center says the grant will help the center reach more people with its education and outreach program.
“At the friendship center, we have an education program, so we have an education coordinator who goes out into the community and provides awareness, training, and presentations on domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking to schools, community groups, and any events that are relevant,” Boesdorfer explained. “Money like this really helps us to support the program to ensure people know not only about our services but also the factors that exist within these crimes.”
The Friendship Center’s mission is to provide a safe haven for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and …