Women's Center Clothing Drive 2010

The San Joaquin Human Resource Association & Lodi Memorial Hospital are proud to announce our 7th annual clothing drive in 2010.

For the seventh year in a row we are proud to sponsor a cell phone and clothing drive for the Women’s Center of San Joaquin County. We will be accepting cell phones, cell phone accessories and clothing of all sizes for men, women and children with a focus on outer wear. All donations will be collected at our August 11th membership meeting at Papapavlo's Bistro in Stockton. Thank you in advance for your continued support. If you need any additional information, regarding donations for this worthy cause, please contact
Trish Smith at 209-712-2827.

About the Women’s Center
620 N. San Joaquin Street * Stockton, CA 95202 Mission: To provide a wide range of supportive, educational, and crisis intervention services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, enabling them to regain control of their lives.

History: In 1976, eight women decided to create a center where women could meet in a supportive environment and discuss common interests. Beginning with a budget of eighty dollars, they opened a drop-in center in the basement of a local church. Women and children were invited for seminars and group projects.

Services: Over the past 32 years, the Women’s Center has grown significantly to provide prevention and intervention services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in San Joaquin County. Reaching approximately 24,000 people each year through its efforts, the Center continues to be rated by the Office of Criminal Justice Planning as one of the top ten programs in the State of California.

Financial History: The Women’s Center relies on both public and private funds to supports its programs. During the current fiscal year, which runs from July 1st through June 30th, the Center must receive $305,000 in donations from individuals and businesses. The amount accounts for approximately 10 percent of the operating budget. The remainder of the budget is funded through public and private grants including the State of California, the County of San Joaquin, the City of Stockton and United Way. Ninety-two percent of the Center’s income covers direct-service costs. Administrative and fundraising expenses account for only eight percent of the budget. This means that for every dollar contributed to the Women’s Center, 92 cents is spent directly on our clients.

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