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Friday, May 16, 2008 Waypoint Volunteer Opportunities Disarming Domestic Abusers Failure of Iowa Courts to Uphold Federal Law That Prohibits Possession of Firearms to Domestic Abusers Weekly Support Groups Offered at Waypoint Zach Johnson and AEGON USA’s 2006 “Birdies That Care” Program Job Openings at Waypoint Verizon Wireless Joins Waypoint to Educate Youth About Teen Dating Violence Campaign Launched At Kennedy High School on September 30, 2004 at 1 p.m. Downtown Child Care....Fun for Kids...Convenient for Parents Are you a parent who works downtown, or do you know someone that is? Would you like to be close to your kids during the day? Waypoint’s Uptown Kids Child Care Center and School Age Child Care Program offers fun, safe, quality child care for children age 6 weeks – 12 years and is conveniently located for parents working in downtown Cedar Rapids at 318 5th Street SE, across from Greene Square Park. Openings are available! Read on for current parent testimonials and for more details... Facts About Homelessness and Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center Read on to learn about facts about the homeless in Linn County and about Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center for homeless. Top 10 Needs at Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center and DV Shelter 100% of the basic need supplies that Waypoint distributes to the homeless and near-homeless is donated from the community. These items are of tremendous assistance in helping Waypoint meet the needs of families in need. These items can include: food, clothing, cleaning products, baby supplies and other basic personal hygiene products. Click here to view the top 10 needs at each Waypoint shelter. The Junior League of Cedar Rapids Remodels Main Floor Living Space at Madge Phillips Center From June 8 - 12, Junior League members orchestrated an "extreme makeover" for the main living area of Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center for Homeless, including painting the walls, installing new carpet and rugs, and providing new furniture, lamps and artwork. Read on for the full story... Thanks to Our Corporate Sponsors Our corporate sponsors are valued partners. A MidSummer Night’s Eve Event Details and Auction items Sexual Assault Awareness Month Launches Statewide Supplies Needed at Waypoint Shelters Job Opening: Part-time Coordinator for Safety and Accountability Audit Tag Sale Fundraiser for Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center - March 9 - 11 Back To School Items Needed for Children in Waypoint Shelters Grant Brings Waypoint Advocate to Metro High School The Iowa Women’s Foundation held a grant recipient "Spotlight" event on March 10, 2004 at Metro High School in Cedar Rapids. Presentors discussed how this initiative is improving the way Metro High School responds to gender violence. Featured in photo is presentor Leslie Lam, victim advocate for Waypoint who is appointed to 7 hours each week at Metro High School. Read on for the full story... Calendar of Events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please help Waypoint in creating awareness of this community issue by participating in one or more of our awareness activities. Candidate Forum on Women and Children’s Issues Held at Waypoint FEDERAL, STATE AND COUNTY CANDIDATES GATHER FOR FORUM TO RESPOND TO ISSUES THAT IMPACT WOMEN AND YOUTH WHAT: Candidate Forum on Women and Children’s Issues WHEN: Tuesday, September 28 at 7 p.m. WHERE: Waypoint, 318 5th Street SE, downtown Cedar Rapids WHO: Federal, State and County Candidates OPEN TO PUBLIC CO-HOSTED BY: Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families Family Services Young Parents Network Planned Parenthood Foundation 2 Madge Phillips Needs School Supplies Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center needs your help in providing school supplies for the children! Please read on to see the list of supplies the children are needing for the 2004/2005 school year! Waypoint Hosts Donor Open House An Open House was held for current and new donors at Waypoint on Friday, February 13, 2004 at 5:30 p.m. Guests enjoyed beverages and appetizers, a tour of Waypoint and the Madge Phillips Center for homeless and heard testimonials from two Waypoint clients. Steve and Suzanne Caves were the Honorary Tour Guides. Beverages were provided by David Zylstra and Tiffany Earl, and Cedar Brewing Company. A floral centerpiece was provided by The Flower Shop at Cedar Memorial Park. The food was provided by Winifred’s Catering. Thanks to all who attended! United Way Launches 211 Assistance Number On February 11, 2004, United Way of East Central Iowa brought a 24-hour, nationwide help-line number, 2-1-1 to 24 eastern and southeastern Iowa Counties to offer essential services such as locating affordable child care, seeking a treatmenet program, or finding safe housing. Sexual Assault Awareness Month - April April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This is a special time of the year in which Waypoint focuses efforts on sexual assault education, prevention and awareness. There are many ways you can help Waypoint! To find out how, click here. One in Eight: Report on Rape in Iowa One in eight Iowa women has been the victim of forcible rape in her lifetime. At a press conference on Tuesday, February 3 at 9:30 a.m. at Waypoint, the Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault released a report demonstrating that Iowa has a substantial rape problem. Mary Meissner Testimonial: Domestic Violence Survivor Gives Back Mary Meissner describes herself as “one of the fortunate ones.” After years of being abused as a child and in her marriage, she found her way out. Today, as she continues to build a healthy future for herself, she is trying to help other abused women discover a better life through her volunteer work at Waypoint. US Bank to Offer Financial Classes for Waypoint Clients US Bank has proposed a series of financial education seminars for women, children and families associated with Waypoint to help them achieve and maintain financial independence. Potential topics could be checking and savings, mortgages, investing, wills and living wills, budgeting, credit, and loans and leases. Watch for more details in upcoming months. April Is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month - Calendar of Events Click here to find out about events and how you can get involved with National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual Assault Candlelight Vigil Students at Madison Elementary Deliver Food to Shelters at Waypoint On March 12, 2004, students from Madison Elementary delivered food items to the homeless women and children at the Madge Phillips Center. The students held a fundraiser selling "Valograms" -- Valentine treats, in which they raised $200. The students went shopping for the food items and personally delivered them to the shelter. Mayor Pate Reads Story to Children at Waypoint In an effort to promote awareness of homelessness, on Tuesday, February 17, 2004, Cedar Rapids Mayor Paul Pate visited and read a book to the children at Waypoint. Waypoint Participates in Downtown Holiday Parade Waypoint staff and volunteers participated in the Holiday Parade, held throughout downtown Cedar Rapids on Thursday evening, December 11th. The theme of the Waypoint float was "Waypoint Shines for the Holidays." Staff members walked along the float with star costumes and handed out candy and information on how to donate holiday gifts to the children living in Waypoint shelters. US Bank to Offer Loan Discount With Supply Donation to Waypoint USBank will be having a 24 hour loan sale from 6am December 11 to 6 am December 12 at our location at 5321 Council St. NE in Cedar Rapids. You can meet in person with bankers on your schedule to discuss new loan needs or possibilities of refinancing. If you bring a holiday gift or basic need item for Waypoint you will receive a discount on you loan rate. There will be drawings every four hours for gift certificates and electronic items. Also, z102.9 will be broadcasting live from 4pm to 7 pm on December 11. From now till December 13 USbank has collection boxes available for customers and employees to make donations to Waypoint. Everyone is a winner with USBank’s 24 hour loan sale. Preferred Chiropractic Sponsors Hat & Mitten Drive for Waypoint Preferred Chiropractic sponsored a hat and mitten drive during their Patient Appreciation Day on November 1st from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The donations were distributed to homeless children at Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center. Patients received a free adjustment, exam and posture analysis. Thank you Preferred Chiropractic for your support of Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families! Supplies & Mittens Collected by Trinity Lutheran Preschool Class The morning and afternoon preschool classes at Trinity Lutheran Schools collected supplies and mittens for children at Waypoint. This photo features some of the children along with their teacher, Debbie Bills. Give a Holiday Gift to a Family in Need Donate holiday gifts for families in need who are served at Waypoint! It’s easy! Click here to learn how you can participate and to review a list of potential gift ideas for the women and children we serve. Thank you for your consideration and participation in making the holidays brighter for families at Waypoint! Mayor Pate Presents City Proclamation Against Domestic Violence Waypoint displayed artwork designed by domestic violence victims and handed out information about domestic violence in Greene Sqare Park on Friday, October 17 over the noon hour. Mayor Paul Pate came and presented a proclamation from the city. This event was one of several events during October to help create awareness about domestic abuse in our community for National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Over 10,000 Items Donated by Toyota Financial Services Employees Waypoint was the recipient of over 10,000 food, cleaning and supply items from a drive coordinated by Toyota Financial Services’ employees. Over 5 van- loads of supplies were delivered the Waypoint’s two shelters to re-stock the shelves. Candlelight Vigil Held at Waypoint for Victims of Violence Waypoint clients, staff, and community members gathered at Waypoint on Tuesday, October 21st for a Candlelight Viggil to remember and reflect on those lives that have been affected by domestic violence. Over 50 people attended. Waypoint Honors Women of Achievement Representative Swati Dandekar was honored with the Pillar of the Community award at Waypoint’s annual Tribute to Women of Achievement event held at the Collins Plaza Hotel and Convention Center on Tuesday, October 7, 2003. Waypoint Annual Meeting Recognizes Outstanding Supporters Waypoint honored several volunteers and donors at its Annual Meeting event held at the Collins Plaza Hotel and Convention Center on Tuesday, July 22, 2003. Waypoint Night at the Ballpark Raises Awareness It was "Waypoint Night at the Ballpark" at New Veteran’s Memorial Stadium on Friday, August 1st. As the Kernels battled Wisconsin, Waypoint staff and supporters cheered them on! Over $800 was raised for Waypoint through ticket sales for a pre-game autograph session and an autographed jersey raffle. Food and supplies were also collected for Waypoint Shelters. Over 100 Professsionals Gather for Domestic Violence Training Over 100 community professionals gathered at First Presbyterian Church on Thursday, March 27, 2003, from 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. for "Working with Victims of Domestic Violence" training. The event was co- sponsored by Waypoint and the Partnership for Safe Families. Calvary Baptist Church Volunteers Paint Bedrooms at DV Shelter Several volunteers from Calvary Baptist Church shared their talents by painting and decorating all the bedrooms at the Waypoint Domestic Violence Shelter...offering a more inviting atmosphere for the women and children who stay there. Each room has a different theme with inspirational quotes incorporated into the creative design and murals. HyVee (Johnson Avenue) Employee Fund Drive Benefits Waypoint In April, HyVee representative, Elizabeth Metz, presented a check to Waypoint Executive Director, Liz Hoskins, for proceeds from its employee fund drive. This effort took place at the Johnson Avenue HyVee. HyVee (Wilson Avenue) Employee Fund Drive Benefits Waypoint Scott Gilbert, Wilson Avenue HyVee representative presents a donation to Liz Hoskins, Waypoint Executive Director for the proceeds from an employee fund drive for Waypoint shelters. Past Board Member Wine and Cheese Social at Waypoint Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families, formerly the YWCA, held a wine and cheese social for former Board members on Thursday, April 3rd, 5 - 7 p.m. at Waypoint. Over 30 former members attended the event with tenures spanning over 30 years. Waypoint Buzz Hand Open Golf Tournament Held Sponsors of the 2003 Waypoint Buzz Hand Open event were: Dale Lee Distributing, Evergreen Packaging Company, Modern Woodmen of America, Outback Steakhouse Course Sponors: Allen Motor Company, Golfzila, Stickle Enterprises, Jay Petersen, Mediacom MidSummer Night’s Eve Benefit for Waypoint -- Sat., June 28, 2003 Your presence is desired at A MidSummer Night’s Eve to benefit the services of Waypoint. The event will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2003, from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. at the home of Art and Terri Christoffersen. Celebrate May Day by Giving to Those in Need Waypoint is accepting May Baskets of supplies for the homeless throughout the month of May. Curves for Women Hosts Supply Drive for Shelters Lauri Shemwell, owner of Curves for Women at 3541 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, coordinated a supply drive among its membership during February and March. New members received a discount on their membership fee when they brought in a food or supply item for Waypoint shelters. Valentine Party Hosted by Grace Bible Fellowship Church Women and children served at Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center and the Domestic Violence Shelter enjoyed a Valentine’s Day Party in the lower level of the Madge Phillips Center. The party was hosted by volunteers from Grace Bible Fellowship Church of Lisbon, Iowa. Alliant Energy Employees at Waypoint for United Way Day of Caring On Wednesday, August 28, 2002, United Way kicked off this year’s campaign with a "Day of Caring" for area businesses and community members to participate in community service. Approximately 30 employees from Alliant Energy spent thier "Day of Caring" at Waypoint. Workers painted the entire main level of Waypoint’s Madge Phillips Center for homeless, built additional shelving for food and supplies and painted several rooms on the second floor of Waypoint. Waypoint Makes History with Initiation of Men to Governance For the first time in the 107-year history of Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families (formerly the YWCA), two men will take governing positions on its Board of Directors. This move is a result of new by-laws implemented since the organization disaffiliated from the national YWCA last fall. Both men and women may now participate on the board of the organization. Tribute to Women Nominee and Mercy Match Deadline Approaching Waypoint is seeking nominees and support for The Mercy Match for its annual Tribute to Women of Achievement event on Thursday, October 3, 2002 at the Collins Plaza Hotel and Convention Center, Cedar Rapids. Deadline for nominations and sponsors is Wednesday, July 24, 2002. Community members may submit nominations online by clicking on the "Events" tab and selecting "Tribute to Women." Sexual Assault Awareness Month Activities April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. There are many ways to get involved to reach out to victims and create awareness about this terrible crime that effects our community. Wear a teal ribbon. Attend Waypoint’s "Film Festival." Design a T-shirt to add to Waypoint Sexual Assault display. Attend the "Take Back the Night" rally at Coe College. Please read on for more details... Candidate Forum on Women and Children’s Issues A forum will be held at Waypoint, 318 5th St. SE, Cedar Rapids on Thursday, September 26th, 2002 at 7 p.m. for area congressional, legislative and county candidates so they can respond to issues that effect women and children in our community. The event is co- sponsored by Waypoint, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Catherine McAuley Center for Women, Girl Scouts, Partnership for Safe Families and Planned Parenthood. Click here to find out which candidates will be attending. VERIZON WIRELESS COLLECTS CELL PHONES FOR WAYPOINT Verizon Wireless Announces Drive to Collect Used Wireless Phones During October to Combat Domestic Violence in Eastern Iowa. Festival of Races Results Are In Nearly 1,000 adults and children gathered in downtown Cedar Rapids on Saturday morning, May 4th for Waypoint’s Festival of Races, Race for the Homeless. The Festival of Races is the main fundraising event for Waypoint programs including 8K and 5K Runs, 5K Health Walk, Corporate Relay, Kids Klassic, Bunny Hop and Costume Character Race. An Enjoyable Evening at the Waypoint "Getaway" Community members enjoyed food, beverages and dancing while helping to support Waypoint programs. OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH Waypoint Hosts Activities to Create Awareness of Domestic Violence in our Community On October 4, the YWCA announced its new name, Waypoint On October 4, the YWCA announced its new name, Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families at its annual Tribute to Women of Achievement event. The word Waypoint, defined as “a point along a journey,” provides valid analogies for the services the organization provides. YWCA of Cedar Rapids and Linn County to Disaffiliate The Board of Directors of the YWCA of Cedar Rapids and Linn County announces its intent to disaffiliate from the YWCA of the USA. While the organization will have a new name, the services will remain the same.

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