Dear Fearless! Community,

As summer winds down, we are reflecting with gratitude on the powerful ways our community has come together and are filled with reminders that we are stronger when we show up united.

In this issue, we’re sharing highlights from our events, spotlighting the supporters who make our work possible, and showing how your continued involvement fuels hope and change for survivors and their families. Thank you for being part of the Fearless! movement.

National Night Out

On August 5, Fearless! staff and volunteers showed up loud and proud at nine National Night Out locations across Orange and Sullivan Counties.

We met with hundreds of community members and their children, shared vital resources, and strengthened connections with both our local police departments and community partners. These conversations and moments of connection help us nurture critical relationships and ensure that safety and prevention stay at the forefront of every community we serve.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by a table, shared a story, or asked a question - this is how we build a safer, more informed community together.

Back To School Supplies Drive

Throughout July and August, we collected thousands of school supplies to support children and families impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other crimes.

Thanks to the generous support of individuals, families, and businesses like Mediacom, The Hudson Valley Renegades, Vail's Gate United Methodist Church, Victoria Samadi, and St. James Episcopal Church, we were able to fill backpacks and distribute supplies directly to youth in Orange and Sullivan Counties.

Your contributions ensure that every child we serve starts the school year feeling prepared, confident, and cared for. We are truly grateful for your support, and so are the kids.

Keller Williams Hudson Valley United has been a steadfast supporter of our mission for over a decade, showing up time and again to uplift survivors and strengthen our work. Most recently, their sponsorship of our 2024 Holiday Client Party, covering both the venue and catered food, allowed us to focus entirely on creating a joyful and supportive experience for the families we serve. Their generosity ensured that this cherished tradition could return after years of absence, and their impact was felt in every smile that day.



Their dedication doesn’t stop there. From sponsoring countless events like our annual Brunch, to organizing special fundraising initiatives such as yard sales and donation drives, and securing us space at the Newburgh Illuminated Festival, the Keller Williams Hudson Valley United team continues to go above and beyond.

Not only has the Hudson Valley United branch championed our mission, but their sister offices have as well. Through their company-wide Red Day service initiative, many Keller Williams teams have directly supported our work. In 2017, Keller Williams Realty First rejuvenated our shelter space with thoughtfulness and care. In 2023, Keller Williams Valley Realty hosted a “Shop for a Cause” event at The Shoppes at Lake Street, helping us collect wishlist items and raise essential funds.

Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” Keller Williams is a powerful example of that truth, and we are deeply grateful for their continued partnership and unwavering belief in our work.

Every event, donation, and act of support makes a real difference in the lives of survivors and their families, and you are part of building safer, stronger communities across Orange and Sullivan Counties. Thank you for standing with us - we couldn’t do this work without you.

Join us at our upcoming events and continue walking beside us as we reclaim safety and build hope together.

Chipotle Fundraiser

On Monday, September 15, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, grab dinner at Chipotle in Central Valley, and 25% of your order will be donated to Fearless! to help support survivors of domestic and sexual violence in our community.

Show the official event flyer at checkout (printed or digital) or use our unique fundraiser code 3EZLQQT at checkout on the Chipotle app or website when ordering online.

Chiptole Mexican Grill: 4 Locey Lane, Central Valley, NY 10926

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Chalk About Love

Join us at the Newburgh Free Library on Saturday, September 27th, from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM for the Chalk About Love initiative led by Fearless! Hudson Valley’s Education Team. This creative community event invites students, families, and neighbors to share uplifting messages about respect, love, and healthy relationships through sidewalk chalk art.

As we prepare for Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, we’re coming together to raise awareness about teen dating violence and promote positive, supportive connections. Chalk will be provided, and everyone is welcome!



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We Can Be Heroes 5K

Join us on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Orange County Airport, Montgomery, for our 8th annual We Can Be Heroes 5K Run/Walk! This empowering event raises critical funds for Fearless! Hudson Valley’s life-saving programs while honoring the everyday heroes who stand with survivors. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, you’re making a difference.

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

This October, join Fearless! Hudson Valley in raising awareness, honoring survivors, and working together to end domestic violence.

The Clothesline Project

The Clothesline Project is a powerful visual display of t-shirts created by survivors of intimate partner violence, or by friends and family of victims. Each shirt tells a story, helping to break the silence and bring awareness to the impact of violence in our communities.

Walk the Line with us and show your support:

• October 3 – Orange County Government Center, Goshen
• October 4 – Earl Reservoir Park, Highland Mills
• October 8 – Cornerstone Family Healthcare, Newburgh
• October 9 – Sullivan Government Center, Monticello
• October 13 – Galleria at Crystal Run, Middletown
• October 15 – Veterans' Memorial Park, Port Jervis
• October 18 – Orange & Rockland (O&R) Park, Monroe

DVAM Workshops

Fearless! is offering free, interactive training sessions to deepen understanding of domestic violence and explore ways to respond. Open to community members, youth service providers, educators, administrators, and law enforcement.

• October 6 – Domestic Violence 101 (Virtual, via Zoom)
• October 17 – In Her Shoes (Fearless! Family Justice Center)

Purple Thursday – October 16

Show your support for survivors by wearing purple! Together, we can spark conversations and raise awareness about domestic violence.



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