Greetings!
The new year has presented new challenges, but also renewed support. Our first challenge of the year came right over the New Year's holiday, when our shelter flooded from a burst pipe, damaging the shelter's electricity panels and causing a power outage. With the freezing weather over the New Year's weekend, MSP staff had to evacuate residents to ensure their safety.
The outpouring of
support from our community
partners, such as the Office of Tenant Advocates and DC Safe, as well as the dedication of our staff,
ensured that all families were safe and warm, and that the Shelter reopened within a week.
It's challenges like these that prove how dedicated and supportive our partners and staff are.
Along with partner support, we have been encouraged by our donor support.
In response to our holiday campaign, supporters donated over $112,000
, far exceeding our expectations. This unprecedented generosity shows that we live in a community that cares about ending domestic violence and empowering survivors.
Lastly, My Sister's Place continues to grow.
Two new Board members, featured below,
joined our ranks, bringing new expertise and passion. And
we received a
four-star rating on Charity Navigator
,
proving our commitment to transparency and financial integrity.
Moving forward in 2018, we look forward to continued growth, both within MSP and in our broader community.
Warmly,
The My Sister's Place Team
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V-DAY Events & Fundraisers
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V-Day
is a global activist movement to end violence against women and girls held annually on February 14th.
We are so fortunate to have local artists with
V-Day East of the River,
who are
supporting My Sister's Place on V-Day 2018 with multiple events and fundraisers now through February 19th.
All ticket sales benefit My Sister's Place.
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Sip, Talk & Create Fundraiser
This event is about creating art together and having discourse. Washingtonian Kristal M., the commissioned artist who created the HAIR AND ROSES artwork displayed above, will guide participants on recreating their own art decos on a glass! No past art experience is necessary.
When:
Saturday, January 27, 2018 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Where:
Uniontown Bar & Grill, 2200 MLK Jr Ave SE, Washington, DC 20020
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The Vagina Monologues
This is the V-Day East of the River signature event, performed only once a year - The Vagina Monologues. It is a collection of stories from women and girls about topics that may make you laugh, smile, cry or all the above! This is a show that you won’t forget, performed in the round.
When:
Monday, February 19, 2018 at 2:00pm and at 6:30pm
Where:
Anacostia Playhouse, 2020 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC 20020
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Can't make it to the events in person? Donate to their V-Day Campaign benefitting My Sister's Place!
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International Women's Day Benefit Concerts
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International Women's Day
, held on March 8th, is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. It also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
We are so excited to have two separate groups of community artists holding Benefit Concerts to honor Int'l Women's Day, with all proceeds going toward My Sister's Place:
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Enjoy Broadway tunes for a good cause!
An event written, produced, and performed solely by local Washington D.C. metropolitan area women and mothers raising funds for My Sister’s Place. Featuring music from a variety of Broadway and Off- Broadway musicals, a storyline unfolds highlighting why support is so key for the women and children of My Sister's Place. Weaving together stories and the classic stage musical sound, M2M builds a collective spirit which encourages human community.
When:
Saturday, March 10th at 5:00pm
Where:
Jammin Java
at 227 Maple Ave E, Vienna, VA 22180
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Hear Us Roar
Join Cantabo students, coaches, and collaborators for an evening of contemporary music in the Vinyl Lounge at Gypsy Sally’s on the Georgetown waterfront. All ages welcome. Donations will be accepted at door. Proceeds to My Sister’s Place.
When:
Friday, March 9th at 6:30pm
Where:
The Vinyl Lounge @ Gypsy Sally’s on 3401 K Street NW, Washington DC
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New Year, New Board Members
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Welcome Sarah and Noelle to our Board of Directors
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Noelle Dubiansky
joined
the Board of Directors in December 2017. Noelle
is an associate in Goodwin's Technology & Life Sciences Group. Ms. Dubiansky represents biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and other life science companies in a wide range of intellectual property and commercial transactions. She regularly advises private and public companies on complex commercial transactions, including strategic partnerships, licensing, technology acquisition, research and development collaborations, clinical testing, contract services, distribution and manufacturing agreements. Ms. Dubiansky also regularly counsels clients in connection with private financings, public offerings, spin-outs and M&A transactions with respect to intellectual property rights and operational risks.
Prior to joining Goodwin, Ms. Dubiansky was an associate in the Life Sciences practice group at Cooley LLP and previously, in the FDA group at Hyman, Phelps & McNamara.
While attending law school, Ms. Dubiansky was named an Edward F. Hennessey Scholar.
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Sarah Miller
joined the Board of Directors in December 2017. Sarah is a member of the PwC Deals practice, specializing in financial due diligence. Prior to joining the Deals practice, Sarah was a member of PwC’s Assurance practice where her primary focus was serving nonprofit and consumer products clients.
Sarah is also a member of the Junior League of Washington (JLW), where she serves as the lead of the Get On Board program, a course designed for JLW members to learn the fundamentals of nonprofit governance and earn BoardSource’s Certificate of Nonprofit Board Education. The Get On Board program further empowers JLW members to serve on nonprofit boards throughout the Greater Washington community.
Sarah earned her Bachelor degree in Accounting (B.S.) from Louisiana State University and her Master’s of Accounting from North Carolina State University.
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