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Give so others can
get help
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One of the
best ways to help victims of sexual violence in your
community is through a financial donation. Crisis
intervention services are needed every day of the year, yet
they cannot be provided without adequate funding. Grants,
client contributions and agency fundraising projects cannot
cover all the costs associated with office space,
communications, personnel and community awareness
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Everyone knows
someone who has been hurt by sexual violence! |
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Whether you
live in Carroll County or across the nation, sexual violence
and the trauma it brings to its victims affects everyone.
The majority of sexual assaults are never reported, and many
victims don’t tell their families about what happened for
years. Most of the people who receive counseling
services from sexual assault centers have never told their
families about the abuse prior to receiving counseling! |
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As a
non-profit organization, your donation to Rape Crisis makes
a difference. Gifts make it possible for us to provide free
of charge the confidential crisis and counseling services
needed by victims of sexual crime24 hours a day, every day
of the year. We also work just as hard to prevent sexual
violence through education and advocacy. Each year Rape
Crisis educators speak to thousands of children and adults
to teach them what they can do to reduce their risk and
where to get help if it’s needed. (For more information
about our education program see section "Service Volume.) |
Gifts May Come
in Several Forms
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Write a Check
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You may consider a
monetary gift now or by the end of the year. If you
itemize, such a gift can reduce your tax bill.
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Donate Property or
Stock -
To avoid capital gains,
you may wish to donate appreciated property that you
have held for longer than one year, such as stocks,
bonds, or mutual funds. Contact your investment advisor
as early as possible to help you complete the transfer.
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Take
advantage of the United Way Campaign in your workplace -
To become an
affiliated member of United Way of Central Maryland,
programs like Rape Crisis undergo financial scrutiny and
abide by set standards for use of donated funds. Our
designation number is 5650.
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Make a
memorial donation
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donation in the name of the deceased person, your
remembrance helps a victim of sexual violence heal and
grow. Your memorial donation will be acknowledged and a
handsome notification card sent to family members within
48 hours of receipt.
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Financial
Disclosure
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To learn
more about Rape Crisis, contact the office for a copy of our
annual report or current financial statement. You may also
wish to visit one of our education programs to see for
yourself the important work that can be accomplished with
your financial support. Documents and information submitted
under the Maryland Charitable Solicitations Act are also
available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the
Maryland Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD
21401. Telephone: (410) 974-5534
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