At CAPSA, we are privileged to work alongside a remarkable volunteer board of directors who guide our vision and ensure our mission remains steadfast. These dedicated individuals generously offer their time and expertise, helping CAPSA support victims of domestic and sexual violence and create lasting change in our community. Today, we are thrilled to introduce three exceptional new members to our board: Marcia Stewart, Dan Johnson, and Carol Johnson.
Marcia Stewart recently moved back to Cache Valley after living outside of DC. With a background in D.C. politics—enhanced by both professional experience and personal networking alongside her husband—Marcia brings a wealth of connections and insights. Marcia shared that shortly after returning from DC, she served on a jury for a sexual assault case. She was impressed that the victim, upon sharing her experience with a friend who was still a teen, knew about CAPSA and encouraged her to call CAPSA for support. Marcia is already connecting CAPSA with local, state and national representatives furthering our advocacy and outreach efforts.
Dan Johnson joins us after a distinguished career of 50 years in education and is currently serving as a Utah State Legislator. Dan’s passion for supporting CAPSA is well known, and his efforts have been instrumental in raising awareness and securing essential funding for our organization. With a respected and influential voice in the legislative arena, Dan is poised to play a critical role in advancing policies that protect and empower survivors. His commitment to CAPSA’s mission is unwavering, and we are excited about the impact he will make on our legislative initiatives.
Carol Johnson, a retired educator with a distinguished background in curriculum development and teacher training, brings a unique perspective to CAPSA. Her lifelong dedication to empowering educators and students aligns perfectly with our educational programs, which focus on promoting healthy relationships and consent. Alongside her husband, Dan, Carol shares a deep commitment to CAPSA’s vision and values. Her experience and passion will be instrumental in enhancing our community’s educational and advocacy efforts.
At CAPSA, our board of directors plays a crucial role in guiding our organization’s vision and ensuring we remain focused on effectively supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence. We are deeply grateful for their commitment and are confident that Marcia, Dan, and Carol will further strengthen our efforts to create a safer and more compassionate community.
We are excited to welcome Marcia, Dan, and Carol to our board, and we look forward to the invaluable contributions they will make in the years to come.
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Saranoni’s Donation of Blankets Brings Comfort to Survivors and Gratitude to CAPSA’s Donors
Saranoni, a luxury blanket company, has made a generous donation of blankets to CAPSA to support survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The donation includes blankets for CAPSA’s shelter, providing comfort to individuals during their stay, as well as blankets to be gifted to individual donors who support CAPSA’s vital efforts.
CAPSA, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support and shelter to survivors, relies on community contributions to sustain its critical work. Recognizing the importance of expressing gratitude to these generous donors, CAPSA sought a partnership with Saranoni to provide high-quality blankets as tokens of appreciation to CAPSA’s numerous donors, an invitation that Saranoni welcomed. In time, “thank you’s” weren’t the end of Saranoni’s donations!
Saranoni’s substantial donation of blankets aims to bring comfort and warmth to both survivors seeking support from CAPSA and the organization’s valued contributors. The blankets donated to CAPSA’s shelter have a meaningful impact on survivors, as individuals often arrive with nothing. Many survivors have expressed that their time in the shelter is the first time they have felt safe and able to sleep without fear in a long time. Saranoni’s blankets provide an additional layer of comfort to help them heal and rebuild their lives.
In addition to supporting survivors directly, Saranoni’s donation includes blankets to be gifted to CAPSA’s individual donors during various honorary events. These blankets serve as symbols of gratitude, recognizing the significant contributions made by these individuals in supporting CAPSA’s mission. CAPSA understands that these meaningful gestures help foster a sense of community and inspire continued support for their vital services.
“We are incredibly grateful for Saranoni’s generous donation,” expressed Alyna Ohling, CAPSA’s Marketing and Community Engagement Director. “The blankets provided by Saranoni not only offer physical comfort to survivors but also symbolize the shared commitment to creating a safer and more caring society. We deeply value this partnership and the positive impact it will have on both our donors and the survivors we serve.”
Saranoni
Saranoni, founded by Nathan and Emily Peterson, is a business dedicated to serving others and making a positive difference in the world. Their belief in doing the job right and serving those around them aligns perfectly with CAPSA’s mission. Saranoni’s blankets are crafted to bring warmth, comfort, and create cherished moments that become special memories.
CAPSA
CAPSA is a non-profit organization providing support, shelter, and resources to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Serving Cache and Rich Counties, CAPSA offers 24-hour support phone lines, emergency shelter, casework, rape exam advocacy, prevention education, transitional housing, and clinical therapy. All of CAPSA’s services are provided free of charge and kept confidential. CAPSA’s vision is a world with empowered survivors, safe homes, and children living without fear.
The collaboration between Saranoni and CAPSA exemplifies the spirit of compassion and community engagement.
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Stander increases their support of CAPSA’s Annual Golf Tournament to honor founder Jan Miller’s love and support of CAPSA.
Stander, a local mobility device company, and the family of Jan Miller, the founder and former CEO of Stander, have committed to becoming the presenting sponsor for the Jan Miller Memorial Golf Tournament for CAPSA. This move marks an increase in the companies’ support of the non-profit organization, which provides help and support to survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and rape in Cache Valley and Rich County.
The Jan Miller Memorial Golf Tournament is one of CAPSA’s most significant in-house fundraising events, raising over $50,000 each year. All of CAPSA’s services are provided free of charge, and the funds raised from this event go towards supporting individuals and families escaping violence, beginning new lives, and healing from associated trauma.
Jan Miller, who was a longtime board member of CAPSA, was passionate about empowering survivors of domestic violence to become independent. She served on the board from 2006 until her passing in 2018 and as the board president was instrumental in the establishment of Independence Place, a CAPSA-owned neighborhood of nine homes, the creation of an endowment, and the expansion of therapy services. In honor of Jan’s memory, CAPSA renamed the annual golf tournament to the Jan Miller Memorial Golf Tournament in 2019.
Stander has been a longstanding supporter of CAPSA and has now committed to becoming the presenting sponsor of the Golf Tournament. This sponsorship is a testament to the company’s commitment to honoring Jan’s legacy and love for CAPSA.
The Jan Miller Memorial Golf Tournament will take place on June 8, 2023, at the Logan Golf and Country Club. The registration, sponsorship, and tournament details can be found at www.capsa.org/golf.
ABOUT CAPSA
CAPSA is a nonprofit domestic violence, sexual assault and rape support center serving Cache and RIch Counties. Each year CAPSA serves more than 1,900 women, men and children fleeing abuse and healing healing from the trauma associated with domestic violence or sexual abuse. CAPSA’s support services include 24-hour support phone lines, emergency shelter, casework, rape exam advocacy, prevention education, transitional housing, and clinical therapy. All CAPSA’s services are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. Learn more at capsa.org.
ABOUT STANDER
Jan Miller founded Stander, a company that invents and manufactures mobility devices for the elderly and disabled, in 1998 and served as Stander’s Fearless Leader (president and CEO) until her passing. Jan, along with her husband Troy Miller (engineer), were first inspired to create mobility devices to assist Jan’s grandmother. These inventions enabled Essie to live independently in the comfort of her own home. This victory, combined with Jan’s commitment to better society, inspired her to create Stander, Inc. Since then, Stander has invented over 30 innovative mobility solutions to help the elderly and disabled live more independently.
For further information, please contact Alyna Ohling, the Community Engagement Director for CAPSA, at alyna@capsa.org or 435-752-2500.
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CAPSA’s volunteer board of directors is crucial in guiding the organization’s vision. These dedicated individuals devote their time and expertise to ensure CAPSA remains focused on effectively supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence. We are deeply grateful for their unwavering commitment to creating lasting change for survivors and the community, and we take pride in our exceptional board.
With great pleasure, we introduce our newest volunteer board members, Scott Wyatt and Derek Carlsen, who will further strengthen our team and contribute to CAPSA’s ongoing mission.
SCOTT WYATT
Scott Wyatt boasts an extensive background in law, politics, and education. As the former Cache County Attorney, he was known for his commitment to upholding justice and supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence. His legal experience and dedication to the community continued as a member of the Utah House of Representatives from 2005 to 2007. Scott’s leadership extends into higher education, where he served as the 15th president of Snow College and the 16th president of Southern Utah University.
“I am amazed to see how much CAPSA has grown. Jill and her team have built one of the most impressive nonprofit organizations I’ve ever seen. We are so fortunate to have them serving our neighbors and friends in need of their services.” – Scott Wyatt
DEREK CARLSEN
Derek Carlsen has over 20 years of human resources experience with Schreiber Foods and previously ThermoFisher. A prime example of Derek’s strategic leadership is the implementation of a free health clinic for Schreiber Foods’ employees, aimed at enhancing their overall well-being and serving as a recruitment and retention tool. Recently promoted to Regional HR Director, Derek now oversees multiple Schreiber plants, expanding his influence and support for CAPSA within the corporate sector. Derek plays a pivotal role in maintaining CAPSA’s connection with Schreiber Foods as a home sponsor and golf participant.
“It’s truly an honor to join CAPSA’s board of directors and contribute to an organization dedicated to transforming survivors’ lives. I’ve long admired CAPSA’s exceptional work, and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to actively participate in their mission as a board member.” – Derek Carlsen
The inclusion of Scott Wyatt and Derek Carlsen in CAPSA’s already outstanding board of directors not only reinforces the board’s steadfast commitment to advocate for and support survivors of domestic and sexual violence, but also bolsters CAPSA’s capacity to secure vital resources to address the needs of survivors. We are thrilled to integrate their unique perspectives and experiences into our board, enriching the collective expertise of our existing members.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Scott and Derek as they embark on their journey with CAPSA, further fortifying our mission and impact in the community.
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Logan, UT – CAPSA, a nonprofit domestic violence, sexual assault, and rape support and recovery center serving Northern Utah has been recognized as one of Utah’s 100 Companies Championing Women by Inspire In Utah, an initiative of the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity. This recognition identifies and celebrates companies that offer family-friendly policies and practices, as well as women-specific initiatives known to impact the recruiting, hiring, retaining, and advancing of women employees, managers, and leaders.
CAPSA was founded in 1976 by a group of volunteer women who established a rape support phone line in response to several high-profile sexual assaults. Law enforcement began sharing this phone number with domestic violence victims, and CAPSA expanded its scope to support both domestic and sexual violence – this shift included providing shelter for individuals and families of domestic violence in their own homes.
“CAPSA was founded and built by women on the foundation of supporting and empowering women,” stated Jill Anderson, CEO of CAPSA. “We want all women to be safe and successful in their personal and professional lives. This commitment includes the women who work at CAPSA.”
CAPSA’s onsite and discounted childcare for staff was recognized by 100 Companies Championing Women as a significant benefit for reducing the barrier of childcare and allowing for continued professional growth. CAPSA’s childcare is a small part of a larger children and youth program for the children of survivors of domestic and sexual violence staying in CAPSA’s emergency shelter, utilizing casework/advocacy, participation in support groups, and/or meeting with their clinical therapist.
“Within our onsite daycare, our staff’s children learn compassion, empathy and to involve others,” stated Anderson. “It is so sweet to see a timid child who may need CAPSA services enter our trauma informed children’s center and hear this core group of staff children say, ‘Look a new friend!’ This provides a safe welcome space for all children.”
CAPSA’s children’s programs include youth advocacy and utilize child development models that prioritize emotional wellness, compassion, and empathy. CAPSA has been providing children’s services, including onsite childcare to staff, since 2002.
“When I recently toured CAPSA, I was very impressed by their vision for supporting the women they serve and employ,” stated Susan Madsen, founding director of the Utah Women & Leadership Project. “Knowing that nonprofits often face limited resources, it is even more remarkable that CAPSA has been offering onsite childcare for more than 20 years.”
CAPSA was nominated for onsite childcare, flexibility with work schedule, paid family leave, transitioning support after maternity leave, pay equity efforts, women leadership, and women presence on the board of directors.
“CAPSA is honored to be recognized as one of Utah’s 100 Companies Championing Women,” said Jill Anderson, CEO of CAPSA. “We remain committed to our mission of empowering women and providing the support and resources they need to reach their personal and professional goals. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff, volunteers, and supporters.”
ABOUT CAPSA
CAPSA is a nonprofit domestic violence, sexual assault, and rape support and recovery center serving Cache and Rich Counties. Each year, CAPSA serves more than 1,900 women, men, and children fleeing abuse and healing from the trauma associated with domestic violence or sexual abuse. CAPSA’s support services include 24-hour support phone line, emergency shelter, casework, rape exam advocacy, legal advocacy, prevention education, transitional housing, and clinical therapy. All CAPSA’s services are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. Learn more and donate at capsa.org.
CONTACTS
CAPSA: James Boyd, Chief Development Officer, 435-753-2500, james@capsa.org
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The Malouf Foundation Announces their Continued Commitment to Provide Bedding to CAPSA’s Shelter
Logan, UT – The Malouf Foundation has recently announced its continued commitment to providing bedding to the Citizens Against Physical and Sexual Abuse (CAPSA)’s emergency shelter. The CAPSA shelter is a 36-bed homeless shelter that provides refuge to survivors of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and sexual exploitation.
During their stay at CAPSA’s emergency shelter, individuals and families meet with shelter caseworkers daily to develop personalized action plans that prioritize their goals, including securing safe and affordable housing, obtaining employment, obtaining protective orders, and supporting children’s physical, social, and emotional needs.
In FY22, CAPSA sheltered 271 individuals (140 women, 21 men, and 110 accompanied children) for a total of 5,857 nights (average of 22). Jill Anderson, CEO and Executive Director of CAPSA, emphasized the shelter’s vital role in the lives of survivors, stating, “Domestic violence is complicated and often dangerous. When individuals and families enter CAPSA’s emergency shelter, they are often escaping danger, and all are working to build a new life free from abuse.”
The Malouf Foundation, based in Logan, Utah, has grown to become a national organization focused on reducing sexual exploitation through education including OnWatch™, promotes healing through Rooms Restored™ and Restorative Care Centers, and furthers advocacy for survivors through children’s justice centers. While the Malouf Foundation’s programs grow, Kacie Malouf, co-founder of Malouf Companies™ and Malouf Foundation board chair, reaffirmed the Foundation’s continued commitment to supporting individuals impacted by sex trafficking and exploitation, stating, “CAPSA is the sex trafficking aftercare center serving Cache County and Northern Utah and has been a supportive partner of the Malouf Foundation.”
Malouf Foundation has been providing bedding to CAPSA since 2011. Donations have included pillows, comforters, sheet sets and mattress protectors for use in the shelter. Malouf Foundation also donates mattresses, bed frames and bedding to many families moving from shelter to housing. Malouf Foundation also donated and installed new furniture and room accessories for a common living space at CAPSA through our Rooms Restored program.
“As we expand our reach and impact, we remain committed to supporting local individuals impacted by domestic violence and sexual exploitation, stated Kacie Malouf. “Malouf Foundation will continue to support CAPSA and their mission. We know their programs are saving and changing lives.”
If you would like more information about CAPSA or to find support, please call their 24-hour crisis support line at (435) 753-2500 or visit capsa.org.
ABOUT MALOUF FOUNDATION™
Formalized in 2016 and operating out of Logan, Utah, the Malouf Foundation™ is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to confronting child sexual exploitation, specifically sex trafficking and online abuse. The Foundation fulfills their mission by providing education through OnWatch™ and Smart Defense™; promoting healing through the Juniper Scholarship™, Rooms Restored™, and restorative care centers; and advocating for survivors through Heroes Landing™ and the “We Believe You” campaign. In January 2022, the Elizabeth Smart Foundation officially became a part of the Malouf Foundation™ to broaden the impact of both organizations. For more information visit malouffoundation.org.
ABOUT CAPSA
CAPSA is a nonprofit domestic violence, sexual assault and rape support and recovery center serving Cache and Rich Counties. Each year CAPSA served more than 1,900 women, men, and children fleeing abuse and healing from the trauma associated with domestic violence or sexual abuse. CAPSA’s support services includes 24-hour support phone line, emergency shelter, casework, rape exam advocacy, legal advocacy, prevention education, transitional housing, and clinical therapy. All CAPSA’s services are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL. Learn more at capsa.org.
CONTACTS
CAPSA: James Boyd, Chief Development Officer, 435-753-2500, james@capsa.org
Sign honoring Malouf Foundation’s continued support of CAPSA. In the closet you can see Malouf bedding which is used for individuals and families transitioning from emergency shelter to CAPSA’s transitional housing.
Sign honoring Malouf Foundation’s continued support of CAPSA. The sign is located next to CAPSA’s main stairs and right off of the entry.
CAPSA’s accessible shelter room – bedding provided by Malouf with handmade quilts donated by the community.
CAPSA’s shelter room – bedding provided by Malouf with handmade quilts donated by the community.
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We are excited to introduce two new additions to the CAPSA board, Shauna Karren and Lindsay Kirby. These dedicated individuals bring a wealth of experience and perspective that will greatly benefit our organization and contribute to our continued growth and success.
Shauna Karren is an experienced professional with a background in employee training and human resources. With over seven years at Utah State University and nearly 16 years at Conservice, she has a proven track record of building and leading successful programs. Her passion for providing resources to individuals who have experienced abuse, led to the formation of the CAPSA-Conservice partnership. Through this partnership we provide trainings to employees, have signage throughout their building, and are equipped to provide a confidential on-site response to support survivors. With a Bachelor’s degree in business management and a Master’s degree in instructional design, Shauna brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to the board.
Lindsay Kirby is a proud wife, mother, and dedicated community leader. With a background in the financial industry and her own business, Kirby Creative Accounting, she has a lot of experience and a commitment to giving back. She and her husband became home sponsors for CAPSA in memory of her father-in-law, who passed away from cancer in 2019. Lindsay is eager to continue serving the Cache Valley community through her involvement with CAPSA.
We are grateful for the support of our board members, who play a critical role in helping us to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve. The work we do is life-changing and is made possible by this support and leadership.
Thank you Lindsay and Shauna, and welcome to CAPSA’s board!
Today CAPSA, The Dell Loy Hansen Family Foundation and Altabank planned on hosting a CELEBRATION and ANNOUNCEMENT media event. Although we had to cancel this event due to COVID-19, we still wanted to share the news and celebrate at a distance.
SAFE HOMES – CAPSA’S HOUSING PROGRAM
For individuals and families escaping abuse, a safe home is important to the healing process; this is why CAPSA offers multiple housing programs for our clients. The primary program combines rent subsidies with educational workgroups and case management. Families find housing in our community and are able to remain in this program for up to two years as they work towards independence.
Many clients may not qualify for community based housing because of lack of job history, credit damage by abuse or other reasons; therefore, in 2015, CAPSA built Independence Place, a nine home neighborhood. This is the only neighborhood owned by a nonprofit domestic violence service center in Utah. This neighborhood provides a safety net for families who struggle to secure housing. Families in Independence Place participate in the same transitional housing program and can also stay in these homes for up to two years.
CELEBRATION – HOME AND FAMILY SPONSORS
CAPSA’s transitional housing program averages over 30 families – the average annual rent subsidies are $6,000 per family per year. Working with Altabank, CAPSA created a home and family sponsorship program in which organizations and donors sponsor a home and family by covering this annual housing cost.
Altabank was our first sponsor and their vision has led to the following sponsors:
We want to thank all of our sponsors for their support of CAPSA and Safe Homes.
When we started this program, our goal was to obtain nine sponsors; we reached that goal earlier this year. This program now generates more than $50,000 per year supporting CAPSA’s housing program and other core services.
Although you may have already seen the media’s coverage on the opening of the fourplex, we had planned to announce it at this event. This fourplex is CAPSA’s newest extension to our transitional housing program.
The Dell Loy Hansen Family Foundation purchased a fourplex earlier this year for CAPSA’s exclusive use for our transitional housing program. The property was in need of major repairs, so the Real Salt Lake (RSL) Foundation donated $60,000 to completely renovate these homes. They were scheduled to be completed in late April.
However, due to the COVID-19 public crisis, CAPSA needed more emergency shelter space to accommodate the social distancing precautions and increased demand for shelter. In response to the crisis concerns, the RSL Foundation worked with the contractors on this project to finalize and open these units almost a month early.
During this crisis, CAPSA will utilize these units for a combination of emergency shelter and transitional housing.
Lastly, CAPSA is excited to announce that we are in the process of building a second neighborhood called Independence Way. We plan to finish this project later this year.
The need for affordable housing is essential in helping our clients. CAPSA had the opportunity to purchase a planned neighborhood development which includes an existing triplex and five building lots. The total cost for this project is $1.8 million. We are excited to report that this project is 100 percent funded.
We want to highlight the major contributors to this project:
We also had several individual donors that contributed to Independence Way.
Thank you to everyone who supported this project to ensure safe homes for our clients.
We wish we could have shared and celebrated the announcements of these amazing projects with you in person. It is only because of your support that we’re able to accomplish this work – thank you!
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CAPSA is excited to announce Fight Against Domestic Violence, an international foundation based out of Salt Lake City, will be sponsoring the playground in Independence Place for $6,000 per year.
Background
Independence Place, a neighborhood owned and operated by CAPSA, is made up of nine single family homes, a playground, and a neighborhood garden. Part of a larger transitional housing program, Independence Place allows for more flexibility to support families who may not qualify for other housing opportunities. While in CAPSA’s Transitional Housing Program, participants receive housing assistance and continue to work with CAPSA staff for up to two years as they work on life assets.
CAPSA is the first and only nonprofit domestic violence shelter in Utah to build their own neighborhood. Independence Place is considered a flagship transitional housing program for the state of Utah.
“Our clients really start to heal once they are safe and have a place to call home. This is why finding housing is among the first priorities when families enter our emergency shelter,” stated Jill Anderson Executive Director of CAPSA. “The vision of Independence Place is to ensure CAPSA is always able to provide housing to our clients now and in the future. By owning our own housing, it allows us to help more of our clients and their families start new lives free from abuse.”
Independence Place broke ground in 2011 and was completed in 2015. The neighborhood was fully funded by private donations from foundations, businesses, and individuals including the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, the Sorenson Legacy Foundation, Wasatch Property Management Group, Conservice, Sports Academy, Riverwoods Conference Center, Schreiber, and many individual donors. Since 2015, CAPSA has been able to provide housing assistance and housing to an average of 30 families per year.
Independence Place Sponsorship
As a nonprofit, CAPSA relies on community support both financially and through direct support. The Independence Place sponsorship program accomplishes both by raising money to cover many of the neighborhood expenses and fund other outreach services and offset some maintenance cost. It is also to connect the community to CAPSA and demonstrates to our clients they are supported.
“The vision of this sponsorship program is more than just raising money. It is linking the community to CAPSA by giving them ownership in their sponsored home,” stated James Boyd Development Director at CAPSA. “We want these organizations to feel like these homes are their homes. We put their name of the home and give them multiple service project opportunities.”
The amount of $6,000 is the average cost for CAPSA to subsidize housing for our families.
“It is amazing to see how the healing really begins when a family is in a safe home. They begin on a path that changes generations,” stated Anderson. “$6,000 is really a small investment for this family and for our community. We are lucky to have great businesses in our community, and now across the state, who can see this vision and want to support this program and these families.”
Lewiston State Bank became the first home sponsor in January 2018. “This program does so much for our community, and we are happy to be a sponsor,” said Judd Austin, president of Lewiston State Bank. “The Bank takes pride in being an annual sponsor.”
Other businesses join Lewiston State Bank as an ongoing sponsor including Malouf Foundation, Icon Foundation, and MW Construction.
Fight Against Domestic Violence
Fight Against Domestic Violence (FADV) is committed to providing education, awareness, outreach, and resources to domestic violence victims and those who support them.
FADV’s Executive Director, Dr. Jessie Richards, is an Aggie and a long-time supporter of CAPSA and Cache Valley. “CAPSA is such an inspiration,” stated Richards. “It is one of the first shelters to implement a ‘zero-turn-away’ policy, which means it is constantly innovating new ways to support survivors.” Because of her relationship to Logan, FADV has also financially supported research on domestic violence at Utah State.
“CAPSA is a leading voice in Housing First policies, creating safe and stable environments for survivors. We want to be part of their innovation,” stated Brooke Muir, FADV’s Program Director. Muir, and Richards, along with Stephanie Buehner, FADV’s Outreach Director, chose to sponsor CAPSA’s playground at Independence Place starting in January of 2019. “We know how crucial it is for children to feel safe and happy while they are in transitional housing.” Stated Buehner. “That’s why this playground is so important to FADV and to the larger community.”
In addition to sponsoring projects such as the Independence Place playground, FADV provides funds to service providers all over the state. Over a million people each year will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. To provide the best care for victims/survivors, service providers rely on support from corporations and individuals, as federal funding does not fully meet many crisis needs. FADV works to fill those funding gaps by distributing unrestricted “Crisis Cash” grants and facilitating other donations and resources to help support survivors. To get involved, or to become a corporate partner making changing in our community, visit www.fadv.org or send an email to Stephanie@fadv.org.
CAPSA still sponsorship opportunities for four of the homes and the neighborhood garden. By becoming an annual sponsor of a home, an organization will receive signage one of CAPSA’s home, public recognition, and optional team building service opportunities. To secure your sponsorship please contact James Boyd at (435)753-2500 or james@capsa.org.
About
CAPSA is a Cache Valley nonprofit domestic violence, sexual abuse, and rape recovery center serving northern Utah. CAPSA provides trauma informed services including advocacy, emergency shelter, transitional housing, and clinical therapy for women, men, and adolescence impacted by abuse. All services are FREE and confidential. Please call our support line anytime at (435)753-2500 to speak with a trained advocate. Learn more about CAPSA at www.capsa.org.
Fight Against Domestic Violence (FADV) is a 501-c3 organization committed to providing education, awareness, outreach, and resources to domestic violence victims and those who support them. Learn more at www.fadv.org.
Contact
James Boyd, Development Director for CAPSA, james@capsa.org, 435-760-5277 (cell)
Jessie Richards, Executive Director for FADV, Jessie@fadv.org, 801-792-0543 (cell)
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This December, CAPSA has welcomed two new members to its governing board: Christy Glass and Beth Foley. Below is a little bit about them.
Dr. Christy Glass received her Master’s and PhD in Sociology from Yale University. Following her graduation, she began teaching at Utah State University in 2005. In 2016, she was named Researcher of the Year for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Glass primarily studies women in the workforce and their barriers toward promotion, as well as how mothers are perceived in a work environment.
Thank you, Christy for joining with CAPSA to make a difference.
Dr. Beth Foley is Dean of the College of Education and Human Services at Utah State University. She earned her bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in communication disorders from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and she began teaching at Utah State in 1993. She served as head of the Department of Communicative Disorders and Deaf Education from 2004 to 2009. She has also served in the community by aiding individuals with communication disorders at the Cache Employment and Training Center. Internationally, Foley has worked with children in a Mexican orphanage called Gabriel House.
Thank you, Beth for your work!
Learn about the role our board members play on our blog.
Dr. Christy Glass received her Master’s and PhD in Sociology from Yale University. Following her graduation, she began teaching at Utah State University in 2005. In 2016, she was named 
