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Joanna was worried about her youngest son, Caleb. At 2 years old, he was not reaching any of the developmental milestones his 4-year-old brother, Andrew, had when he was 2. She brought both boys into Bay Point’s First 5 Center, an early childhood development center run by STAND! For Families Free of Violence for children ages 0 to 5 and their parents. While Andrew flourished in his School Readiness classes, Caleb spent his Early Learning classes unresponsive, staring at the walls and easily agitated.

First 5 Bay Point staff noticed his behavior and spoke to Joanna about screening Caleb for developmental delays. Joanna declined the screening, saying Caleb was better at home. It was not until she brought him to the doctor for a hearing test and he refused to cooperate that Joanna realized her son was struggling in ways she did not understand.

“He was starting to hurt me and his brother,” she said.

At their next visit to First 5 Bay Point, which offers free classes to parents and children six days a week, Caleb took the Ages and Stages Questioner (ASQ) assessment—a tool used to detect developmental delays in young children, when intervention is most effective and least expensive.

‘‘[Youth volunteers are] an inspiring

reminder that social change

doesn’t have an age requirement.”

Supporting Early Childhood Development

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24-Hour Crisis Line: 1 (888) 215-5555

CatalystIN THIS ISSUE:• From the CEO

• A STAND!ing Ovation

• Why Volunteering Matters: As Told by STAND! Staff and Volunteers

• Rebuilding Lives Luncheon 2015

• Academy Awards Benefit Party 2016

• STAND!’s Impact Report Online

SPRING 2016

STAND! Youth Volunteers

Dear Friends of STAND!,

As the season changes, our commitment to ending family violence stays the same. And while aspects of our work can be challenging, we nevertheless find much to celebrate. Families reuniting, survivors thriving and children growing up healthy are just some of the reasons we have to be excited about our work and remain hopeful that we can accomplish our mission to end the cycle of violence in Contra Costa County.

This month, we are celebrating causes that move us towards a future free of violence. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, so we are highlighting an incredible program out of Bay Point that protects some of the most vulnerable members of our community—young children—

through screenings and supportive services for the whole family. Every single day in the U.S., between four and seven children are lost to abuse and neglect and those who survive suffer from life-long effects on their health. By promoting healthy development in babies and children and empowering parents to be the best caretakers they can be, we can prevent the violence that claims so many young lives nationwide.

None of our life-saving programs would be possible without the work of our volunteers, who we honor every April during Volunteer Appreciation Month. STAND! was founded in 1977 by a dedicated group of volunteers and nearly 40 years later, they continue to be the backbone of our organization. In this issue, we highlight community groups who give back and hear from the volunteers themselves about why they donate their time to STAND! (And be sure to check out standffov.org/blog to see who gets honored in our monthly STAND!ing Ovation series!)

Our staff, volunteers and supporters work diligently year round to elevate the voices of community members who have experienced violence and to raise awareness of nonviolent solutions. Together, we are able to bring our life-changing services to over 15,000 people every year. Thank you for being part of that change.

In celebration,

Gloria J. Sandoval Chief Executive Officer

From the Chief Executive Officer

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Thank you!

Walnut Creek United Methodist ChurchAnita WeirAndy and Teresa WenzelMs. Tracy WonnellRichard A. WoodmanBetty and Jim Wyrick

FriendsMelissa AbreuMary AdlerAdvanceNet LabsAetna Foundation— Partners In Community GivingAllstate Giving CampaignAmazonSmile FoundationAT&TStephanie BarnettMr. Kenneth A. BartschDaniel and Shirley BeattyMuriel and Donald BentsenNancy BissellJames BootsLoretta BrownRonald and Sharon BrownCalNonprofits Insurance ServicesMs. Adrienne CalominoJanice CattolicaLinda ClarkDiane and Donald ClementsWendy and Anthony CooperDouglas and Virginia CowdenValinda CroxtonJoan D. DavenportMildred DavidsonGary and Leslie DavisGunther de GrootKay and Gunther de GrootKristen and Thierry DessangeHelen DickeyMargaret and Richard DivineDorlene DockusHannah DohertyMack DossFred and Laurienne DotyElectronic Scrip IncorporatedAnthony FranchiFrederick and Elaine FranklinGlenn and Suzanne FriedmanKatherine GalvinJeanne Gibson and Esther HarriDavid and Lorna Golick

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Mary WallMrs. Katie WeibertDonna WhiteNancy and Charles WhyteClark and Marilyn WollenweberGary Zimpel

In-Kind DonationsLori BraunesreitherMichele DimaggioJoe DoserJoshua JohnsonJosephina LopezSandra Sosa-MoralesMarilyn UnderwoodAntioch Lapidary ClubAssociated Services CompanyHila BermanLinda and Edward BestJudy BlondKarla BoddingtonElizabeth BronsonAshley BrownNuzha BukhariKirsten ButlerKarol CallawayCastlewood Country Club Women’s GroupThe Clauson FamilyRuth ConcannonCostco—DanvilleRaghbu DhilimKaren and David DolderMary DoughertyRichard and Joan DoustEllen’s GuildRichard EvansJudy FeinsAriana FilipsStacey FongGive Something Back Community FundDilip and Neela GohilRobin GonzalesMarianne GutierrezJo HarlowErin HartzellSue HobbsPat HoveyJocelyn HoweLinda HughesCarmen JonesWendy KatchmarKatrina RozelleRoko KawaiDonna KimmelAlice KongLafayette United Methodist ChurchLafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church

Sara LapicolaJoanne and Jim LarsonKatie LaughlandBrooke LeCroyCharlene LehnhoffCarl LovioGrace LovioMartinez Police DepartmentWhitney McDougalJanine Monson-SavageKim MuratoreScharlene MurrayNational Charity League —Rolling HillsSusan NelsonVanessa NewellMs. Angela OsorioJudy and Gregory OsorioClaudia OssaRosanna PagsuyuinSue PerinoCarolyn PonRed Bull Distribution CompanyJulie ReidAngela RothermelAgnes RuckerAlejandro SahagunAndy and Suzanne Salmon and FamilyJeanne ShikanySt. Mark’s Lutheran ChurchPatty SteckerKatie StrattonLouise TannoTart OutletTim and Diane TinnesLaura TryboskiKathy TuckerRyslard UrsaniakVictoria’s Secret— Walnut CreekWells FargoStephanie WhitingMary Williamson and Nicky AbdolhosseiniWood Smith Henning & BermanMarie WoodsPatrick and ZinNicole and Tony ZucconiDebbie Zuniga

STAND! has tried to recognize all who have contributed to our work. We apologize if we have inadvertently omitted or misspelled any name. Please advise us of any errors so that we may correct our records. Contact Kris Jachens at (925) 603-0138 or krisj@standffov.org

Board of Directors:CHAIR Cheryl O’Connor

VICE CHAIR Kim Seney

SECRETARY Jan Price

ASSISTANT SECRETARY Nadia Costa

TREASURER Tim Truesdale

MEMBERS Linda Best Bill Brown Kitty Cole Darlene Espinoza Soraya Golesorkhi Eric Maldonado Gleb Polyakov Gloria J. Sandoval Mike Wojcik

Catalyst is published by STAND! For Families Free of Violence

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Mission StatementSTAND! For Families Free of Violence is a catalyst for breaking the multi-generational cycle of violence, promoting safe and strong relationships, and rebuilding lives.

Tribute GiftsIn Honor of All Who Have Suffered K. Cory Mann

In Celebration of Ali Bell Melissa Abreu

In Honor of Barbara Bentley and Rex Johnston Donna Rammell

In Memory of James P. Butler Jr. Carolyn Butler

In Honor of Jessica, Adam, & Arlo Cargin at Christmas Victoria Waldow

In Honor of Angie Coffee Marsha and Richard Servetnick

In Honor of Kitty Cole Platt Inc. Real Estate

In Honor of Liana Day Williams Elizabeth and Stephen Dietsch

In Memory of Ellen Fisher Seymour I. Cohen

In Honor of Frances C. Hovey Anonymous

In Honor of Michael Jordan Hannah Doherty

In Memory of Tari LaCourt Angelo LaCourt

In Memory of Rollie Mullen Patricia McGinnis Elizabeth Martin Daniel Murphy

In Honor of My Mom Gina Sarbo

In Memory of Ken Purchase Betty Purchase

In Honor of Cindy Saba Marion M. Peterson

In Honor of Gloria J. Sandoval Diane Rosenstine

In Celebration of Mike Trejo’s 50th Birthday Katie Weibert

In Honor of Laurie Wolkow Gloria J. Sandoval

Opportunities at STAND!Are you interested in working for STAND!? There are opportunities available to join our clinical, development, intervention and prevention departments. Go to www.standffov.org/jobs for a full list of open positions.

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Thank you!

Donor Recognition Report: 10/1/15–2/29/16Cash DonationsPlatinum Circle ($25K+)Chevron Products CompanyCrescent Porter Hale FoundationEast Bay Community FoundationThe Thomas J. Long FoundationDean and Margaret Lesher Foundation

Diamond Circle ($10K+)Bank of America FoundationVerizon Wireless— Hopeline

Gold Circle ($5K+)ACGBank Of America Charitable Gift FundBlue Shield of California FoundationPeter and Jennifer ClausonJon DicksonJanice and Stephen HamillHeffernan FoundationIn-N-Out Burger FoundationHolly and Ryan LindsayDavid NiverSchwab Charitable Fund

Silver Circle ($2,500+)BAC Community BankBrenden Mann FoundationCarolyn ButlerMabel Horrigan FoundationPacific Service Credit UnionSoroptimist International of RichmondSpight Family FoundationSt. Anselm’s Episcopal Church

Benefactors ($1K+)Bill BrownKent BucklesCherida Collins SmithContra Costa CountyKen and Lynn CoxKatherine and Naozer Dadachanji

Caitlin DoranDavid and Cindy DurantFidelity Charitable Gift FundIBM Employee Services CenterDr. and Mrs. Roger LangLawrence Livermore National LaboratoryRichard and Marty LewisMr. Alvin LiewMatson FoundationMary McKennaMerrill Lynch Bank of America CorporationAwais MughalNeil and Amelia McDaniel Charitable TrustMr. Michael PotemraRoxanne RyanSalesforceMargaret and Graham SeelMarsha and Richard ServetnickEryn SmithSteve and Therese Sheehy SornsinSt. Perpetua ChurchUnited Way of the Bay AreaVanguard Charitable Endowment ProgramWells Fargo Community Support—DoTopiaMargie Williams and Mark Anderson

Sponsors ($500+)Carol E. ArabianMichael and Cynthia AttiyehCecily BarclayKathryn Beck and Sean BuckleyAnthony and Angela BilichJerilyn Block NelsonSpencer and Tracy BrogRebecca BurrKate ChristensenKitty ColeCrosspoint Realty Services, Inc.David and Tracy DachsDavid and Mary DewaltDNG Group, Inc.Darlene EspinozaFox & Bank LLPBarbara FoxcroftGail FugereGive with Liberty Employee Donations

Kathline GomesCindy GrantMelinda GrossLuman and Marilyn HughesIBM Retiree Charitable CampaignKris A. Jachens and Jonathan GritzerJoaquin Murrieta #13 E. Clampus VitusKaiser Permanente Community Giving CampaignDebra LlamaMakoff Family FoundationNancy and Martin MazzantiPatricia McMahonMira Vista United Church Of ChristHonorine Emma MisnerEmmet MonaghanRenee MullerDaniel MurphyMary and Ron OlowinPacific Gas and Electric Campaign For The CommunityParish of St. Joan of ArcKelli RantzMarcie SchadeSoroptimist International of San RamonJessica and Mike StokesDavid and Linda SturgisJohn TempletonJ. Christopher Thompson, DDSToll Bridge TolersKathleen and John UrbanMs. Grace WilbanksLouise Zivnuska

Patrons ($250+)Robert and Ruth AndrewsBank of America Employee Giving CampaignLynn and Jason BaskettBenjamin Madison Wealth Advisors LLCMs. Susan BensonCache Creek Casino ResortCecile ChaconasCarol and William ChiassonChristina CisnerosEdward Domning and Elise Marshall

Ms. Carol DoreMolly DugganJonas DupuichFidelity Brokerage Services, LLCLeslie FisherEsquire Morgan ForseyFrontstreamKathleen and Bill HammGayl and Harlan HirschfeldLeslie HoltRonell and Leonard IaleggioLynn Marie and George JacksonMary Jane and Rich LaufenbergAlan W. LazereMarty LenziJames and Claire MarchianoBrenda MatusichBrigid McCaw and William FinzerLaura MerrittMiramonte High SchoolCatherine NakaharaDavid and Suzan RequaMark and Beth RubenMr. and Mrs. Philip SandersGina SarboJoanne SidwellMs. Marie SimonsMr. Gary S. SkrelGary & Carolyn SnyderSt. Marks Lutheran ChurchStyle House-Home Staging, Design & Consulting LLCMonica SullivanRobin TownleyAngie TraxingerBeth TulleyElse and Betty Buchwald UnderwoodUnited Airlines Employee GivingUnited Way California Capital RegionValley Quail Chapter E.G.A.Jacqueline WandryLeonard WhortonAndrea Wood

Supporters ($100+)Lorene and Steven AndersonMark and Elizabeth AphughJames Ball and Anita Weir

Bank of the West Employee Giving ProgramDr. James BardsleyKathryn Ann Barnhart and John Lockhart McCarthyMario BeltranBenevity Community Impact FundLinda BisesiKaren BrockwellJohn ByasCastle & Grace, Inc.Leslie ChalmersArthur and Gail ClarkeW. Daniel ClintonSeymour I. Cohen, MDConcord United Methodist ChurchCharles and Susan CouchConstance L. CoutsSteve and Jean CuffJulie Marie Torres CyganMarian DobbelareJudy and Thomas DomenoAlbert Dytch and Andrea SimmsCarol and Robert ElizondoLynne and Albert ElizondoMr. and Mrs. Christopher ErdleMaureen S. FischlDale A. Fousel and Deborah EverettLen and Michael FryerVirginia FullartonAnn GalindoGap Foundation Gift Match ProgramJoyce and Thomas GliddenSandi and Todd GritzerHair by Dallas & CompanyFrede S. HammesEllen & Allan HauskensCharles HenryAnn HolzhueterBarbara KarlMary and Shane KelleyKathleen Kingsley and Scott ClarkGregory and Kelsey KobayashiRobert and Linda KochlyManish KothariJames and Judy LabbeMarilyn LapicolaMarilyn Lawver

Gail and Mark LevieMarc and Beatrice LittlejohnDelores & John LoagueJames and Barbara Lockie-BrownTheodore and Barbara LynchMrs. Rene MaherWendy MaloneDiane and Bob MalucelliK Cory MannLarry MarLea MasonChancellor James D. MatherFlorence and Malcom McAuleySusan and Bryan McCaulSherry McVayConstance MenziesValerie and Geoffrey MeredithMurline MonatOlivia Moore-JonesAdela Tan and John G. MoriDaphne and Edward MorrisJim and Gwen NearyCharles R. Olson and Yoko WatanabeMary Lou OsurKatie and Heath OwensbyVirginia and Michael PeiserMarion PetersonPatricia and W. Alan PfeifferPhiloptochos Society St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox ChurchPlatt Inc Real EstateRon and Janice ReeseLee and Greg ReimersRenaissance Charitable Foundation, Inc.Laurie & Rudolph ReichLaurel RossChaplain Michael SchiffKay SeybertJoyce and Richard ShappeeDoris A. SlaterDana SlausonSomething Old Something NewMs. Mary SorensonTheodore and Denise SpyrowLarry SuarezCurt WadeSusan Walls

SUPPORTING EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT Continued from cover

After a further referral and an in-depth assessment, Caleb was diagnosed with high functioning autism, a developmental disorder characterized by peculiarities in speech and language, the inability to interact successfully with peers and problems with non-verbal communication, among other indicators.

Thanks to First 5’s screening tool, Caleb began receiving services to aid in his development. In addition to the individual support they receive at the Regional Center, Caleb and Joanna also participate in First 5 Bay Point’s weekly class for children with developmental delays. By intervening early, both Caleb and Joanna got the support and guidance they need to get off to a good start and learn how to thrive while adjusting to Caleb’s autism. Now 4 years old, he is enjoying preschool and is beginning to speak.

As for Joanna, she has become one of STAND!’s biggest advocates for screening children for developmental delays.

“Even if you don’t think they need it, have your child assessed,” she says. “Once I knew about Caleb’s autism, I could understand him more and support his development better. I don’t get frustrated with him anymore because I know that, for a child with autism, his behavior is normal.”

STAND!’s First 5 Bay Point center advocates passionately for early detection of delays not only for the impact it can have on children’s development, but also for its value as a tool for child abuse prevention.

While over 6 million children are abused every year in the U.S., kids with disabilities or developmental delays are nearly 3.5 times more likely to be victims of abuse or neglect than those without.

While Caleb is not being abused or neglected, children with autism, Down syndrome or an intellectual disability are especially vulnerable to physical abuse because parents can become frustrated by the child’s behavior and respond harshly.

First 5 Bay Point offers free developmental delay screening for every child that comes through the center, as well as classes to teach parents about child development and their own child’s unique strengths and challenges. Identifying a delay early can help mitigate frustration and confusion for both parents and children while helping the whole family access the support and resources they need.

ASQ screening is only one of many services STAND! provides at First 5 Bay Point. Serving a primarily Spanish-speaking community, the center teaches English-language skills to prepare children for school. Last school year, 85% of kindergarteners who had been enrolled in the First 5 Bay Point language skills program were able to start in mainstream kindergarten, as opposed to being placed in an English as a Second Language (ESL) program. By preparing kids to be successful in school, First 5 can prevent frustration—and the oft-accompanying violence—down the road.

“We work a lot on self-esteem,” says Vicki Coster, Prevention Manager at First 5 Bay Point. “This program is all about giving people the skills they need in life so they don’t find themselves in unhealthy situations.”

With free classes in Early Learning (for 0–3 year olds), Parent Education and School Readiness (for 4–5 year olds), STAND!’s First 5 center in Bay Point supports health, happiness and success for the whole family.

Give to STAND! and Help End the Cycle of ViolenceYour gift will make it possible for survivors of abuse to access the assistance they need

to rebuild their lives, for parents to learn nurturing, violence-free techniques and for

youth to educate their peers on identifying and stopping unhealthy dating relationships.

Together we can end the multi-generational cycle of family violence.

Visit support.standffov.org to make a contribution today. Thank you for your support!

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A STAND!ing Ovation for...

LOPC

Helping Hands for All

Academy Awards Benefit Volunteers

‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘I was able to complete the volunteer training. During the training I came up

with lots of ideas... there are so many things I want to do! Staff and volunteers I have met and worked with so far have been some of the loveliest people!” — WENDY KATCHMAR, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2015

I dedicate my work to the hurt, the scared, the chance for positive opportunities, the ones that reach out for help to improve their lives, the ones that know they need help, the ones that want a change, the ones that know they can make a difference, the ones that care about themselves and others.” — SANDEE OLIVER, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2012

With my volunteer hours I honor all domestic violence survivors and the many incredible, dedicated advocates I have worked with over the years. I am thankful to both for inspiring me to continue doing what I can to help people realize the fulfilling, safe, happy lives we all deserve.” —WENDY RAPHEL, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2011

The YESS program matters because people who are affected have a place to go.  If STAND! wasn’t here, there might be no other group that does what STAND! is doing.” — BRIAN ALVAREZ, YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LEADER

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‘‘Volunteers are such a vital part of STAND!’s work.  STAND! was started nearly 40 years ago by a small but dedicated group of volunteers operating out of a small closet in Lafayette. Even though the organization has grown significantly since then, we still could not provide services to the hundreds of families we serve each year without the help of our talented and committed volunteers! YOU ROCK!” —GLORIA SANDOVAL, CEO

I want to honor all of the community members who have joined us to decrease violence in Contra Costa. It is more than just dedicating their time—volunteers become community-based agents of change. I strongly believe that STAND! cannot do this work alone. Thank you for partnering with us. Thank you for supporting us. And thank you for STAND!ing with us to make our community stronger.” —GRETCHEN ELLIS, VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

STAFF:

‘‘‘‘I want to say: Thank you volunteers! Without you, fewer clients would be

served by our agency. Your willingness to give of your time to help others is appreciated not only by STAND!, but by the staff and clients we serve.” —EDNA HERNANDEZ, HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

As a nonprofit organization, STAND! would not be possible without its volunteers; they are the heart of this organization and they help define the crux of our mission to commit to this work for the community by the community. Our team is grateful for the energy they bring daily, a constant reminder of true benevolence, the purity of the human spirit and the unwavering commitment to the survivors we all serve.” —DEBORAH SON, CRISIS AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE SERVICES MANAGER

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Volunteering with STAND! gives me the opportunity to develop a deeper connection with the organization and the great work they do. I have had the opportunity to hear personal experiences from the clients, which gives me a better understanding of the critical role STAND! plays in ending the cycle of family violence. Volunteering also allows more people from our industry to get involved personally and give back in a personal way.” — CHERYL O’CONNOR, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2012; BOARD CHAIR

I have endlessly loved my volunteer work with STAND! as a crisis intervention counselor. My heart is in this organization and the work that they do. I was drawn to this work as I am a survivor of domestic violence myself, and I wanted to lend my support to others who are going through the same experiences. I dedicate my work to all who are afraid to come forward and who need a voice and support. The clients at STAND! have helped me grow and heal from my past experiences as well!” —CASSIE BROWN, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2009

STAND! helps you recognize how to stop any abuse that is going on, help others stop it and prevent it from getting worse…I would dedicate my work to my mother because I now have the opportunity and I understand what she went through.  I can be that one person that she never had around to help her prevent the abuse.” — ODALIS MILAN, YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LEADER

Why Volunteering Matters: As Told by STAND! Staff and Volunteers

Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian ChurchOn February 21, the congregation of Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church (LOPC) gathered at the Rollie Mullen Center for One Sunday, their annual day of volunteering at STAND! Over 30 volunteers from the church rolled up their sleeves to deep clean and paint the communal living room, remove old cabinets and sinks, install new ceiling tiles and more. They breathed new life into the community garden and brightened up the children’s Rainbow Room with a fresh coat of paint. LOPC has a deep commitment to their community and is a longtime friend and supporter of STAND! One Sunday is a great example of how much difference just one day of volunteering can make.

Helping Hands for AllSTAND! staff are passionate about prevention work with youth, so we were thrilled to learn about Helping Hands for All, a group of young people (ages 7–17) who have self-organized to support local organizations. Each month they select an organization and collect donations from the community to support the organization’s mission. This past January, Helping Hands for All collected clothing, food and hundreds of pairs of new shoes for residents of STAND!’s emergency shelter. They hand-delivered the donations after school and stayed to learn about STAND!’s programs and why their support matters. Helping Hands for All represents the support, collaboration and action it takes to break the multi-generational cycle of violence. Their group is an inspiring reminder that social change doesn’t have an age requirement.

Academy Awards Benefit VolunteersNone of the glitz and glamour behind this year’s Academy Awards Benefit Party would have been possible without the hard work of our volunteers. From preparing auction items and setting up the venue to serving food and selling raffle tickets, our volunteers were there to make sure the night ran smoothly. Special thanks go out to: Danielle, who helped the Development and Marketing team every step of the way; Eric, who for the past seven years has flown all the way from the Pacific Northwest to support STAND! at this event; and Karen, who worked tirelessly soliciting donations for our silent auction.

Volunteer Appreciation DinnerJoin us! The theme is “Celebrating and Dedicating” and the event is open to all staff and volunteers.

April 28, 2016, 5:30–7:00 pm • 1410 Danzig Plaza RSVP to volunteer@standffov.org

VOLUNTEERS:

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A STAND!ing Ovation for...

LOPC

Helping Hands for All

Academy Awards Benefit Volunteers

‘‘‘‘‘‘‘‘I was able to complete the volunteer training. During the training I came up

with lots of ideas... there are so many things I want to do! Staff and volunteers I have met and worked with so far have been some of the loveliest people!” — WENDY KATCHMAR, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2015

I dedicate my work to the hurt, the scared, the chance for positive opportunities, the ones that reach out for help to improve their lives, the ones that know they need help, the ones that want a change, the ones that know they can make a difference, the ones that care about themselves and others.” — SANDEE OLIVER, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2012

With my volunteer hours I honor all domestic violence survivors and the many incredible, dedicated advocates I have worked with over the years. I am thankful to both for inspiring me to continue doing what I can to help people realize the fulfilling, safe, happy lives we all deserve.” —WENDY RAPHEL, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2011

The YESS program matters because people who are affected have a place to go.  If STAND! wasn’t here, there might be no other group that does what STAND! is doing.” — BRIAN ALVAREZ, YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LEADER

‘‘

‘‘Volunteers are such a vital part of STAND!’s work.  STAND! was started nearly 40 years ago by a small but dedicated group of volunteers operating out of a small closet in Lafayette. Even though the organization has grown significantly since then, we still could not provide services to the hundreds of families we serve each year without the help of our talented and committed volunteers! YOU ROCK!” —GLORIA SANDOVAL, CEO

I want to honor all of the community members who have joined us to decrease violence in Contra Costa. It is more than just dedicating their time—volunteers become community-based agents of change. I strongly believe that STAND! cannot do this work alone. Thank you for partnering with us. Thank you for supporting us. And thank you for STAND!ing with us to make our community stronger.” —GRETCHEN ELLIS, VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

STAFF:

‘‘‘‘I want to say: Thank you volunteers! Without you, fewer clients would be

served by our agency. Your willingness to give of your time to help others is appreciated not only by STAND!, but by the staff and clients we serve.” —EDNA HERNANDEZ, HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

As a nonprofit organization, STAND! would not be possible without its volunteers; they are the heart of this organization and they help define the crux of our mission to commit to this work for the community by the community. Our team is grateful for the energy they bring daily, a constant reminder of true benevolence, the purity of the human spirit and the unwavering commitment to the survivors we all serve.” —DEBORAH SON, CRISIS AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE SERVICES MANAGER

‘‘

‘‘

‘‘

Volunteering with STAND! gives me the opportunity to develop a deeper connection with the organization and the great work they do. I have had the opportunity to hear personal experiences from the clients, which gives me a better understanding of the critical role STAND! plays in ending the cycle of family violence. Volunteering also allows more people from our industry to get involved personally and give back in a personal way.” — CHERYL O’CONNOR, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2012; BOARD CHAIR

I have endlessly loved my volunteer work with STAND! as a crisis intervention counselor. My heart is in this organization and the work that they do. I was drawn to this work as I am a survivor of domestic violence myself, and I wanted to lend my support to others who are going through the same experiences. I dedicate my work to all who are afraid to come forward and who need a voice and support. The clients at STAND! have helped me grow and heal from my past experiences as well!” —CASSIE BROWN, VOLUNTEER SINCE 2009

STAND! helps you recognize how to stop any abuse that is going on, help others stop it and prevent it from getting worse…I would dedicate my work to my mother because I now have the opportunity and I understand what she went through.  I can be that one person that she never had around to help her prevent the abuse.” — ODALIS MILAN, YOUTH AGAINST VIOLENCE LEADER

Why Volunteering Matters: As Told by STAND! Staff and Volunteers

Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian ChurchOn February 21, the congregation of Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church (LOPC) gathered at the Rollie Mullen Center for One Sunday, their annual day of volunteering at STAND! Over 30 volunteers from the church rolled up their sleeves to deep clean and paint the communal living room, remove old cabinets and sinks, install new ceiling tiles and more. They breathed new life into the community garden and brightened up the children’s Rainbow Room with a fresh coat of paint. LOPC has a deep commitment to their community and is a longtime friend and supporter of STAND! One Sunday is a great example of how much difference just one day of volunteering can make.

Helping Hands for AllSTAND! staff are passionate about prevention work with youth, so we were thrilled to learn about Helping Hands for All, a group of young people (ages 7–17) who have self-organized to support local organizations. Each month they select an organization and collect donations from the community to support the organization’s mission. This past January, Helping Hands for All collected clothing, food and hundreds of pairs of new shoes for residents of STAND!’s emergency shelter. They hand-delivered the donations after school and stayed to learn about STAND!’s programs and why their support matters. Helping Hands for All represents the support, collaboration and action it takes to break the multi-generational cycle of violence. Their group is an inspiring reminder that social change doesn’t have an age requirement.

Academy Awards Benefit VolunteersNone of the glitz and glamour behind this year’s Academy Awards Benefit Party would have been possible without the hard work of our volunteers. From preparing auction items and setting up the venue to serving food and selling raffle tickets, our volunteers were there to make sure the night ran smoothly. Special thanks go out to: Danielle, who helped the Development and Marketing team every step of the way; Eric, who for the past seven years has flown all the way from the Pacific Northwest to support STAND! at this event; and Karen, who worked tirelessly soliciting donations for our silent auction.

Volunteer Appreciation DinnerJoin us! The theme is “Celebrating and Dedicating” and the event is open to all staff and volunteers.

April 28, 2016, 5:30–7:00 pm • 1410 Danzig Plaza RSVP to volunteer@standffov.org

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Donor Recognition Report: 10/1/15–2/29/16Cash DonationsPlatinum Circle ($25K+)Chevron Products CompanyCrescent Porter Hale FoundationEast Bay Community FoundationThe Thomas J. Long FoundationDean and Margaret Lesher Foundation

Diamond Circle ($10K+)Bank of America FoundationVerizon Wireless— Hopeline

Gold Circle ($5K+)ACGBank Of America Charitable Gift FundBlue Shield of California FoundationPeter and Jennifer ClausonJon DicksonJanice and Stephen HamillHeffernan FoundationIn-N-Out Burger FoundationHolly and Ryan LindsayDavid NiverSchwab Charitable Fund

Silver Circle ($2,500+)BAC Community BankBrenden Mann FoundationCarolyn ButlerMabel Horrigan FoundationPacific Service Credit UnionSoroptimist International of RichmondSpight Family FoundationSt. Anselm’s Episcopal Church

Benefactors ($1K+)Bill BrownKent BucklesCherida Collins SmithContra Costa CountyKen and Lynn CoxKatherine and Naozer Dadachanji

Caitlin DoranDavid and Cindy DurantFidelity Charitable Gift FundIBM Employee Services CenterDr. and Mrs. Roger LangLawrence Livermore National LaboratoryRichard and Marty LewisMr. Alvin LiewMatson FoundationMary McKennaMerrill Lynch Bank of America CorporationAwais MughalNeil and Amelia McDaniel Charitable TrustMr. Michael PotemraRoxanne RyanSalesforceMargaret and Graham SeelMarsha and Richard ServetnickEryn SmithSteve and Therese Sheehy SornsinSt. Perpetua ChurchUnited Way of the Bay AreaVanguard Charitable Endowment ProgramWells Fargo Community Support—DoTopiaMargie Williams and Mark Anderson

Sponsors ($500+)Carol E. ArabianMichael and Cynthia AttiyehCecily BarclayKathryn Beck and Sean BuckleyAnthony and Angela BilichJerilyn Block NelsonSpencer and Tracy BrogRebecca BurrKate ChristensenKitty ColeCrosspoint Realty Services, Inc.David and Tracy DachsDavid and Mary DewaltDNG Group, Inc.Darlene EspinozaFox & Bank LLPBarbara FoxcroftGail FugereGive with Liberty Employee Donations

Kathline GomesCindy GrantMelinda GrossLuman and Marilyn HughesIBM Retiree Charitable CampaignKris A. Jachens and Jonathan GritzerJoaquin Murrieta #13 E. Clampus VitusKaiser Permanente Community Giving CampaignDebra LlamaMakoff Family FoundationNancy and Martin MazzantiPatricia McMahonMira Vista United Church Of ChristHonorine Emma MisnerEmmet MonaghanRenee MullerDaniel MurphyMary and Ron OlowinPacific Gas and Electric Campaign For The CommunityParish of St. Joan of ArcKelli RantzMarcie SchadeSoroptimist International of San RamonJessica and Mike StokesDavid and Linda SturgisJohn TempletonJ. Christopher Thompson, DDSToll Bridge TolersKathleen and John UrbanMs. Grace WilbanksLouise Zivnuska

Patrons ($250+)Robert and Ruth AndrewsBank of America Employee Giving CampaignLynn and Jason BaskettBenjamin Madison Wealth Advisors LLCMs. Susan BensonCache Creek Casino ResortCecile ChaconasCarol and William ChiassonChristina CisnerosEdward Domning and Elise Marshall

Ms. Carol DoreMolly DugganJonas DupuichFidelity Brokerage Services, LLCLeslie FisherEsquire Morgan ForseyFrontstreamKathleen and Bill HammGayl and Harlan HirschfeldLeslie HoltRonell and Leonard IaleggioLynn Marie and George JacksonMary Jane and Rich LaufenbergAlan W. LazereMarty LenziJames and Claire MarchianoBrenda MatusichBrigid McCaw and William FinzerLaura MerrittMiramonte High SchoolCatherine NakaharaDavid and Suzan RequaMark and Beth RubenMr. and Mrs. Philip SandersGina SarboJoanne SidwellMs. Marie SimonsMr. Gary S. SkrelGary & Carolyn SnyderSt. Marks Lutheran ChurchStyle House-Home Staging, Design & Consulting LLCMonica SullivanRobin TownleyAngie TraxingerBeth TulleyElse and Betty Buchwald UnderwoodUnited Airlines Employee GivingUnited Way California Capital RegionValley Quail Chapter E.G.A.Jacqueline WandryLeonard WhortonAndrea Wood

Supporters ($100+)Lorene and Steven AndersonMark and Elizabeth AphughJames Ball and Anita Weir

Bank of the West Employee Giving ProgramDr. James BardsleyKathryn Ann Barnhart and John Lockhart McCarthyMario BeltranBenevity Community Impact FundLinda BisesiKaren BrockwellJohn ByasCastle & Grace, Inc.Leslie ChalmersArthur and Gail ClarkeW. Daniel ClintonSeymour I. Cohen, MDConcord United Methodist ChurchCharles and Susan CouchConstance L. CoutsSteve and Jean CuffJulie Marie Torres CyganMarian DobbelareJudy and Thomas DomenoAlbert Dytch and Andrea SimmsCarol and Robert ElizondoLynne and Albert ElizondoMr. and Mrs. Christopher ErdleMaureen S. FischlDale A. Fousel and Deborah EverettLen and Michael FryerVirginia FullartonAnn GalindoGap Foundation Gift Match ProgramJoyce and Thomas GliddenSandi and Todd GritzerHair by Dallas & CompanyFrede S. HammesEllen & Allan HauskensCharles HenryAnn HolzhueterBarbara KarlMary and Shane KelleyKathleen Kingsley and Scott ClarkGregory and Kelsey KobayashiRobert and Linda KochlyManish KothariJames and Judy LabbeMarilyn LapicolaMarilyn Lawver

Gail and Mark LevieMarc and Beatrice LittlejohnDelores & John LoagueJames and Barbara Lockie-BrownTheodore and Barbara LynchMrs. Rene MaherWendy MaloneDiane and Bob MalucelliK Cory MannLarry MarLea MasonChancellor James D. MatherFlorence and Malcom McAuleySusan and Bryan McCaulSherry McVayConstance MenziesValerie and Geoffrey MeredithMurline MonatOlivia Moore-JonesAdela Tan and John G. MoriDaphne and Edward MorrisJim and Gwen NearyCharles R. Olson and Yoko WatanabeMary Lou OsurKatie and Heath OwensbyVirginia and Michael PeiserMarion PetersonPatricia and W. Alan PfeifferPhiloptochos Society St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox ChurchPlatt Inc Real EstateRon and Janice ReeseLee and Greg ReimersRenaissance Charitable Foundation, Inc.Laurie & Rudolph ReichLaurel RossChaplain Michael SchiffKay SeybertJoyce and Richard ShappeeDoris A. SlaterDana SlausonSomething Old Something NewMs. Mary SorensonTheodore and Denise SpyrowLarry SuarezCurt WadeSusan Walls

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After a further referral and an in-depth assessment, Caleb was diagnosed with high functioning autism, a developmental disorder characterized by peculiarities in speech and language, the inability to interact successfully with peers and problems with non-verbal communication, among other indicators.

Thanks to First 5’s screening tool, Caleb began receiving services to aid in his development. In addition to the individual support they receive at the Regional Center, Caleb and Joanna also participate in First 5 Bay Point’s weekly class for children with developmental delays. By intervening early, both Caleb and Joanna got the support and guidance they need to get off to a good start and learn how to thrive while adjusting to Caleb’s autism. Now 4 years old, he is enjoying preschool and is beginning to speak.

As for Joanna, she has become one of STAND!’s biggest advocates for screening children for developmental delays.

“Even if you don’t think they need it, have your child assessed,” she says. “Once I knew about Caleb’s autism, I could understand him more and support his development better. I don’t get frustrated with him anymore because I know that, for a child with autism, his behavior is normal.”

STAND!’s First 5 Bay Point center advocates passionately for early detection of delays not only for the impact it can have on children’s development, but also for its value as a tool for child abuse prevention.

While over 6 million children are abused every year in the U.S., kids with disabilities or developmental delays are nearly 3.5 times more likely to be victims of abuse or neglect than those without.

While Caleb is not being abused or neglected, children with autism, Down syndrome or an intellectual disability are especially vulnerable to physical abuse because parents can become frustrated by the child’s behavior and respond harshly.

First 5 Bay Point offers free developmental delay screening for every child that comes through the center, as well as classes to teach parents about child development and their own child’s unique strengths and challenges. Identifying a delay early can help mitigate frustration and confusion for both parents and children while helping the whole family access the support and resources they need.

ASQ screening is only one of many services STAND! provides at First 5 Bay Point. Serving a primarily Spanish-speaking community, the center teaches English-language skills to prepare children for school. Last school year, 85% of kindergarteners who had been enrolled in the First 5 Bay Point language skills program were able to start in mainstream kindergarten, as opposed to being placed in an English as a Second Language (ESL) program. By preparing kids to be successful in school, First 5 can prevent frustration—and the oft-accompanying violence—down the road.

“We work a lot on self-esteem,” says Vicki Coster, Prevention Manager at First 5 Bay Point. “This program is all about giving people the skills they need in life so they don’t find themselves in unhealthy situations.”

With free classes in Early Learning (for 0–3 year olds), Parent Education and School Readiness (for 4–5 year olds), STAND!’s First 5 center in Bay Point supports health, happiness and success for the whole family.

Give to STAND! and Help End the Cycle of ViolenceYour gift will make it possible for survivors of abuse to access the assistance they need

to rebuild their lives, for parents to learn nurturing, violence-free techniques and for

youth to educate their peers on identifying and stopping unhealthy dating relationships.

Together we can end the multi-generational cycle of family violence.

Visit support.standffov.org to make a contribution today. Thank you for your support!

Dear Friends of STAND!,

As the season changes, our commitment to ending family violence stays the same. And while aspects of our work can be challenging, we nevertheless find much to celebrate. Families reuniting, survivors thriving and children growing up healthy are just some of the reasons we have to be excited about our work and remain hopeful that we can accomplish our mission to end the cycle of violence in Contra Costa County.

This month, we are celebrating causes that move us towards a future free of violence. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, so we are highlighting an incredible program out of Bay Point that protects some of the most vulnerable members of our community—young children—

through screenings and supportive services for the whole family. Every single day in the U.S., between four and seven children are lost to abuse and neglect and those who survive suffer from life-long effects on their health. By promoting healthy development in babies and children and empowering parents to be the best caretakers they can be, we can prevent the violence that claims so many young lives nationwide.

None of our life-saving programs would be possible without the work of our volunteers, who we honor every April during Volunteer Appreciation Month. STAND! was founded in 1977 by a dedicated group of volunteers and nearly 40 years later, they continue to be the backbone of our organization. In this issue, we highlight community groups who give back and hear from the volunteers themselves about why they donate their time to STAND! (And be sure to check out standffov.org/blog to see who gets honored in our monthly STAND!ing Ovation series!)

Our staff, volunteers and supporters work diligently year round to elevate the voices of community members who have experienced violence and to raise awareness of nonviolent solutions. Together, we are able to bring our life-changing services to over 15,000 people every year. Thank you for being part of that change.

In celebration,

Gloria J. Sandoval Chief Executive Officer

From the Chief Executive Officer

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Walnut Creek United Methodist ChurchAnita WeirAndy and Teresa WenzelMs. Tracy WonnellRichard A. WoodmanBetty and Jim Wyrick

FriendsMelissa AbreuMary AdlerAdvanceNet LabsAetna Foundation— Partners In Community GivingAllstate Giving CampaignAmazonSmile FoundationAT&TStephanie BarnettMr. Kenneth A. BartschDaniel and Shirley BeattyMuriel and Donald BentsenNancy BissellJames BootsLoretta BrownRonald and Sharon BrownCalNonprofits Insurance ServicesMs. Adrienne CalominoJanice CattolicaLinda ClarkDiane and Donald ClementsWendy and Anthony CooperDouglas and Virginia CowdenValinda CroxtonJoan D. DavenportMildred DavidsonGary and Leslie DavisGunther de GrootKay and Gunther de GrootKristen and Thierry DessangeHelen DickeyMargaret and Richard DivineDorlene DockusHannah DohertyMack DossFred and Laurienne DotyElectronic Scrip IncorporatedAnthony FranchiFrederick and Elaine FranklinGlenn and Suzanne FriedmanKatherine GalvinJeanne Gibson and Esther HarriDavid and Lorna Golick

Ronald and Kay GoodyearJoanne and Herbert GordonRobert and Arlene HegartyRamisha HortonCarlos Yarber and Victoria Howard-YarberAngel JohnsonJustGive.orgWayne and Paulette KingGerald and Rosette KochWayne KorsinenAngelo LaCourtBeverly and James LaneCherrie LaTrasseLawrence Livermore National Laboratory HOME CampaignMs. Elaina Rose LovejoyCarol MagaJeannine MakelyElizabeth MartinAnn McBridePatricia McGinnisTracy MeggersonSally and Robert MehaffeyDiana MiddletonBenjamin MillerShannan MoultonHelen NewmanLisa OlsenKatherine OwensBarbara PiephoSteve and Tristan PiperPeter and Winnie PoonKen and Betty PurchaseDonna RammellJohn and Deborah RegoNeotha and Jerry RichardsonMerle and Edward RitchieDiane RosenstineFaye L. RubioBetty RussellKen and Lori SaffierGloria J. SandovalSave Mart SupermarketsKathleen SchreinerDave and Maureen SeidenChitra ShanmugamMery Lynn Shuer, LCSWRichard SilbertRoberta SternBlanca and Norman StrandinEdward and Barbara TonningsenMariae and Charles TumeltyRuth and Henry TysonVictoria Waldow

Mary WallMrs. Katie WeibertDonna WhiteNancy and Charles WhyteClark and Marilyn WollenweberGary Zimpel

In-Kind DonationsLori BraunesreitherMichele DimaggioJoe DoserJoshua JohnsonJosephina LopezSandra Sosa-MoralesMarilyn UnderwoodAntioch Lapidary ClubAssociated Services CompanyHila BermanLinda and Edward BestJudy BlondKarla BoddingtonElizabeth BronsonAshley BrownNuzha BukhariKirsten ButlerKarol CallawayCastlewood Country Club Women’s GroupThe Clauson FamilyRuth ConcannonCostco—DanvilleRaghbu DhilimKaren and David DolderMary DoughertyRichard and Joan DoustEllen’s GuildRichard EvansJudy FeinsAriana FilipsStacey FongGive Something Back Community FundDilip and Neela GohilRobin GonzalesMarianne GutierrezJo HarlowErin HartzellSue HobbsPat HoveyJocelyn HoweLinda HughesCarmen JonesWendy KatchmarKatrina RozelleRoko KawaiDonna KimmelAlice KongLafayette United Methodist ChurchLafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church

Sara LapicolaJoanne and Jim LarsonKatie LaughlandBrooke LeCroyCharlene LehnhoffCarl LovioGrace LovioMartinez Police DepartmentWhitney McDougalJanine Monson-SavageKim MuratoreScharlene MurrayNational Charity League —Rolling HillsSusan NelsonVanessa NewellMs. Angela OsorioJudy and Gregory OsorioClaudia OssaRosanna PagsuyuinSue PerinoCarolyn PonRed Bull Distribution CompanyJulie ReidAngela RothermelAgnes RuckerAlejandro SahagunAndy and Suzanne Salmon and FamilyJeanne ShikanySt. Mark’s Lutheran ChurchPatty SteckerKatie StrattonLouise TannoTart OutletTim and Diane TinnesLaura TryboskiKathy TuckerRyslard UrsaniakVictoria’s Secret— Walnut CreekWells FargoStephanie WhitingMary Williamson and Nicky AbdolhosseiniWood Smith Henning & BermanMarie WoodsPatrick and ZinNicole and Tony ZucconiDebbie Zuniga

STAND! has tried to recognize all who have contributed to our work. We apologize if we have inadvertently omitted or misspelled any name. Please advise us of any errors so that we may correct our records. Contact Kris Jachens at (925) 603-0138 or krisj@standffov.org

Board of Directors:CHAIR Cheryl O’Connor

VICE CHAIR Kim Seney

SECRETARY Jan Price

ASSISTANT SECRETARY Nadia Costa

TREASURER Tim Truesdale

MEMBERS Linda Best Bill Brown Kitty Cole Darlene Espinoza Soraya Golesorkhi Eric Maldonado Gleb Polyakov Gloria J. Sandoval Mike Wojcik

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Joanna was worried about her youngest son, Caleb. At 2 years old, he was not reaching any of the developmental milestones his 4-year-old brother, Andrew, had when he was 2. She brought both boys into Bay Point’s First 5 Center, an early childhood development center run by STAND! For Families Free of Violence for children ages 0 to 5 and their parents. While Andrew flourished in his School Readiness classes, Caleb spent his Early Learning classes unresponsive, staring at the walls and easily agitated.

First 5 Bay Point staff noticed his behavior and spoke to Joanna about screening Caleb for developmental delays. Joanna declined the screening, saying Caleb was better at home. It was not until she brought him to the doctor for a hearing test and he refused to cooperate that Joanna realized her son was struggling in ways she did not understand.

“He was starting to hurt me and his brother,” she said.

At their next visit to First 5 Bay Point, which offers free classes to parents and children six days a week, Caleb took the Ages and Stages Questioner (ASQ) assessment—a tool used to detect developmental delays in young children, when intervention is most effective and least expensive.

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reminder that social change

doesn’t have an age requirement.”

Supporting Early Childhood Development

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CatalystIN THIS ISSUE:• From the CEO

• A STAND!ing Ovation

• Why Volunteering Matters: As Told by STAND! Staff and Volunteers

• Rebuilding Lives Luncheon 2015

• Academy Awards Benefit Party 2016

• STAND!’s Impact Report Online

SPRING 2016

STAND! Youth Volunteers