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6th Annual Purple Purse

May 17 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Free

Purple Purse raises money to support victims/survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault right here in Blair County. Join us for basket raffles, silent auctions for name brand and/or fashionable purses, a live auction for The Premier Purse of the event, dinner, a speaker and more!
Funds raised during last year’s event enabled the program to:
• Serve a total of 1046 Blair County victims and survivors who experienced abuse, assault, or other violent crimes. 198 of them were children.
• Assist with filing 460 final Protection Orders such as PFA’s (Protection From Abuse) helping to keep residents safe from abuse and harm.
• Other services provided by the Victim Services Program include:
• Accompaniment to law enforcement and prosecutors if moving through criminal justice system
• Accompaniment in court proceedings
• Accompaniment for medical forensic exams, Rape kits
• Civil legal representation for divorce, custody, support, etc.
• Housing
• Emergency shelter
• Crisis Counseling
• 24/7 Helpline information and referrals
And so much more!
Join us for a night of fun, fashion, and friends and help us help residents in Blair County break free from abuse and violence.

Details

Date:
May 17
Time:
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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https://www.facebook.com/FSIVictimServices

Organizer

FSI Victim Services Program
Phone:
(814) 944-3583
View Organizer Website

Venue

Blair County Convention Center
1 Convention Center Drive
Altoona, 16602 United States
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Phone:
814.943.5392
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