The Victim Assistance Program is celebrating 36 years of providing free and confidential services to victims of crime during National Crime Victims’ Rights Week observances from
April 13-19, 2008.

A Candlelight Vigil to remember victims of crime will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, located at 1361 West Market Street in Akron, on Sunday, April 13 starting at 6 p.m.  The vigil is free and open to the public.

“Our Candlelight Vigil really touches the hearts of our staff and volunteers as we join with the families who have lost loved ones as a result of crime,” said Dr. Robert Denton, Executive Director of the Victim Assistance Program.  “This is a time when victims have the opportunity to put words to many of their thoughts and feelings.  It's a time to stop and think about the immense, deep impact of violence across the landscape of our lives. These are stories that are too important to remain silent.”
 
The local National Crime Victims’ Rights Week luncheon will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:45 a.m. at the Greek Community Center located at 129 South Union Street in Akron.  The speaker will be Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann.  The cost is $15.50 per person and tickets are available by contacting Victim Assistance at (330) 376-0040.

The Victim Assistance Program is a non-profit organization providing free and confidential services to approximately 20,000 victims of crime each year in Summit County.  Operating funding is provided from grants and private donations.  Victim Assistance advocates and counselors provide services to victims of crime including crisis intervention, court support, court advocacy, counseling and referrals to appropriate services.     

Additional information about services offered by Victim Assistance is available by calling The Victim Assistance Program at (330) 376-0040.

Fundraising Events

ANNUAL MARDI-GRAS FUNDRAISER

Join the fun for the Annual Mardi Gras celebration at Todaro's  Party Center.  The evening will include fabulous oral and silent  auctions, open bar, and a delicious dinner.  We will dance to the music  provided by The Deacons.

The event, which begins at 6 pm, underwrites a significant percent of  the annual budget and provides emergency victim services items. Sponsor opportunities and tickets can be  obtained by calling Shelley  at The Victim Assistance Program office, 330-376-0040.

Please Call Now! As this event requires significant planning and effort  to provide you with a great experience!

Watch our website for an updated list of auction items!

Remembrance Events

NATIONAL VICTIM RIGHTS WEEK CANDLELIGHT VIGIL ST. PAUL'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
"Victim's Rights: Every Victim. Every Time."

The Victim Rights Week Candlelight Vigil is one of the most moving events hosted eacy year by VAP. The evening focuses on the experiences of victims as they share their journeys through the valley of violence.

Please join us as we locally initiate National Victim Rights Week. To participate please call 330-376-0040.

HELP PROVIDE A SPECIAL HOLIDAY FOR OUR FAMILIES

Victim Assistance Program will be providing and delivering approximately 160 holiday baskets in December  to victims of crime and trauma in Summit County.  Baskets are provided as a way of letting the victims know that the harm caused by crime is not forgotten at this special time of the year.  Each basket will include a complete holiday meal and toys for the children in the home.

Monetary donations are welcome!  Please send your checks made out to Victim Assistance Program to P.O. Box 444, Akron, Ohio  44309-0444.  For further information, please contact Shelley at 330-376-0040.

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