Media Advisory & News Release
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Media Advisory Contact: Kaysha Rajani Dir. of Development and Communications [email protected] Office: 559.237.4706 | Direct: 559.487.1313 Marjaree Mason Center Hosts a Candlelight Vigil to Commemorate Domestic Violence Victims WHAT: Marjaree Mason Center will host its first Candlelight Vigil in order to give victims’ families the opportunity to commemorate their loved ones, who have suffered fatal consequences due to domestic violence, and to know that they are not alone. WHO: Two guests will speak about the life of their loved ones who were victims of domestic violence as well as their time dealing with their loss. WHEN: CANDLELIGHT VIGIL: Friday, May 26, 6-8 p.m. WHERE: Marjaree Mason Center 1600 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721 (M and Calavera St.) WHY: Often, families aren’t given the opportunity to commemorate the life of their loved ones. The Majaree Mason Center gives the families a moment to grief and share the life of their loved ones.
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Media Advisory
Contact: Kaysha RajaniDir. of Development and [email protected]: 559.237.4706 | Direct: 559.487.1313
Marjaree Mason Center Hosts a Candlelight Vigil to Commemorate Domestic Violence Victims
WHAT: Marjaree Mason Center will host its first Candlelight Vigil in order to give victims’ families the opportunity to commemorate their loved ones, who have suffered fatal consequences due to domestic violence, and to know that they are not alone.
WHO: Two guests will speak about the life of their loved ones who were victims of domestic violence as well as their time dealing with their loss.
WHEN: CANDLELIGHT VIGIL: Friday, May 26, 6-8 p.m.
WHERE: Marjaree Mason Center1600 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721(M and Calavera St.)
WHY: Often, families aren’t given the opportunity to commemorate the life of their loved ones. The Majaree Mason Center gives the families a moment to grief and share the life of their loved ones.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities will be available during the speeches by family members and once all candles are lit.
The Majaree Mason Center provides emergency and longer-term Safe Housing, and a wide variety of support services for victims of domestic violence in Fresno County. See the website, mmcenter.org.
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Contact: Kaysha RajaniDir. of Development and [email protected]: 559.237.4706 | Direct: 559.487.1313
Marjaree Mason Center to Host a Candlelight Vigil to Commemorate Domestic Violence Victims
(Friday, May 26 – Fresno, Calif.) – For the first time, the Marjaree Mason Center will host a candle light vigil in order to commemorate domestic violence victims and give their families a moment to grieve while giving them the opportunity to know that there are not alone.
The event is opened to the public and there is no cost to attend but candlesticks will be sold for a five-dollar donation.
“I’m a firm believer that every life is a gift and every person deserves to be treated with respect,” said Nicole Dibuduo Linder, MMC’s Executive Director.
Marjaree Mason Center is Fresno County's only dedicated provider of domestic violence shelter and support services, including education for victims and youth.
For more than 30 years the Marjaree Mason Center has stayed true to its mission and has strategically sought opportunities to ensure the Center remains a constant benefit to the community.
More information about the Candlelight Vigil is available at mmcenter.org
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About MMC: The Majaree Mason Center provides emergency and longer-term Safe Housing, along with a wide variety of support services for victims of domestic violence in Fresno County.
