Hopeful Horizons held its “V-Oscars” on Dec. 10 to honor the organization’s volunteers and outstanding service.
“Volunteers are critical to Hopeful Horizons,” said Kristin Dubrowski, Hopeful Horizons’ CEO. “I wish to congratulate all of the award winners and thank each and every volunteer for their service.”
The 2020 Awards were presented via Zoom to:
Marilyn Mueller, outstanding service to the Charles St. office
Lary Jones of Bluffton, outstanding service to the Bluffton and Okatie offices
Carol McGrath, outstanding service to the emergency domestic violence shelter
Jennifer Palmer of Hilton Head, outstanding service as a hospital advocate
Beth Young of Beaufort, Race4Love Chairwoman, outstanding service with fundraising
Helen Tallone, outstanding service with the Strengthening Families Program
Gail Temple, outstanding service in community education
The Hopeful Horizons Volunteer of The Year Award was given to Dr.Mary Helen Niemeyer for her generous gift of her time, talent and dedication over the past year.
A special award, the Hopeful Horizons Award, was given to rape crisis volunteer Cinda Seamon of Hilton Head for her more than three decades of services to Hopeful Horizons. Read more here.
New Board Members for 2021 Hopeful Horizons is pleased to announce new members of its Board of Directors:
Michelle Elliott, Realtor, Weichert Realtors
Tom Faas, CPA, BDO Seidman
Pamela Steele, Hilton Head Island Elementary School
Sally McAlister, Retired Health Scientist
2021 Board of Directors Officers:
Chairperson: Meredith Bannon, Esq., The Bannon Group
Chair-Elect: Jim Rumer
Treasurer: Sandi Atkins
Secretary: Jennifer Moneagle
“I feel very fortunate to work with such a dedicated, talented and generous board of directors,” said Kristin Dubrowski, CEO of Hopeful Horizons. “These individuals are a driving force for ending abuse and changing lives in our community.”
Several board member positions are currently open. If you are interested in serving, please take a moment to explore our website and fill out an application.
Don't miss this year's Race4Love!
There’s a fun option for everyone:
Walk4Love Friday, Feb. 19
Race4Love Saturday, Feb. 20
Or do the event virtually
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Grants Allow for Increased Services
Thanks to a generous grant from the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Foundation, we are now able to provide financial assistance for mediation, process servers and guardians ad litem. These costs can add up quickly for a person leaving an abusive relationship and seeking a divorce or child support.
Bargain Box and Berkeley Hall have awarded grants to Hopeful Horizons for services at the Bluffton office. These funds will be used to provide enhanced and expanded services to victims of child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault in Southern Beaufort County. The Bluffton office of Hopeful Horizons offers a full array of services for survivors, including therapy and support groups. Therapy is available for speakers of Spanish as well.
“Our presence in the Bluffton/Hilton Head area is critical as we are seeing an increasing number of clients in this part of Beaufort County,” said Hopeful Horizons CEO Kristin Dubrowski. “The Bluffton Office also allows for easier access to services for families in Jasper County.”
