Orange County Nonprofit Holds Campaign 'Love Is 2022' During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Aliso Viejo (CBSLA) - February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month and one Orange County nonprofit is holding a fundraising event to help survivors of domestic violence and shed light on local resources available to community members.
Laura's House, in Aliso Viejo, is putting on its 'Love Is 2022' campaign Wednesday, Feb. 9 to end domestic violence. Raised funds will be used to help promote healthy relationships for teens in Orange county. The one-day online event has a goal of raising $100,000.
Laura's House estimates that well over 250,000 women and children are directly affected by domestic violence in Orange County, making it higher than the national average.
With offices in North and South Orange County, Laura's House provides safe refuge and supportive services to individuals and families experiencing intimate partner abuse. The organization provides transitional and emergency housing to survivors of domestic violence in Southern California, among other services.
To reach the 24 Hour Toll-Free Hotline dial: 866-498-1511.
If you would like to donate to the 'Love Is' campaign, go here.