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The final cost of the new Facility, not including the property, was almost $275,000. IYigon Development constructed the building and contributed greatly to costs. And due to such donations, the new outreach facility is currently $50,000 away from being mortgage-free.
SAFE receives funding from both the federal and state government. Two-thirds of SAFE’S total funding comes from grants. Likewise, individuals and local businesses play a large role in the organization.
“It’s important to have the money, but it’s really great to have that support. When you’re going up for grants, they want to know who else is supporting you and that really helps our cause,” said Bevins.
Both DeDomenico-Payne and Bevins contribute the move into the new facility to the multitude of donors who gave generously to their cause.
“They are why we’re here. It could be anything from the largest donation we’d ever had, to the people who bring in $5, all of it counts and is important,” said Bevins. “Everything is needed, whether it be furniture, clothing, or food, we are very grateful.”
To address the needs of the community, SAFE’S new'facility features amenities that employees say were vital to the facilities’ success.
The new building is equipped with a handicap accessible apartment to house battered victims who cannot be accommodated at SAFE’s shelter, such as the elderly, abused males, or the wheelchair bound.
See SAFE, Page B6
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