The Committee to Aid Abused Women

Contact Information

Amy Saathoff

Director of Development and Community Outreach

329-4150

caaw_reno@charter.net

1735 Vassar Street

Reno, NV 89502

Social Media: Website

Comment: www.caaw.org. Everything we do in outreach has to be carefully considered due to the violent nature we are confronted with daily

Organization Information

Mission: The Committee to Aid Abused Women (CAAW), an Organization for Families, provides free, confidential, bilingual services to families in Washoe County, Nevada, as they seek to end the abuse in their lives. CAAW’s mission, Changing Lives â€" Ending Family Violence, guides the work of the organization and unites its endeavors.

Sector(s): Abuse Prevention, Children, Education, Families, Health/Well-Being, Housing, Women's Issues

Service Area: Washoe County

501c(3) Organization? Yes

Founded: Established in 1977 in Reno NV (33 years strong)

Volunteering

Seeking Board Members? Yes

Volunteer Needs: 24-Hour Emergency Hotline

Answer the call and offer vital peer counseling to those in crisis. Emergency hotline volunteers receive training in resources and procedures, peer counseling, legal issues and shelter placement. TPO Office – Provide needed assistance and support to those seeking legal protection. TPO office volunteers receive training in legal issues, TPO procedures, peer counseling and resources, and stand ready to give back to the community. Residential Services – Donate your time to assist with crafts, educational and support groups or family outing. Board of Directors and Committees – Your valuable professional input and contacts could be needed to provide the inspiration and structure behind CAAW services as a member of CAAW Board of Directors. Events – CAAW annual events include our annual Hannah Humanitarian Awards and Phone-A-Thon fundraiser are great opportunities to assist in ending violence in our community.

Group Volunteering Available? Yes

Comment: CAAW annual events include our annual Hannah Humanitarian Awards and Phone-A-Thon fundraiser are great opportunities to assist in ending violence in our community. These only require a short-term commitment and provide a fun environment to help victims of domestic violence.

Accepted Age Groups: Young Professionals (22-39), Seniors (age 65+)

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Skills-Based Opportunities? Yes

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Giving

Giving Needs: Operations, Programs, Capital, Endowment,

Development Plan? Yes

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Wish List? Yes

Comment: We have several long term needs for buildings, etc.but our typical wish list for everyday. All paper products (kleenex and printing paper); Cleaning supplies ; Baby products/diapers; Office supplies; Food/coffee/juice/snacks; Bus passes; Gift certificates to restaurants, gas stations, haircuts, massages,etc.

Major Giving? Yes

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Special Events aimed to: Raise Funds, Create Awareness, , Recognize Supporters

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Volunteers Needed? Yes

Sponsorships Available? Yes