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5K Walk/Run, 10K Run

Day-of registration begins at 8:30a.m., Race starts at 9:30a.m.

$15.00 pre-registration fee

Dogs and strollers welcome.  Participants are encouraged to show their support by wearing purple!

       *If you are on a sponsor team, please register by contacting Karen Burke at 671-5714.

Join us for the the 3rd Annual Race for the End of Domestic Violence, benefiting Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services and Womencare Shelter!  Last year's race was a success and we are looking forward to even more participants, more fun, and more support this year. 

Participants are encouraged to set up teams and to obtain pledges to raise funds to support domestic violence services in Whatcom County.  All proceeds will benefit Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County and Womencare Shelter.

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Please read the race waiver prior to registration.

Enjoy a day of golf at the renowned Bellingham Golf and Country Club on September 9, 2010!  Shotgun is at 1:00pm; the tournament will be followed by dinner, draw prizes, and awards.  Teams are comprised of four players and will play in the Recreational (Scramble), Competitive (Best Ball), or Ladies Division (Scramble). Enter the raffle for your chance to win a cruise from Exit Realty, golf merchandise, restaurant gift certificates, and more!

Register a 4-Person Team

Register as an Individual Player (on a team)

Ready for some fun?  Check out pictures and more from the 2009 Tournament!

Sponsors include:

Tiffany Bergsma-Evans of                

Lori Reece of                             

Sharon Yonally of

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Thanks also to:

DVSAS is hosting several community events during SAAM.  Download the Sexual Assault Awareness Month calendar and find out where and when to be!

Events Information

Friday/Saturday, April 2-3: Improvathon at the Upfront Theatre.  Help DVSAS win a benefit show at the Upfront Theatre by going  to any show during the Improvathon and signing-in for DVSAS at the door.  The nonprofit with the most logged attendee hours wins! 

Friday, April 16: Victim's Rights March.  More details to be announced. 

Saturday, April 17: Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Men's March.  This march, hosted by Western Men Against Violence, asks men to literally walk one mile in women's high-heeled shoes to bring attention to something that can be difficult to talk about: violence against women.  11am, WWU-Red Square and ends at Boundary Bay for a post-march party!

Friday, April 23: Whatcom County’s Fifth Annual Denim Day. In 1999, the Italian Supreme Court overturned a rape conviction because the victim was wearing jeans. The Justices stated that since removing jeans "...is impossible if the victim is struggling with all her might," the victim must have assisted the attacker in removing her jeans, which they felt implied consent.  Denim Day began as a heated response to this verdict. However, it has now evolved into an internationally celebrated day to show your support for ending sexual violence, honoring survivors and raising awareness of the issue.  Participate by wearing jeans to work/school!

Sunday, April 25: The documentary, Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes,  will be shown at the Wild Buffalo.  This film goes beyond the glitz of hip-hop to explore gender roles in hip-hop and rap music through the lens of filmmaker Byron Hurt, a former college quarterback-turned-activist. Great film!  8pm, Wild Buffalo.

Friday, April 30: Victory Over Violence Luncheon.   This inspiring luncheon celebrate survivors' victories over violence and supports the essential crisis intervention and prevention education services provided by DVSAS.  This year, we are pleased to host Lane Judson as the keynote speaker.  Lane Judson’s daughter, Crystal Brame, was killed in a domestic violence murder-suicide in 2003 by her husband, the police chief of the Tacoma Police Department.  11:30am-1:15pm, Northwood Hall.  Free, donations requested during event.

Victory Over Violence Luncheon: Friday, April 30

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Each year, over 200 business leaders, politicians, service providers, and community members join together at the Victory Over Violence Luncheon to celebrate survivors' victories over violence and support the essential crisis intervention and prevention education services provided by DVSAS. 

This year, we are pleased to host Lane Judson as the keynote speaker.  Lane Judson’s daughter, Crystal Brame, was killed in a domestic violence murder-suicide in 2003 by her husband, the police chief of the Tacoma Police Department.  Mr. Judson will speak of the pain behind this highly-publicized tragedy and discuss future implications for communities addressing domestic violence.

Friday, April 30
11:30am-1:15pm
Northwood Hall
Free of charge, Donation will be requested
Buffet lunch provided

Register now or call (360)671-5714 to reserve your spot.

Event Sponsorship opportunities are still available

Through a variety of publicity materials, event sponsors increase their visibility in the community while supporting essential services at DVSAS.  See our sponsorship options and fill out a sponsorship form now!  We are happy to work with you to find the package that works best for your company.

2010 Victory Over Violence sponsors include:

Think YOU have what it talks to walk a mile in her shoes?  The Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Men's March, hosted by Western Men Against Violence, asks men to literally walk one mile in women's high-heeled shoes to bring attention to something that can be difficult to talk about: violence against women.  But as hundreds of men take to the streets, the message will be heard loud and clear, "We are ready to end violence against women!"  Show your support for ending violence, raise money for Dometsic Violence and Sexual Assault Services (DVSAS), and be a part of the fun!

How to Walk the Walk

When and Where: Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Men's March will be held on Saturday, April 17 and begins in Red Square at WWU.  Registration and pre-march rally begin at 11am. 

Teams: Go solo or start a team!  Encourage other to join your team to raise the most awareness.Team members can also help one another raise money for DVSAS.  Each individual should fill out a registration form with the team name. Write team name on the pledge form as well.

Pledges: Participants are encouraged to obtain pledges to support DVSAS. Participants who donate or raise $50 or more will receive a Walk a Mile in Her Shoes t-shirt.  Prizes will be given to teams that raise the most funds!  Bring pledges and pledge form to the event.  Checks should be made out to Western Men Against Violence or DVSAS (all checks given to Western Men Against Violence will be rerouted to DVSAS).  Click here to download a pledge form.

Celebrate at Boundary Bay Beer Garden!  Post-march celebration is at Boundary Bay Beer Garden, 1-4pm with music, raffles, food, drinks and more.  Join us!

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2009 Walk a Mile Pictures:

We had a lot of fun at this year’s event! We want to thank all the players, sponsors and volunteers!

The Winners were!

• Best Corporate Representation Award – Heath Tecna for their flying golf cart!
• Competitive Team –  The Denson & Myiow Team blew everybody away with a 49 in best ball play. Amazing! ($400 thanks to Dawson Construction)
• Recreational Team – The Gossamites (Dickersons, Goss and Brown) squeaked  out a win with a 63 in scramble play. (4 Bobs Barkley Gift certificates)
• Ladies Team –  Chicago Title #1 (Sandy Weaver, Lana George, Stephanie Tobkin and Maureen Christman took it all with a 71 in scramble play.  (They are heading to Scotty Browns for great food with $100 each in gift certificates)
• Jim Chambers won the Porsche weekend his KP at 10 feet 3 inches.  Thanks to Roger jobs for doubling the prize and giving away a 2^nd weekend!
• Other winners included Byron Sprague for long drive (Thanks to Tiffany at Peoples Bank), Biff Dickerson won the Abby Home and Land Golf Bag, Bonnie Larson won ladies long drive (Thanks to Anthony’s). Mandy Goodman picked up a long drive too and enjoyed dinner at Hearthfire.

The Real Winner was Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Services of Whatcom County (DVSAS) where you raised $11,000!  That is almost 3 times the results from last year.  In this economy we couldn’t be more proud or thankful to our sponsors and players!

Great Moments!

• John Moullen winning the cruise and cash and donating $500 on the spot back to DVSAS. Now that’s class!
• James Pelmore and Mike Hays dueled to a tie in the putting contest holing a 60 foot sandy putt.  Mike won the play off and took the long shot for $5,000.00 narrowly missing the $5,000 prize (donated by The Foster’s at Muljat)
• Sharon Yonally at Golf Savings Bank provided a great morning buffet and feast that kept us fueled throughout the day.
• An early arriving player walked up to the reception and bought $500 in raffle tickets. WOW!
• Debra Cook of Security First Mortgage, raising $600 at number 12 for the Porsche contest and offering her patented refreshmentsall day to stave the heart and exhaustion.  Also thanks to deb for her generous $1000.00 check.

What’s coming next year!  We’ll keep you posted but expect the same great weather and expect some big surprises.  Also expect more great prizes and more fun!

Stay tuned and keep on practicing for next year!

-Doug Foster

Committee Members

Chair: Doug Foster (Muljat Group), Co-Chair: Sue Stremler (Exit Realty)

Members: Nina Denson (Re/Max), Sandy Weaver (Chicago Title), Mike Rawls, (Coldwell Miller) Michael Erickson (Whatcom Land Title), Lorena Foster, (Muljat Group), Sharon Yonally (Golf Savings Bank), Leena Kirschman, (Neighborhood Mortgage), Deborah Cook (Security First Home Mortgage), Michelle Clark (Re/Max)

Honorary Members: John Moullen (Barkley Company) and the Barkley Company Team – Thanks!

2009 Sponsors – Thank You All!

We hope to see you at next year's event.  Date and location to be announced soon!