Representing Laura’s House in the dance competition will be board member Laverne Friedmann
Ladera Ranch, Calif., March 27, 2014 – Laura’s House, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to change the social beliefs, attitudes and behaviors that perpetuate domestic violence, while creating a safe space in which to empower individuals and families affected by abuse, today announced that for the fourth year in a row, it is a beneficiary of the San Clemente Sunrise Rotary “Dancing for a Cause” event.
“Dancing for a Cause” is a semi-formal event based on the hit TV show, “Dancing with the Stars.” During the event, participants from each beneficiary organization will be paired with a professional dance partner from South Coast Dancesport. Laura’s House board member Laverne Friedmann will compete for monetary prizes and the coveted “Top Dancer” trophy. Additionally, Laura’s House will receive 100% of the proceeds from the sponsorship dollars raised in support of Friedmann’s participation in the event.
Friedmann is a steadfast supporter of Laura’s House, and has been involved with the organization for nearly a decade, helping to build awareness and raise funds that support the programs and services the organization provides to individuals and families affected by domestic violence. She has served on the Laura’s House Board of Directors since 2013, and currently serves as President of Friedmann & Friedmann Insurance Services, Southern California’s leading privately held insurance firm, which she founded in 1988.
“I am thrilled to be representing Laura’s House in the 2014 ‘Dancing for a Cause’ event,” said Friedmann. “We are grateful to the San Clemente Sunrise Rotary Club for their ongoing support of our organization through this annual event, as well as the monetary and in-kind donations that the Club and its members have so generously given throughout the year. For a number of years now, the San Clemente Sunrise Rotary has served as one of our most dedicated community partners, and we would like to thank them for helping us build greater awareness for domestic violence here on our community.”
“Dancing for a Cause” will take place on Friday, May 9 at 6:00 p.m. at Casino San Clemente, located at 140 West Pico Avenida in San Clemente. The event will commence with a reception, photo opportunity and silent auction, followed by dinner catered by Iva Lee’s, the dance competition, live auction and dancing.
Other beneficiaries for the 4th Annual “Dancing for a Cause” event include San Clemente Sunrise Rotary; San Clemente Kiwanis; San Clemente Abolitionists; Rotary Foundation; and, Words of Comfort, Hope & Promise. Tickets to “Dancing for a Cause” are available through the San Clemente Sunrise Rotary Club for $125 each. For more information, call Mervyn Lawrie at (949) 584-4579.
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About Laura’s House
The mission of Laura’s House is to change the social beliefs, attitudes and the behaviors that perpetuate domestic violence while creating a safe space in which to empower individuals and families affected by abuse.
In 2014, Laura’s House is celebrating its 20th anniversary of serving those whose lives have been affected by domestic violence. During the past 20 years, Laura's House has provided shelter and support services to more than 4,000 battered women and children and counseling, life skills education and legal assistance to over 45,000 persons.
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