Founder & Executive Director Janice Pettigrew and President Donna Shaw participated in the United Way V. I. P. (Volunteer Initiative Program) event held October 12, 2006. The event took place at United Way’s downtown headquarters. Fresh Start for Women and many other nonprofit organizations were available to share information about their organization, goals and strengths to potential board members and volunteers.Noted Ms. Shaw, “We are looking to strengthen our board with members who can bring skills to the table that will allow us to grow and expand. The need for grant writers, legal expertise, counseling as well as experience or interest in marketing and public relations are tops on our list.”
Organizations in attendence also had an opportunity to discuss common interests and learn how through collaboration to better serve their communities. Persons interested in becoming a board member or volunteer for Fresh Start for Women should email contact@freshstartforwomen.org.
