Crisis Center raffle, silent auction open to all supporters

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia has opened its Dianne Masters Cup Charity Golf Outing raffle, silent auction and Fund-a-Need opportunities.

Through 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, supporters can go online to buy tickets for the item raffle, bid on items in the silent auction and opt to donate specific amounts to Fund-a-Need for victims of domestic violence and their children.

The Crisis Center has set a goal of raising $15,000 through its online Dianne Masters Cup giving opportunities. To participate, visit http://dmcgolfevent20.givesmart.com or text DMCgolfevent20 to 76278.

Just $5 buys a chance to win one of 14 raffle prize baskets packed full of donated items. The silent auction features 11 items to bid on, including a Nintendo Switch Lite and golf foursomes at top-rated local courses. The Crisis Center is also offering several Fund-a-Need giving levels. For instance, a contribution of $20 covers transportation to a confidential location for a victim of domestic violence, and $50 pays for a night of emergency shelter.

For more information, contact Lisa Molloy at (708) 429-7255 or lmolloy@crisisctr.org. Register today to support the Crisis Center!

The Crisis Center’s annual golf outing pays tribute to the Crisis Center’s co-founder, Dianne Masters, who would have celebrated her 74th birthday last month. Masters established a crisis hotline in the kitchen of her home to help victims of domestic violence. Tragically, in 1982, Dianne lost her life at the hands of her husband. But for those closest to her, it strengthened their resolve to continue the mission. Today, the Crisis Center continues to honor Dianne’s legacy by partnering with the community to provide safety, strength and hope to victims of domestic violence and their children. The Crisis Center has impacted the lives of more than 60,000 people since it was founded 41 years ago.

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia’s mission is to provide emergency shelter and other essential services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence and to address the societal issues that contribute to domestic violence.

Visit www.crisisctr.org for more information on the Crisis Center for South Suburbia, ways to support its mission, and the services it provides.