Martha’s Vineyard Community Services CONNECT Makes History

MARTHAS VINEYARD, MA — A major donation is helping Martha’s Vineyard Community Services strengthen its fight against domestic and sexual violence.

CONNECT to End Violence has received a historic $30,000 donation from LadyFest Martha’s Vineyard, according to a Facebook post by Martha’s Vineyard Community Services.

The generous contribution will help sustain essential, confidential services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy and access to resources that help individuals and families find safety and begin healing.

The funding will also allow CONNECT to expand its reach and continue making a difference in the lives of those who need support.

In the Facebook post, Susan Mercier, director of CONNECT to End Violence, thanked LadyFest for its contribution.

“LadyFest donations allow us to think outside the box of the everyday ... and expand our services,” Mercier said.

With the historic donation, CONNECT can continue providing critical resources and support to survivors across Martha’s Vineyard.