For Doorways, greater safety-net needs lead to innovative techniques

By Scott McCaffrey

As it moves forward in a three-year, $10 million fund-raising drive, one Arlington-based social-safety-net provider says community support is needed now more than ever.

“This is not a time to roll back the progress we have made. Our work is not over,” said Michelle Sagatov, speaking at an Oct. 13 breakfast sponsored by Doorways for Women and Families.

The “Brighter Futures” breakfast, now in its eighth year, is designed both to introduce the community to Doorways’ work, and encourage them to become boosters of the organization. It takes place annually in October, which is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

A record 450 people were on hand for the 2016 event, held this year at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City.

Sagatov is a co-chair of Doorways’ Campaign for Brighter Futures, which over the past year has raised $6.5 million toward its $10 million goal.

“Every single dollar will fill a vital need” in support of Doorways’ work against domestic and sexual abuse, she said.

Among those who can attest to the important of support is Danielle, a Doorways client who left an abusive marriage with several children in tow.

With Doorways’ help, “I’ve found my voice,” Danielle said. Continue reading at InsideNOVA.