Group wants PEACE in Polson

POLSON – Prevention and Education of Abuse in Christian Environments is a new organization in Polson and we will be hosting a fundraiser this month.

In honor of October as domestic violence awareness month, Prevention and Education of Abuse in Christian Environments, or PEACE, will hold its first official fundraiser from 6 to 8 p.m., Oct. 24 at the Mission Valley Aquatics Center.

Desserts and hors d’oeuvres will be served at the silent art auction while collectors place their bids on beautiful artwork from local artists. A short presentation about the organization will be given at 6:45 p.m. as the bidding wraps up at 7:30 p.m.

For more information email peaceofpolson@gmail.com or call 406-270-9160.

PEACE is a non-profit corporation that stands against Intimate Partner Violence in the Christian Community by raising awareness, teaching on misinterpreted Biblical principles and providing resources for clergy, victims and perpetrators.

Programs include sending advocates to churches and other social settings to bring awareness to the issue of violence within the church community. Volunteers address dating violence with students in local schools, and distribute resources and provide mentoring for clergy, victims and perpetrators on how to effectively deal with abusive situations.