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ANN ARBOR, MI - An annual fundraiser benefiting an Ann Arbor-area domestic violence shelter and named in honor of the beloved corgi of Zingerman’s co-founder Ari Weinzweig is back for its seventh year. The Jelly Bean Jump Up fundraiser runs through February and benefits SafeHouse Center, a shelter and sexual abuse advocacy organization based in Pittsfield Township. All proceeds from sales at Zingerman’s Mail Order Warehouse Shop at 710 Phoenix Drive in Ann Arbor on Friday, Feb. 11, will be donated to SafeHouse, officials said. Weinzweig started the fundraiser in 2016 after his dog, named Jelly Bean, died the year prior. More from The Ann Arbor News:Celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend with these downtown Ann Arbor specialsDetroit Zoo chimp gets chance at life thanks to Michigan Medicine surgeon‘This is political theater.’ Ann Arbor council argues over accuracy of investigation reportWho was in a relationship with Mark Schlissel?

Zingerman’s Community of Businesses is hosting its 7th annual fundraiser benefitting SafeHouse Center.

Between Friday, Oct. 29, and Sunday, Oct. 31, the Boylesque Drag will perform at three in-person events around Washtenaw County.

WASHTENAW COUNTY, MI - Washtenaw County leaders heard emotional testimony from two women who said they were forced to leave SafeHouse Center, an Ann Arbor domestic violence shelter, and then unanimously voted to devote $75,000 to survivors left without critical assistance by the embattled nonprofit. “The conditions at SafeHouse were absolutely deplorable,” said another, who added she left the shelter while receiving death threats from her abuser. Washtenaw County funds SafeHouse, which also runs a 24/7 helpline, to the tune of at least $250,000 annually, the resolution said. “We are the county’s safety net,” Dill said of stopgap measures to support survivors. SafeHouse Center’s board also announced Wednesday the law firm it had initially hired to conduct the internal investigation had withdrawn based on “pre-existing affiliations with certain institutions that employ select SafeHouse board members,” according to a statement.

SafeHouse Center, a nonprofit, operates a 24/7 helpline and a free shelter for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. As of Tuesday, Sept. 28, Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners Chair Sue Shink and Commissioners Shannon Beeman, Caroline Sanders and Katie Scott had signed the statement. The nonprofit’s board includes Washtenaw County’s sheriff and county administrator, among other business and community leaders. SafeHouse Center operates out of a Washtenaw County building in Pittsfield Township. Use of the building is donated by the county, according to financial statements, and the group received roughly $1.6 million in government grants during the fiscal year ending in 2020.

SafeHouse Center is accepting donations ahead of a cycling challenge on Saturday.

ANN ARBOR, MI -- Three bicyclists will attempt the Everesting Challenge to bring awareness to Sexual Assault Awareness Month on April 10. The event will be hosted by SafeHouse Center, a Washtenaw County nonprofit organization, Deborah Kern, SafeHouse Center development director said. Sexual assault survivors struggle with a wide range of emotions that make coming forward difficult, officials said. In a lifetime, one in three women and one in six men will experience sexual violence, and only 23% report the violence to the police. Read more:Jackson nonprofit hosting fitness fundraiser in support of sexual assault survivorsRally that aims to raise awareness about sexual violence is back in Ann ArborMichigan State Police collecting purses, supplies for Great Lakes Bay Region women’s shelters

Students march at the 38th annual Take Back the Night Ann Arbor on April 6, 2016 (Photo: Ruby Wallah)ANN ARBOR – The 43rd annual Take Back the Night Ann Arbor rally and march will take place this year on April 1 on the Diag at the University of Michigan. The annual event is focused on raising awareness of sexual violence and supporting survivors. TBTN Ann Arbor masks will be available at no cost. TBTN Ann Arbor T-shirts can be purchased ahead of time at http://tbtnannarbor.org/store. Following the rally, organizers will lead attendees on a march through the streets of Ann Arbor.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Make your pet a star and support Ann Arbor’s SafeHouse Center at the same time through the Jelly Bean Jump Up pet photo contest. Until 11 p.m. on Friday, March 5, pet parents around Ann Arbor can submit photos of their favorite furry companion. Submit your favorite pet photo. Pet names will be displayed with their photos, and pet parents can also leave a small blurb about their pet. Submissions are free but community members can help their favorite pet move up in the ranks by buying votes.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Zingerman’s Community of Businesses is hosting a virtual dinner Tuesday night to wrap up a month-long fundraiser benefiting SafeHouse Center. The sixth annual Jelly Bean Jump Up will feature a three course meal from Zingerman’s Roadhouse, which participants can order online and pick up before the event. The Jelly Bean Jump Up will take place 7 p.m. Tuesday. Funds raised from Jelly Bean Jump Up will benefit Ann Arbor’s SafeHouse Center, who serves domestic violence and sexual assault survivors in Washtenaw County. Click here to reserve your spot at the sixth annual Jelly Bean Jump Up dinner.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. On Saturday, SafeHouse Center and The Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild will host a biennial quilt show to benefit survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Through six slideshow galleries, 300 handmade quilts will be displayed for purchase at the Celebrate the Quilt from Home virtual show. In lieu of an admission fee, viewers of the online galleries are asked to donate to SafeHouse Center. All of the proceeds from the quilt purchases will go to SafeHouse Center, an Ann Arbor-based non-profit organization that provides safety, resources and advocacy for survivors of violence and assault. The Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild has been partnering with SafeHouse Center for over 30 years.

According to Niess-May, the following factors may be contributing to domestic abuse cases not being reported:Fear of calling 911. By using isolation as a method to cut off family and friends, the abusive partner has a greater amount of control in the relationship. Survivors do not have a chance to reach out for support, especially with the stay home order in place. By using isolation as a method to cut off family and friends, the abusive partner has a greater amount of control in the relationship. Once an assailant uses the tactics, survivors learn quickly what the assailant is capable of, and will continue to believe that they could use the tactics.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Not sure how to help out individuals experiencing homelessness during the pandemic? These Ann Arbor organizations, communities, shelters and houses of hospitality could use your support. Here is a list of organizations around Ann Arbor helping those experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. Temporary locations include The Red Roof Inn, Ann Arbor Christian Reformed Church, First Baptist Church of Ann Arbor and Calvary United Methodist Church. Read: Volunteers help Hope Clinic provide additional groceries, services to community membersFaith-based organizationsAround Ann Arbor, faith-based organizations have been collecting funds, giftcards, food, items and other forms of support for those experiencing homelessness.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. - The University of Michigan Police Department and the Washtenaw County Prosecutor's Office will host the 5th Annual Purple Run on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019This year's race is starting at 9 a.m. at the Duderstat Center, 2281 Bonisteel Boulevard on North Campus. The 5K run/walk is a family event and will once again benefit SafeHouse Center. "We are honored to have the support of our great community partners," Barbara Niess-May, Executive Director of SafeHouse Center said. For more information on the run, visit the Purple Run website. All About Ann Arbor is powered by ClickOnDetroit/WDIV.