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Hannah ’ s Family Center
February 5 , 2022 was a beautiful morning at Liberty Station ’ s NTC Park for the inaugural Hannah ’ s Family Center Peace In The Family 5K ! Runners and walkers of all ages - from 9 months to 70 years - joined together to get moving for this heart-healthy , familyfocused event for a great cause . Participants raised over $ 25,000 for counseling services for children and teens experiencing complex family breakups and have experienced domestic violence in their homes .
Marilyn Howe , President of HFC ’ s Board of Directors , emphasized that “ the emotional , cognitive , and physical health effects for children who witness domestic violence are devastating .” She continued , “ Thanks to the wonderful support of our sponsors and participants , Hannah ’ s can now help more children in our community heal from these family traumas .”
Since February is American Heart Month , the Center began their Heart of the Family Spring Fundraising Campaign with a focus on physical health . Event sponsors included the Southern California Food Allergy Institute , f45 Training , Eden IV , cDAO , Inc ., Our Family Wizard , 101 Visitation Solutions , Becks Entertainment & DJ Services , Jensen ’ s Foods , Trader Joe ’ s , Dominos and Dunkin ’ Donuts . Heart of the Family for March brings a focus on emotional health , and April will target financial health . With an annual budget goal of $ 1.2 million for 2022 , the Spring Campaign goal is to raise $ 50,000 for comprehensive parent and child services .
“ Hannah ’ s Family Center ’ s philosophy is based on a holistic approach to family life that balances all important aspects
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