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It’s My Life! Celebrating 15 Years: Walk a Mile for Survivors Fifteen years. That’s fifteen years of walking, raising awareness, and standing together for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in our community. The Branch County Coalition’s 15th Annual Walk-a-Mile Fundraiser is more than just an event—it’s a movement, a statement, and a commitment … Read more
Raising Hope from the Rooftop: The Branch County Coalition Roof Sit Fundraiser Every year, our community comes together for something a little out of the ordinary—our Executive Director, Kim Hemker, along with WTVB’s Ken Dulaney, and the Maynard Family willingly camp out on the Coldwater McDonald’s rooftop for hours at a time. No, they haven’t … Read more
Spreading Awareness: Radio Interview on BCCF’s Spill Program Last week, I had the absolute pleasure of being a guest on Delaney in the Morning to talk about something near and dear to my heart—helping middle schoolers develop social and emotional skills through our Spill program. If you didn’t catch the interview (don’t worry, you can … Read more
Netflix’s Gabby Petito Documentary: Recognizing Red Flags in Abusive Relationships Netflix’s latest true-crime docuseries, American Murder: Gabby Petito, delves into the harrowing story of 22-year-old Gabby Petito, whose life was tragically cut short during a cross-country trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, in 2021. Premiering on February 17, 2025, this three-part series offers an intimate … Read more
Healing Trauma Through Artistic Exploration and Mindfulness There’s something about a blank canvas that can feel both terrifying and thrilling. It’s an open space, waiting for expression—much like the parts of ourselves we’ve tucked away after experiencing trauma. Healing isn’t linear, and it certainly isn’t one-size-fits-all, but creative expression paired with mindfulness can be a … Read more
The Power of Social Emotional Learning in a Post-Pandemic World If there’s one thing the last few years have taught us, it’s that human connection isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. The COVID-19 pandemic didn’t just disrupt our routines; it fundamentally changed the way we interact with one another. And while adults have felt this … Read more
Love, Infatuation, and Attraction: What’s the Difference? We’ve all been there—our heart races, our stomach fills with butterflies, and suddenly, one person is consuming all of our thoughts. But is it love? Or is it just infatuation? And where does sexual attraction fit into all of this? Understanding the differences between love, infatuation, and attraction … Read more
Teen Dating Violence: What It Looks Like and How to Help February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and while it’s not the easiest topic to talk about, it’s one we absolutely need to address. Teen dating violence (TDV) is more common than many people realize, affecting about 1 in 3 teens in the U.S. … Read more
Holly Carpenter, a Direct Service Volunteer, is celebrating her one year anniversary with the Branch County Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. Holly, who is married and raising two children, came to us while she was a full-time student deciding where she wanted take her career. Holly volunteers several times a week and is constantly … Read more
Our 9th annual Walk a Mile in Their Shoes event is coming April 27th, 2019! For more information, please check out the Walk a Mile page here. There’s plenty of information about the Walk, The Chip-Timed 5K run, The Dog Walk, and the entire event. We also have links to register online. We look forward … Read more