Agency extends thanks for holiday gifts, compassion

On behalf of the staff and volunteers at 180 Turning Lives Around Inc., I extend sincerest thanks for the generous holiday contributions that aided our agency during a very magical time of year. A total of 76 businesses and individuals helped put smiles on the faces of women, men and children throughout Monmouth County. In addition, gift card contributions totaling more than $8,600, provided a record-breaking outpouring of holiday donations. Your compassion and benevolence is astonishing and greatly appreciated.

A heartfelt "thank you" is warranted to the Friendly Sons of Shillelagh and to the United Way - tremendous contributors who went above and beyond to make the holiday season a special time. Equally, we recognize the individuals and businesses who graciously invested their time and monies to help brighten the journey for the most vulnerable families. 180 has assisted more than 300,000 individuals affected by issues of domestic violence, abuse, neglect, incest and rape. Through your compassion and kindness, we thankfully continue to help countless others. To support 180 Turning Lives Around Inc. please visit www.180nj.org.

Nicole Romaine

acting director of development

180 Turning Lives Around

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