BRIGHAM CITY –Two service clubs in Brigham City joined their efforts to help domestic victims of domestic violence earlier this month.
The Brigham City Kiwanis Club and the Brigham Rotary Club teamed up on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, to assemble and deliver $2,000 worth of essential move-in kits for individuals experiencing domestic violence.
Randy Christensen, President of the Rotary Club said collaboration is key when it comes to addressing the needs of neighbors in need.
“We’re proud to join the Brigham City Kiwanis Club in supporting survivors of domestic violence,” he said. “This is just another step towards our combined efforts to help the community members in meaningful ways.”
The kits contained crucial household items such as laundry baskets, laundry detergent, fabric softener, garbage bags, pillows, Ziploc bags, dish soap, dryer sheets, snacks, and more to help survivors transition into their new homes with dignity and comfort.
Not only did generous donations come from the Rotary Club and Kiwanis Club, but Proctor & Gamble, and Walmart Distribution Center also were instrumental in the success of the effort.
Heather Crockett, President of the Brigham City Kiwanis Club said they were grateful to all their partners and volunteers, including the employees from Walmart Distribution Center, for making this project possible.
“This initiative represents the spirit of service that both clubs stand for,” she said.” By working together, we can make a real difference in people’s lives.”
The assembled kits were distributed to New Hope Crisis Center, which is a big supporter of those affected by domestic violence. They provide clients with much-needed supplies during a difficult time.
Both the Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs are committed to continuing their partnership throughout the year, with plans to launch additional community service projects aimed at meeting the diverse needs of Brigham City residents. Excess supplies were donated to the Box Elder Community Pantry.
This collaborative effort highlights the power of teamwork and demonstrates the ongoing commitment of the Kiwanis and Rotary Clubs to create a positive impact on the lives of those who need it most. The clubs are excited to continue their partnership and explore additional ways to serve the community.
Rae Bradbury has been at New Hope Hope Crises Center for almost 30 years. She said they are very appreciative of the donations. Bradbury works in victim services
“We loved it when people help us with donations like the ones from the Brigham City Kiwanis Club and the Brigham Rotary Club,” she said. “Those donations will help our clients quite a bit.”
Their clients don’t have the resources to buy thoseproducts and things are getting more and more expensive. Our clients very are grateful for the help actually any outside help maters a lot.”
A recent Utah State University Women & Leadership Project revealed Utahns’ perceptions and understanding of the challenges women and girls face in the state.
One in three women in Utah will experience domestic violence sometime in their lifetime the study reported. There are not many people in the Beehive state that believe domestic violence is a problem the study revealed.