GA U.S. House District 10 issued the following announcement on Oct. 12.
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, on Wednesday, October 6th, Congressman Jody Hice (GA-10) presented Kimberly Bennett with the October Hice Headliner Award. Kimberly is the executive director of Circle of Love Center (COLC) in Greensboro, where she works tirelessly to serve victims of domestic abuse in Greene, Morgan, Putnam, Baldwin and Hancock counties. Circle of Love Center is an emergency safe shelter and resource center for domestic violence victims and their children.
“In the two-and-half years that Kimberly has led the organization, she has added new staff positions and provided additional services, such as resume assistance, transportation to and from jobs, and ensuring the availability of psychiatric care,” said Congressman Hice. “She has successfully secured essential grants and donations that have been used to build an outside pavilion, a flower garden, an urban vegetable garden, and an athletics court for the kids. These quality-of-life enhancements help families heal in a safe environment and encourage children to engage in outside activities and healthy exercise. Soon, local Boy Scouts will install a new playground, and Kimberly’s next project is to add a Teen Space to the facility.
“There is no doubt that Kimberly is an impactful leader with a passion for helping people! She never stops planning for the future in her mission to improve everyday life for the victims of domestic violence.”
Congressman Hice selected Kimberly for the Hice Headliner Award after receiving a nomination from Greene County Chamber President Mika Mills. To nominate an outstanding individual who is making a positive impact in your community, send an email to Jessica.Hayes@mail.house.gov.
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Source: GA U.S. House District 10
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