Hope Begins With You: Why your donation to Alternatives to Violence matters
Every minute, 20 people in the United States experience physical violence, sexual assault or stalking by an intimate partner. That’s over 10 million people a year. For survivors of domestic…
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A Spooktacular Success: Our First Trunk or Treat Event!
On Saturday, October 12, Alternatives to Violence (ATV) partnered with the Loveland Police Department to host our first Trunk or Treat event. We couldn’t have asked for a better turnout!…
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7th Annual Purple Ribbon Breakfast
Bright and early on April 23, 2024 Alternatives to Violence and hundreds of dedicated supporters gathered together at the Embassy Suites Conference Center. The annual event aims to unite…
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Inaugural Teen Poetry Contest
By Cassidy Bojan Alternatives to Violence partnered with the Loveland Public Library this past February for Teen Dating Violence Awareness month. Alternatives to Violence (ATV) is working within the community…
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Pastels on 5th 2023: More than an art festival
In the picturesque town of Loveland, Colorado, nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty and a thriving arts scene, the annual Pastels on 5th event took center stage. This vibrant celebration of…
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Why an Advocacy Model?
In the past, Alternatives to Violence (ATV) was based on a therapeutic model. There were therapists on staff, and our primary goal was to prioritize a client’s long term emotional…
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Domestic Violence: An Artist’s Perspective — A Unique Exhibition Supporting Survivors
In collaboration with the Artworks Center for Contemporary Art, Alternatives to Violence hosted a special one-time art exhibition showcasing moving artwork and survivors’ stories. The event, titled Domestic Violence: An…
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Domestic Violence in the LGBTQ+ Communities
Domestic violence occurs in all different types of relationships despite economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used by one person to…
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Free Boutique Helps ATV Clients Make Fresh Start
Many survivors fleeing from violence arrive at our doorstep with just a bag and the clothes on their back. Fleeing an abusive situation often leaves victims without any money or…
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Domestic Violence and the BIPOC Community
Domestic violence can happen to anyone, despite social or economic status, ethnicity, or geographic location. However, studies show that women of color experience domestic violence at a higher rate. For…
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