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Organization and Group Volunteer

As a Pennsylvania victim service organization and a recognized non-profit, AWARE, Inc. is committed to eliminating domestic, emotional and sexual violence throughout Mercer County. This organization operates with a limited staff who are dedicated to serving victims of all ages and their supporting families and friends. Volunteers are essential to advance the vision – helping the hurting to heal and working all to eliminate all forms of abuse. Unite your team in a meaningful and purposeful way to support AWARE and those who need our collective help here in Mercer County. 

Ways you can help include;

  1. Organizing a donation drive of items that our clients are in need of such as bedding, household products, gift cards or our Holiday Donation program. 
  2. Volunteering your time during one of our “Done in a Day” projects such as our spring clean up day. 
  3. Hosting a fundraising event on AWARE’s behalf. 
  4. Donating funds from your special event or activity. 
  5. Include AWARE as an option for a staff Volunteer Time Off opportunity. 

For any questions, concerns, or additional information, please email info@merceraware.org.

AWARE, Inc. Mission Statement

AWARE, Inc. is committed to providing education, support, and advocacy for all people in Mercer county impacted by domestic, emotional, and sexual violence.

 

 

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Upcoming Events

May
23
Thu
10:00 am Community Event @ Buchanan Manor
Community Event @ Buchanan Manor
May 23 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
There will be an event for Mental Health Awareness Month on May 23rd, 2024. This event is closed, for the residents of Buchanan Manor.
5:00 pm Mercer County Head Start STEAM E... @ Tiffany's Banquet Center
Mercer County Head Start STEAM E... @ Tiffany's Banquet Center
May 23 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Two AWARE advocates will be attending the Mercer County Head Start STEAM event on May 23rd. This is a private/closed event for the families of Mercer County Head Start.
May
27
Mon
all-day Memorial Day Office Closure @ AWARE, Inc
Memorial Day Office Closure @ AWARE, Inc
May 27 – May 28 all-day
All AWARE, Inc. offices and locations will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. If you are in a crisis emergency and need to speak to an advocate, please call our 24/7 toll-free hotline at[...]
Jun
5
Wed
8:30 am Mercer County Domestic Relations... @ Mercer County Domestic Relations
Mercer County Domestic Relations... @ Mercer County Domestic Relations
Jun 5 @ 8:30 am
An AWARE advocate will be giving two staff trainings to the employees of Mercer County Domestic Relations. This is a closed training for MCDR employees. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@merceraware.org.
Jun
14
Fri
10:00 am WIC 50th Anniversary Event @ Shenango Valley Urban League/WIC
WIC 50th Anniversary Event @ Shenango Valley Urban League/WIC
Jun 14 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Two AWARE advocates will be attending the 50th Anniversary WIC event on June 14, 2024, from 10AM-3PM. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@merceraware.org.
Jun
21
Fri
all-day Office Closure @ AWARE, Inc
Office Closure @ AWARE, Inc
Jun 21 all-day
All AWARE, Inc. offices and locations will be closed on Friday, June 21st for staff meetings. If you have a crisis emergency and need to speak to an advocate, please call our 24/7 toll-free hotline[...]
Jul
9
Tue
10:00 am AWARE Outreach Event @ Prince of Peace
AWARE Outreach Event @ Prince of Peace
Jul 9 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join AWARE’s Youth Advocate Tasha as we host two sessions at the Prince of Peace Center in Farrell. The first hour (10AM-11AM) will be for those aged 13-18 as we watch and discuss the short[...]
Aug
14
Wed
2:00 pm Back to School Bash 2024 @ St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church Social Hall
Back to School Bash 2024 @ St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church Social Hall
Aug 14 @ 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm
This year’s Back to School Bash will be held on August 14, 2024 in the social hall of St. Michael’s Byzantine Church in Hermitage. Every year, the Back to School Bash aims to give school[...]
Aug
25
Sun
3:30 pm Thiel College New Student Orient... @ Bly Hall, Thiel College
Thiel College New Student Orient... @ Bly Hall, Thiel College
Aug 25 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
AWARE advocates will attend Thiel College’s new student orientation and give a short presentation, along with setting up a table. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@merceraware.org.