Bay Area Women's Center

06/13/2026

It's been beautiful weather for the Dow Championship LPGA tournament! We were honored to be selected as a nonprofit this year. Several of our board members and friends have been enjoying some great golf this week. Board member Kurt Miller (and friend Larry) is pictured here cheering on some of the golfers paired with BAWC for the tournament. 🏌🏻‍♀️⛳

06/12/2026

😮❗❗Last Chance! ❗❗😮

Today is the last day to make a gift to the 2026 Men's Campaign to have your name included in the special ad in the Father's Day edition of the Bay City Times! 📰Thank you to everyone who has participated so far and for your belief and support of the BAWC mission to eliminate domestic and sexual violence.

We have loved seeing the engagement for the Campaign this year, led by Rob Clark. His ability to build community and excitement has been incredible to experience first-hand. Rob is a man with a mission to make Bay City a great place to live where everyone has access to the resources they need to thrive. Thank you, Rob, for all you do to give back to the city that you love.💜💙

Rob has tapped his friend Tyler Kring, Vice President for Marketing at Members First Credit Union, to be the 2027 Men's Campaign chair. Tyler has been a friend of the Women's Center for several years now, and we are elated to have the opportunity to work more closely. Personally, he is driven by giving back and leading change in our community. We cannot wait to see what ideas he has in store. ✨

If you haven't made your contribution yet, now is truly the time. Help us finish strong 💪 and fully utilize the $10,000 in matching gifts available. Here's the link to donate or learn more 👇
🔗www.bawc-mi.org/menscampaign

06/11/2026

Are you a handy person who would like to help us put together some playground equipment for our kid's playground?
We are currently looking for a couple of people (or a group) who have the ability to put together things like a shed, picnic tables and playset.
If you are intersted in helping please contact Amanda at [email protected]

Please note: This will be outdoor work and due to power tools and sharp edges we are looking for people 18 years of age and above for this opportunity.

06/08/2026

✨The Bay Area Women's Center's 2025 Annual Report is now available online! ✨

Take a peek at all we accomplished together during our 50th anniversary year. Thank you for being a part of supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault to feel empowered and reach milestones.

Read the full report here 👉🏽 https://www.bawc-mi.org/bawc-publications

Thank you for your unwavering support! Together, we are making a difference 💜

06/07/2026

🌞We had beautiful weather today for the Judy V Spencer 5K-9! Dogs nearly outnumbered humans this year, and we enjoyed giving all the pets 🐶

It is always a fun morning when we host this race. Our runners enjoy a lovely course along the riverfront while raising money to support the needs of pets for survivors entering the shelter at BAWC. 🏠50% of survivors facing violence in the home won't leave for fear of what may happen to their pet if they have to leave them behind. It is our priority to keep the whole family safe, and this race is how we are able to do that. 💪

💜Thank you to our event sponsors who make this race possible!
Title Sponsor - Junior Janca and his owner Frank R Janca III, Realtor/Broker
Race Dogs - Bay Area Runners Club of Bay City, Michigan, East River Veterinary Clinic, and Laborers Local 1098
Friend of Dogs - Covenant HealthCare

🔗To view final race times, visit: https://jvs5k9race.itsyourrace.com/Results.aspx?id=10821

06/05/2026

🏃This is your LAST CHANCE to register for Bay City's dog-friendly 5K-9 fun run/walk! 🐶

Join us this Sunday for a 5K event along Bay City's beautiful riverwalk and bring your best friend - your dog! Through this race, it is our mission to give hope to survivors of violence by raising awareness, engaging in education with the community, and providing funds to support the boarding costs for pets. 💜
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Registration increased to $40 on May 30, but we know you got busy and life was crazy, so you forgot to register before the increase. Don't worry, we have you covered! 💵Click the link below and use code CANINERUN for $10 off your registration.

It is estimated that 50% of individuals facing violence in the home will stay in a violent situation because of their pets. To better support survivors, all funds raised through this event support the Judy V Spencer Fund held at the Bay Area Women's Center to cover the boarding costs for survivors seeking shelter with their pet.

We hope to see you there! Register here 👇👇
🔗https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/BayCity/JVS5K9

This year's 5K-9 is presented by Frank R Janca III, Realtor/Broker and the goodest boy Junior Janca.

06/03/2026

🎉 We’re excited to share some amazing news! 🎉
The Bay Area Women’s Center has been nominated as a “Best of Michigan” agency! 💙 This recognition highlights the incredible work being done to support survivors and strengthen our community.
Now we need YOUR help! 🙌
Please take a moment to cast your vote and help us bring this honor home.
✅ Vote here: https://www.guidetomichigan.com/best-of/vote/community-organizations Scroll down to "Social Service Agencies" to find BAWC

📣 Don’t forget to share with your friends and family!
Every vote helps shine a light on the vital services and advocacy we provide. Thank you for your continued support—it truly makes a difference! 💪💙

Help decide the best of the Community & Business Organizations category in Michigan! Vote for your favorite organizations in the 2026 Best of Michigan Awards. See nominees in this category and cast your vote to support Michigan's top organizations in the Community & Business Organizations category.

06/02/2026

Domestic violence calls are some of the most dangerous situations first responders face. The risk doesn’t begin or end with them though. Survivors are navigating moments of extreme danger, control, and unpredictability, and the introduction of law enforcement officers can even increase violence after the call.

At BAWC, we regularly engage with local law enforcement agencies to provide training and information to help officers when responding to domestic and sexual violence calls. This article sheds light on why domestic violence calls can escalate so quickly, and what it reveals about the dynamics of abuse. Understanding these realities helps us better support survivors and advocate for safer, more informed responses.

If you or someone you know needs support, you are not alone. Help is available 24/7 at 989-686-4551

🔗 Read more: https://www.domesticshelters.org/articles/escaping-violence/standing-between-an-abuser-and-control-why-are-domestic-violence-calls-so-dangerous-for-police?utm_source=email&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=weekly

Thank you to DomesticShelters.org for writing this article.

For many officers, responding to a domestic violence call means stepping into a volatile standoff that can cost them their life.

06/01/2026

📺Tune in to WNEM at 4PM for a special promo code! 🎉

✨We have something super special for WNEM viewers. We'll be featured on the 4PM WNEM news broadcast to talk about the upcoming Judy V Spencer 5K-9 🐾 fun run/walk event on June 7. During the broadcast, we will share a special promo code good for $10 off your race registration - tune in to save! 💵

🔗To learn more or register today, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/BayCity/JVS5K9

This year's 5K-9 is presented by Frank R Janca III, Realtor/Broker 🏡 and the goodest boy, Junior Janca 🐶,