The council,

headed by executive director Bonnie Campbell, serves Fayette County but

is available to anyone who requests aid. The agency offers assistance

in many ways, including crisis counseling, 24-hour emergency paging, a

weekly support group with free child care, a teen dating violence program,

and transitional housing.

In 2001 there

were 355 individual clients assisted. In the first six months of this

year the council has already received 201 requests for help, which come

mainly from women but also from men and on behalf of children.

Funds to support

the council come from Fayette County, Peachtree City, the Thrift Shop,

local churches and other organizations. The council receives no funds

from the state or federal government, and the small reserve fund that

was in place has been depleted. Fundraisers such as the fashion show and

devoted volunteers are of great assistance in keeping the council functioning.

Tickets may

be purchased from Chico's at The Avenue in Peachtree City and Top Drawer

Boutique behind the Waffle House in Fayetteville.