KENNEBUNK – Caring Unlimited, York County’s Domestic Violence Resource Center recognized one community partner and three volunteers for their work to raise awareness about domestic abuse and to ensure that victims and survivors have access to support and resources to find safety and rebuild their lives. The awards were presented at the organization’s first annual Community and Volunteer Appreciation Event.

Kennebunk Savings received the Community Partner of the Year Award. In addition to philanthropic and volunteer support, Kennebunk Savings  also partners with Caring Unlimited to provide job training and supported employment opportunities to people who have experienced domestic violence through its innovative GO Program, said CU’s spokeswoman, Emily Gormley.

Volunteers Amanda Morris and Jenn McIsaac received an award for their work on Nicole’s Run; the annual fundraising event they founded to honor the memory of their friend Nicole Oliver who was killed by her husband. Over the past 12 years, the event has raised over $200,000 for Caring Unlimited’s programs and services, and raised awareness in the community.

Rebekah Michaels was honored as Volunteer of the Year. Rebekah has been a dedicated volunteer for the past six years, providing child care during weekly support group meetings, and contributing more than 400 hours of service.

“It is vitally important that there be a place for victims of domestic violence and their children to go to escape abuse. It is because of the work of our community partners, helpline volunteers and childcare workers that Caring Unlimited is able to provide information, support, legal services and housing to more than 2000 people each year. It is an honor to recognize them,” said Maura Keaveney, Caring Unlimited Board Chair.