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Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center

Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center supports victims of domestic violence through advocacy, education, and community resources, fostering empowerment and safety in Jefferson, Berkeley, and Morgan Counties.

Join us for an afternoon where women can learn, connect, and grow together while supporting an important cause in our community. This empowering event will focus on&nbsp;practical, easy-to-remember techniques that could make all the difference in a tough situation. Participants will gain tools to help them feel stronger, safer, and more confident in everyday life. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. This seminar is offered by donation, with all proceeds benefiting the&nbsp;Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center and their mission to provide safe shelter, advocacy, and education for survivors of domestic violence in our community. During this seminar, you&rsquo;ll learn: &bull; Effective self-defense moves for real-life situations&bull; How to improve awareness and avoid danger&bull; Confidence-building techniques&bull; Trauma-informed techniques that support healing, safety, and personal empowerment&bull; Simple but powerful strategies designed for any skill level These techniques are designed to help women move&nbsp;with confidence, defend themselves when necessary, and strengthen their sense of personal empowerment. About the Instructor The seminar will be led by Carol Ann Williams, founder of Instinctive Defense LLC and a Certified Women&rsquo;s Self-Defense Instructor with nearly a decade of experience empowering women through awareness and personal safety training. Carol Ann began her martial arts journey studying Tang Soo Do before expanding into women&rsquo;s self-defense and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Her passion for empowering women has led her to teach self-defense programs at universities including West Virginia University, Fairmont State University, Shepherd University, and Blue Ridge Community and Technical College. She has worked with the Sexual Assault Response Team in Martinsburg, WV and has spoken at schools, women&rsquo;s shelters, Girl Scout meetings, health fairs, and community organizations. Carol Ann has taught women and girls ranging from age 9 through their 60s, always focusing on awareness, confidence, leadership, and the power of trusting your instincts. Her motivating teaching style and compassionate approach make her a powerful advocate for helping women become stronger, more confident, and better prepared. Special Thanks This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Renzo Gracie Martinsburg, who have donated their space to host this seminar. Come ready to learn, build confidence, and support survivors in our community. 💜 Your participation helps make a difference.

SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense

Join us for our Adult Egg Hunt Fundraiser (Age 18+)! Guests will search for hidden eggs filled with CASH and other exciting prizes and surprises &mdash; but the greatest treasure is the impact you&rsquo;ll make. Every egg opened supports the life-changing work of Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center (EPEC), whose mission is to eliminate violence against all people. Proceeds from this event help EPEC protect victims, prevent violence, and empower survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. Through shelter, advocacy, legal support, and prevention education, EPEC provides survivors with the resources they need to reclaim safety, stability, and hope. We&rsquo;re grateful to our location sponsor, The Bavarian Inn, for hosting this special event. Join us from 4:00&ndash;5:00 PM before the hunt for drink specials and raffles to kick off the fun! Be sure to bring your own basket or bag to collect your eggs &mdash; you won&rsquo;t want to miss a single treasure. After the hunt, keep the evening going by making dinner reservations at The Bavarian Inn by calling 304-876-2551. Gather your friends, enjoy a little friendly competition, and spend your afternoon making a meaningful difference &mdash; because together, we can break the cycle of violence, one egg at a time. 🐣💛

Adult Egg Hunt Fundraiser

Grab your besties and join us for a Galentine&rsquo;s Bingo Brunch&mdash;a joyful, feel-good fundraiser celebrating friendship, empowerment, and community spirit. ✨ Event Details ✨📅 Date: Sunday, February 22nd📍 Location: Pendleton Hall, Charles Town, WV🕥 Doors Open: 10:30 AM🎱 Bingo Begins Promptly: 11:30 AM🎟 Tickets: Starting at $20 each Enjoy delicious brunch bites, exciting games of bingo, a cash bar, and plenty of laughs&mdash;all while supporting an important cause. Proceeds from this event go directly to the Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center (EPEC), helping support victims of domestic violence in Jefferson, Berkeley, and Morgan Counties. 💕 Dress to impress in red or pink&mdash;we&rsquo;ll be awarding a fun Best Dressed prize, so don&rsquo;t hold back!🍷 Sip, snack, and shout &ldquo;BINGO!&rdquo; for a great cause. 👯&zwj;♀️ Ladies, this one&rsquo;s for you&mdash;but gentlemen are absolutely welcome too! 🔞 Must be 18+ to attend Don&rsquo;t miss this fabulous day of fun and purpose&mdash;grab your tickets now! 💕🎉

Galentine's Bingo Brunch Fundraiser

Thank you for considering sponsoring our event!  All proceeds raised from this event will be split between EPEC and CAV. Funds will be used to support survivors of domestic violence and intervention services to eliminate domestic violence in our community!  Tax receipt provided upon request.  When purchasing your ticket, Zeffy will offer you an option to donate to Zeffy, you can choose "other" and insert $0, if you choose not to donate.

80s Decade Dance Sponsorships

🎉 You Voted, We Listened! 🎤 Get ready to flashback to the &lsquo;80s with the Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center &amp; Community Alternatives to Violence! 🌟 ✨ What to Expect:🎶&nbsp;Karaoke &ndash; Sing your heart out to &lsquo;80s hits! 🕺&nbsp;Dancing &ndash; Bust out your best moves! 🎭&nbsp;Costume Contest &ndash; Rock your best &lsquo;80s look! 🏆&nbsp;Community Awards &ndash; Honoring those making a difference! 🧩&nbsp;Bingo &ndash; Play to win and support a great cause! 🎟️&nbsp;50/50 Raffle &ndash; You could win big while giving back! 🖊️ Silent Auction &ndash; Bid on amazing items from local businesses and supporters! All proceeds support survivors of domestic violence and fund intervention services to help end abuse in our community. 💜 📅&nbsp;Date: October 25, 2025 📍 Location: 108 S. Samuel Street, Charles Town, WV &ndash; Pendleton Hall Don&rsquo;t miss this totally rad night for an even more important cause! Grab your friends, throw on your best &lsquo;80s gear, and let&rsquo;s make a difference together! 💫 #BackToThe80s #DecadeDance #SupportSurvivors #EPEC #CAV #80sNightForACause

1980's Decade Dance

The Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center (EPEC) invites you to become a sponsor for our Empowered Hearts Safe Love Art Contest, a fun and meaningful way for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade (Jefferson &amp; Berkeley Counties) to express what safe love &mdash; kindness, respect, and caring &mdash; means to them. Why Sponsor?<ul data-end="1870" data-start="1633" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1722" data-start="1633" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Support children expressing creativity and learning about safe, healthy relationships</li><li data-end="1804" data-start="1723" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Promote your business or organization to local families and community members</li><li data-end="1870" data-start="1805" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Show your commitment to fostering safe and caring communities</li></ul> Event Details:<ul data-end="2011" data-start="1897" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1962" data-start="1897" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Contest Deadline: March 2th, 2026 (for kids in K&ndash;5th grade Berkeley and Jefferson Counties)</li><li data-end="1962" data-start="1897" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Winners Announced: March 16th, 2026</li></ul>

The Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center (EPEC) invites you to become a sponsor for our Empowered Hearts Safe Love Art Contest, a fun and meaningful way for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade (Jefferson & Berkeley Counties) to express what safe love — kindness, respect, and caring — means to them.Why Sponsor?Support children expressing creativity and learning about safe, healthy relationshipsPromote your business or organization to local families and community membersShow your commitment to fostering safe and caring communitiesEvent Details:Contest Deadline: March 2th, 2026 (for kids in K–5th grade Berkeley and Jefferson Counties)Winners Announced: March 16th, 2026

Empowered Hearts 2026 Safe Love Art Contest - Sponsorships

Thank you for stepping up to volunteer with Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center 💜 Your screening fee helps us keep survivors, staff, and fellow volunteers safe while we provide intervention services for people experiencing domestic violence. Please complete this form to securely submit your volunteer screening fee. Once it&rsquo;s processed, our team will contact you with next steps so you can get started supporting a safer, more empowered community. 🎉

Thank you for stepping up to volunteer with Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center 💜 Your screening fee helps us keep survivors, staff, and fellow volunteers safe while we provide intervention services for people experiencing domestic violence.Please complete this form to securely submit your volunteer screening fee. Once it’s processed, our team will contact you with next steps so you can get started supporting a safer, more empowered community. 🎉

Volunteer Screening Fee Submission

This May, turn your movement into meaningful impact. Join us for Miles for Mental Health, a flexible, choose-your-own-pace fundraiser benefiting the Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center. Whether you walk, run, bike, or hike, every mile you complete helps raise awareness and critical funds to support survivors and strengthen mental health services in our community. Participate on your own schedule, set a personal goal (like 10 miles in May!), and invite friends and family to support you through pledges&mdash;per mile or as a flat donation. Participants who raise $150 or more will receive a FREE event t-shirt (available for pickup mid-June or shipped for $8 if you&rsquo;re outside the area). All participants will also receive a digital completion certificate&mdash;perfect for sharing your accomplishment and inspiring others! Top fundraisers will be recognized, and every step you take helps create safer, healthier futures for those we serve. Walk it. Run it. Bike it. Hike it. Move for Mental Health.

This May, turn your movement into meaningful impact. Join us for Miles for Mental Health, a flexible, choose-your-own-pace fundraiser benefiting the Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center.Whether you walk, run, bike, or hike, every mile you complete helps raise awareness and critical funds to support survivors and strengthen mental health services in our community. Participate on your own schedule, set a personal goal (like 10 miles in May!), and invite friends and family to support you through pledges—per mile or as a flat donation.Participants who raise $150 or more will receive a FREE event t-shirt (available for pickup mid-June or shipped for $8 if you’re outside the area). All participants will also receive a digital completion certificate—perfect for sharing your accomplishment and inspiring others!Top fundraisers will be recognized, and every step you take helps create safer, healthier futures for those we serve.Walk it. Run it. Bike it. Hike it. Move for Mental Health.

Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center

Eastern Panhandle Empowerment Center

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SheMoves/SheDefends Empowerment & Self Defense

Adult Egg Hunt Fundraiser

Galentine's Bingo Brunch Fundraiser

80s Decade Dance Sponsorships

1980's Decade Dance

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