April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Each year Henderson House recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) by dedicating our communications efforts to spreading the word about the realities faced by survivors of sexual assault and the services that we offer to support these survivors. The theme for SAAM 2025 is, “Together we act, united we change.” We believe that sexual violence can be prevented and that it is our shared responsibility to promote the safety and well-being of our community.

In addition to engaging in our communications campaign, we invite our community to show your support for survivors by participating in a few activities that will benefit Henderson House this April:

 

Saturday, April 12th (1pm) | “WALK A MILE“: Linfield University’s Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity is hosting their 10th annual “Walk A Mile” fundraiser to benefit Henderson House. Community members are welcome to come to the academic quad on campus and cheer on the Pikes as they walk a mile+ in heels, in honor of SAAM.

Thursday, April 24^th (7:30pm) | THE LIGHTENING THIEF: Linfield University’s Theatre Program is once again dedicating the proceeds from the opening night performance of their Spring show – The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical at Marshall Theatre in Kenneth W. Ford Hall on the Linfield campus – to support Henderson House, in honor of SAAM.

• • TICKETS: Tickets are $15 for full price; $13 for seniors (62+) and Linfield faculty and staff; and $10 for students 10+ (any school, one ticket per ID). Online tickets will go on sale April 9th at noon and the box office will open April 22nd. Seating is reserved. Please call 503.883.2292 for more information. *Recommended for ages 10 and older. Children under the age of seven (including babes in arms) will not be admitted to any performance.
  • AFTER SHOW RECEPTION: There will be a reception after the opening night performance to celebrate the cast, crew, and creative team. Light refreshments and wine will be served.

Sunday, April 27th (3:30pm) | YOGA CLASS + FUNDRAISER: Henderson House Board Member and yoga instructor Jennifer Nice is leading a one-hour yoga class to benefit Henderson House, hosted by Excell Fitness (1461 OR-99W, McMinnville, OR 97128). This class is open to the public (drop-ins are welcome), with the request for donations made to Henderson House in lieu of a participation fee.