Verizon Donates $10,000 to Local Agency

TYLER — The Verizon Foundation presents a $10,000 check to Michael’s House of Hope Inc. at New Life Worship Center on Hwy 69 S in Tyler. Spokespeople say the funds will help MHOH serve the community through its Domestic Violence Program (BIPP) that provides an interventional approach through cognitive intervention. According to a news release, “MHOH is proud to be a recipient of this award and will continue to be instrumental in providing housing, spiritual development and job placement to men who have difficulty restructuring their lives.”

MHOH representatives say there are many services that serve the victims of domestic abuse, but the perpetrators are often overlooked and not seen as reparable. According to the release, Michael’s House of Hope, in partnership with the Texas Council on Family Violence, has developed a program in Tyler that will decrease and counteract the negative effects of family domestic violence. MHOH reps urge the community to get involved and witness the progress they say the Verizon Foundation and Michael’s House are making towards the reduction of domestic violence in East Texas. For more information, you can contact Marcus Wade, Director of Outreach, at 903-871-8700 ext. 510.