I became aware of Safe Connections and the work it does in the Saint Louis region when invited to an educational and fundraising luncheon 8 years ago by a friend. I became so inspired by what they are doing to help women, men, and teens before, during and after someone experiences relationship violence, sexual assault, teen dating abuse or childhood sexual abuse that I have become an annual donor to the organization. As an Ob/Gyn, I am thrilled to have Safe Connections as a resource to be able to refer patients for free, non-insurance-based support and therapy and I do so regularly. I have full confidence in Safe Connections' leadership, staff and board and their commitment to the highest professional, ethical and fiscal standards for the use of the funds I donate.