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March 18, 2022Wellspring and Business for Good™ release additional tickets to ‘MAID
Wellspring, the domestic violence and sexual assault resource for Saratoga County, and Business for Good™ recently announced that they are partnering to bring this important event to Universal Preservation Hall on Thursday, May 5th. The first 200 tickets released were sold out in days. Due to high demand, additional tickets have been made available to the public.
Stephanie’s memoir, Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive, recounts a harrowing saga as a single mom trying to make ends meet for herself and daughter. As her story unfolds, Stephanie’s journey reveals the real culprits of her situation: domestic violence, unmanageable minimum wages, high housing costs, and systems that sometimes create more barriers than solutions.
Netflix’s miniseries based on Stephanie’s memoir launched in October 2021 and has become a critically acclaimed global hit, putting a much-needed spotlight on the subject matter.
“The impact of Maid – both the book, and show – have already impacted Wellspring’s services,” says Wellspring’s Executive Director, Maggie Fronk. “A now client recently called our hotline and shared, ‘I’ve been having a lot of emotions come up lately and I think it’s because I’ve been watching the show, Maid, on Netflix. I always knew I was in an abusive relationship but watching the show has really empowered me and made me feel like I could leave.’ Those who are not victims of abuse, have been reaching out too. They want to learn more about how this impacts our own community and how they can help. Already the book and show have been transformational. We think this event will only deepen the impact.”
“Wellspring is well-aligned with Business for Good’s mission, and our partnership is one rooted in how best to serve the community. Introducing different opportunities such as this speaker engagement is how we can also make a much-needed impact,” says Jahkeen Hoke, CEO of Business for Good.
“Domestic violence is real, and it does not discriminate. It is happening here in our OWN community,” adds Connie Frances Avila, Chief Brand Officer of Business for Good™. “We hope that by bringing Stephanie Land to speak to our community we will not only highlight that domestic violence does happen here, but that Wellspring is a trusted local resource that can provide help and hope.”
“We are grateful for the opportunity to give back to Wellspring and support the important work they are doing,” says Beth Alexander, Hattie’s General Manager. “Hattie’s is deeply rooted in giving back to the community and we keep Miss Hattie’s legacy alive by continuing to support organizations, such as Wellspring, that provide access to resources to those who would otherwise go without.”
