Press release

MAMMOTH LAKES, CA. – Gimme Shelter, the brainchild of local Mammoth Lakes resident Donna Richards, is a fundraising event set to take place July 8 through July 17, 2016. The 10-day event will feature traditional carnival rides, booths, games, food and much more.

This 3rd annual event is being held to assist Wild Iris, a local non-profit serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse, in their effort to continue offering a transitional housing program. “By offering victims and their children a safe place to live and providing them with essential services, they will have a better chance to break free from abuse, and to live an independent life free from violence,” said Susi Bains, Director of Programs for Wild Iris.

Since its inception in 2014, the Gimme Shelter Carnival has raised close to $16,000 for Wild Iris, which has used the funds to help secure a long term safe haven for victims and their children, as well as much needed services and support. “It is rewarding to see families that have only known chaos and violence thrive in a supportive and safe environment,” said Bains. “It is our hope that we can continue to grow the program so that no family is ever turned away or has to wait for an opening,” added Bains.

Richards also hopes that the event will raise awareness about domestic violence and the toll that it takes on individuals and on the community. “My own life experience is the motivation for putting this event together,” said Richards. “I have great awareness about the painful situation that exists when you have no voice” added Richards.

Gimme Shelter will take place from July 8 through July 17, 2016, in the Vons parking lot located at 437 Old Mammoth Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA. The family friendly event will be open from 4pm – 10pm on week-days, and from 12pm – 10pm on week-ends.

Pre-ticket sales are available now.  A booklet of 8-10 rides can be purchased for $20.00, and exchanged at the event for a wristband good for unlimited rides on any one day. Pre-sales are available through Tailwaggers, Black Doubt Brewing, Another Tee-Shirt Shop, The Booky Joint and Mammoth Disposal, or by contacting Richards @ 805.245.9199.

Ticket prices at the door will be $30.00. For more information, please contact Donna Richards at 805.245.9199 or Wild Iris at 760.934.2491 or 760.873.6601.
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WILD IRIS is dedicated to promoting a safer community by empowering and restoring the independence of those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse. Our vision is for non-violent relationships based on dignity, respect, compassion, and equality.

Wild Iris’ services are confidential and available free of charge to all cultures including race, sexuality, gender, religion, age, class, disability status, immigration status, education and geographic locations within Inyo and Mono Counties.

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