2026 Tell Your Story Grant Awardee - Ray of Hope Advocacy Center & Domestic Violence Services
Pictured from left: Laura Jensen, BCF President/CEO; Michael Colaw, Ray of Hope Board President; Rhonda Hudson, Ray of Hope Executive Director; and Kara Marts, Ray of Hope Director of Programs & Forensic Interviewer.
Congratulations to Ray of Hope Advocacy Center & Domestic Violence Services for receiving the BCF's 2026 Tell Your Story Grant! This exciting announcement was made at our Celebrate Together Luncheon on September 22, 2026. The $20,000 grant is split three ways: $5,000 allocated for operational support, $5,000 dedicated to creating a promotional video that speaks to the value of growing endowment, and $10,000 going toward their endowment.
Ray of Hope was one of 14 local nonprofits vying for this special grant.
Ray of Hope is a multi-service organization that is committed to helping adult and child survivors and their families find the services 
they need in ONE place to recover from child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, teen dating violence, and stalking. They work from a victim-centered, strengths-based approach to empower survivors and their families on their journey towards safety and healing.
Congratulations to Ray of Hope!
L to R: Laura Jensen, BCF President & CEO and
Rhonda Hudson, Ray of Hope Executive Director