Funding domestic violence frontline services

Hope Believe Shine Foundation
Brave. Dedicated. Determined

Belinda Casselden’s passion and drive to improve the lives of women and children affected by domestic violence has led to the launch of the Hope Believe Shine Foundation: a foundation raising funds for specialist frontline domestic violence services.

As a domestic violence survivor, Belinda understands the devastating impacts of domestic violence and the importance of these services in the recovery process. Belinda devotes her time to supporting local domestic violence organisations so they can focus on what they do best – helping their clients.

“Sustainability of these services is dependent on adequate funding. Sadly demand is increasing and funding is not increasing at the same rate. The first service we are supporting has been in the local community for over 40 years and sees approximately 1000 clients a year. They need funds to keep doing the wonderful work they do” says Belinda

“I understand personally the value of being supported by specialist domestic violence frontline services. These services listen, understand, believe and respect women like myself. They are essential to the healing and recovery process.”

Belinda feels honoured to be nominated as a Westfield Local Hero. “Being able to use my skills, insights and personal experience to improve the lives of others is rewarding. It drives me to want to do more.”

Westfield Local Heroes are nominated and voted for by their communities, with the three top finalists per Westfield centre each awarded a $10,000 grant for their affiliated organisation. Hope Believe Shine Foundation will use it’s funding for marketing and to drive fundraising for frontline domestic violence services.

For further information on the Westfield Local Heroes program, click here