Signature Events

Purple Power Fundraiser – Breckenridge/Wahpeton

Occurs annually each February

Breckenridge, MN / Wahpeton, ND
Benefitting the Someplace Safe Wilkin Advocacy Office

The annual Purple Power Fundraiser is a popular “Ladies Night Out” featuring purses and all things purple! From designer handbags to specialty themed bags, backpacks, clutches, and everything in between … this is the event to be at for PURSES!

Why purple? Purple is the color used to raise awareness of domestic violence and honor families, loved ones and community members that have been affected by this far-reaching crime. On average, 1 in 3 women experience domestic violence.
Why purses? A woman’s purse is often a vital survival kit for those living with domestic violence; filled with important documents, hidden money, and keys that may be needed in an emergency. The Purple Power Fundraiser features a variety of purses each year to help raise awareness of the safety concerns and needs of victims.

The Purple Power Fundraiser features an expansive silent auction, raffle boards, $1 auction, live purse auction, the much-anticipated Purse Scavenger Hunt, food, desserts, and prize drawings!

Attend: Tickets may be purchased beginning in January at the Someplace Safe Wilkin Advocacy Office, Breckenridge Drug, Miller Realty/Heartland Insurance, or online. Contact the Someplace Safe Wilkin Advocacy Office at 218-643-3109 for more information.

Be sure to follow our Facebook page for Purple Power Fundraiser updates at www.facebook.com/someplacesafewilkin/

Get involved:

Handbags: Purses are a main feature of Purple Power and a variety of stylish bags are needed each year to ensure the success of the event. Handbags are needed for the silent auction, raffle boards, and live group auction. If you, your group, or business would like to contribute a handbag, please contact Someplace Safe. Purses may be dropped off or mailed to Someplace Safe at 110 5th Street N, Breckenridge, MN 56520.
Silent Auction/Raffle Board Items: If you would like to contribute a silent auction item, please contact us. Items such as themed gift baskets, handmade items, artwork, gift cards, merchandise, event tickets and experiences make great features for the annual silent auction. Items may be dropped off or mailed to Someplace Safe at 110 5th Street N, Breckenridge, MN 56520.
Financial Contributions: To make a financial contribution (sponsorship or monetary donation), please drop off or mail your donation to Someplace Safe, 110 5th Street North, Breckenridge, MN 56520. You may also visit www.someplacesafe.info/donate to give online. Please select “Purple Power – Wilkin” as the designation of your donation.
Volunteers: Volunteers are always welcome for a variety of things leading up the event such as preparing mailings, collecting purses and silent auction/raffle items, event décor, coordinating the Purse Scavenger Hunt, organizing the dessert bar, etc. A number of volunteers are also needed at the event, such as an emcee, raffle board/game attendants, dessert bar attendants, set up, clean up, etc. Contact Someplace Safe for more information at 218-643-3109.

Purse & Yeti Bingo Fundraiser – Glenwood

Occurs annually each May
Benefitting the Someplace Safe Pope County Advocacy Office

The annual Purse & Yeti Bingo Fundraiser and Spring Raffle is always a sold-out hit! Join us and be ready to shout “B-I-N-G-O” while enjoying food and drink specials provided by Captain’s Bar in Glenwood, MN. Bingo winners have an amazing selection of designer purses and Yeti brand tumblers to choose from. In addition, raffle tickets are sold for additional chances to win prizes and gift baskets from local retailers and businesses. Winners are announced during a break in the bingo games that afternoon.

Attend: Bingo packets are available for purchase at Captain’s Bar on the day of the event. Be sure to get there early for seating at this annual sold-out fundraiser! Raffle tickets are available to purchase at the event. Cash/check only.

Be sure to follow our Facebook page for Purse & Yeti Bingo Fundraiser updates at www.facebook.com/someplacesafepope

Get Involved:

Purse & Yeti Bingo Items: Designer handbags and Yeti tumblers/mugs are needed for bingo prizes. Items may be dropped off or mailed to Someplace Safe at 16 West Minnesota Avenue, Glenwood, MN 56334.
Spring Raffle Items: Gift baskets, merchandise, gift cards, and other unique items and prizes are needed for the Spring Raffle. Items may be dropped off or mailed to Someplace Safe at 16 West Minnesota Avenue, Glenwood, MN 56334.
Financial Contributions: To make a financial contribution (sponsorship or monetary donation), please drop off or mail your donation to Someplace Safe at 16 West Minnesota Avenue, Glenwood, MN 56334. Donations may also be made online at www.someplacesafe.info/donate. Please select “Purse & Yeti Bingo – Pope” as the designation of your donation.
Volunteers: Volunteers are always welcome for a variety of things leading up the event such as collecting bingo and raffle prizes. Several volunteers are also needed at the event to help sell bingo tickets, raffle tickets, and to help staff spot bingo winners each round. Contact Someplace Safe for more information at 320-634-3483.

Annual Summer Virtual Auction Fundraiser – Agencywide

Occurring annually each August
Benefitting Someplace Safe Parenting Time Center

The annual Summer Virtual Auction Fundraiser features an online auction, making it easy to participate from anywhere! Register online and browse and bid throughout the week on a variety of items from local businesses. Winners will be contacted by Someplace Safe staff.

Attend: The annual auction link, where participants may register and bid, will be posted each summer on our website calendar at or www.facebook.com/spsvirtauction

Be sure to follow our Facebook page for more Summer Virtual Auction Fundraiser updates at: www.facebook.com/spsvirtauction

Get involved:

Virtual Auction Items: If you would like to contribute a virtual auction item, please contact us. Items such as themed gift baskets, handmade items, artwork, gift cards, merchandise, event tickets and experiences make great features for the annual virtual auction. Virtual auction items may be dropped off or mailed to Someplace Safe at 1402 E Bancroft Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN 56537.
Financial Contributions: To make a financial contribution (sponsorship or monetary donation), please drop off or mail your donation to Someplace Safe, 1402 E Bancroft Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN 56537.You may also visit www.someplacesafe.info/donate to give online. Please select “Summer Virtual Auction” as the designation of your donation.
Volunteers: Volunteers are always welcome for a variety of things leading up the fundraiser such as preparing mailings, contacting sponsors, collecting virtual auction items, photographing items/organizing auction items, etc. Contact Someplace Safe for more information at 218-739-3132.

For more information about Someplace Safe Signature Events, or other events/fundraisers happening in your community, please visit our website event calendar or email ashley.ze@someplacesafe.info