September 25, 2025

Beaufort Kicks Off Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Beaufort, September 25, 2025

News Summary

Hopeful Horizons is launching Domestic Violence Awareness Month with the 13th Annual Race4Love event. Taking place on Cat Island, this 5K run and 3K walk aims to honor victims and raise awareness while supporting survivors of domestic violence. The event commemorates fallen deputies and emphasizes community engagement through various activities planned throughout the month. Registration details and additional information about the nonprofit’s services are available on their website.

Beaufort Kicks Off Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Annual Race4Love Event

October is designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), and Hopeful Horizons has planned a series of community events to enhance awareness, honor survivors, and commemorate those lost to domestic violence. The month’s activities will formally begin with the 13th Annual Race4Love 5K Run and 3K Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 9 a.m. on Cat Island in Beaufort.

The Race4Love event was established in memory of LCpl. Dana Tate and Cpl. Dyke “AJ” Coursen, both Beaufort County Deputies who tragically lost their lives in 2002 while responding to a domestic disturbance. This event is not only a memorial but also serves to raise awareness and funds for victims and survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual assault.

Online registration for the event was open until Wednesday, September 24, 2025, on the official event website www.race4love.com. Participants can select their preferred packet pick-up location during registration. Packet pick-up is scheduled for Thursday, September 25, and Friday, September 26 in Beaufort and Bluffton, with an additional opportunity for pick-up at Shellring Ale Works in Port Royal on the evening of September 25 from 5 to 7 p.m..

Community Engagement and Continued Efforts

Kristin Dubrowski, the CEO of Hopeful Horizons, stresses the critical importance of recognizing, preventing, and responding to domestic violence. Hopeful Horizons operates as a children’s advocacy, domestic violence, and sexual assault victim services organization, catering to Beaufort, Jasper, Colleton, and Allendale counties. Among its services, the nonprofit provides a 24/7 support line, emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, and outreach to cultivate healthier communities.

In addition to the Race4Love event, Hopeful Horizons will host a variety of community events throughout October in recognition of DVAM. This initiative aims to further raise public awareness and engagement around the pressing issue of domestic violence.

For more details about awareness events and opportunities to get involved, community members can visit the Hopeful Horizons website and follow their social media pages.

Event Details Summary

Event Name	Date & Time	Location	Registration Deadline	Packet Pick-Up
Race4Love 5K Run & 3K Walk	September 27, 2025, at 9 a.m.	Cat Island, Beaufort	September 24, 2025	September 25-26 in Beaufort & Bluffton, September 25 in Port Royal

FAQ

What is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)?

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).

What event kicks off Domestic Violence Awareness Month?

The month’s activities will commence with the 13th Annual Race4Love 5K Run and 3K Walk scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 9 a.m. on Cat Island in Beaufort.

Why was Race4Love established?

Race4Love was established in memory of LCpl. Dana Tate and Cpl. Dyke “AJ” Coursen, both Beaufort County Deputies killed in 2002 while responding to a domestic disturbance.

What is the purpose of the Race4Love event?

The Race4Love event aims to raise awareness and funds for victims and survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual assault.

When was registration open for the event?

Registration for the event was open until Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at www.race4love.com.

What services does Hopeful Horizons provide?

Hopeful Horizons is a children’s advocacy, domestic violence, and sexual assault victim services organization serving several counties including Beaufort, Jasper, Colleton, and Allendale. The nonprofit provides services like a 24/7 support line, emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, and outreach to build healthier communities.

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STAFF HERE BEAUFORT

The HERE Beaufort Staff Writers are a collaborative team of journalists, editors, and local contributors passionate about delivering accurate, timely information to the Beaufort community. As part of the HEREcity.com Network, which powers over 100 U.S. city sites including HEREcolumbia.com, our staff draws on collective experience in South Carolina journalism to cover everything from business sales and real estate developments to dining deals and community initiatives. Our Expertise and Background: Local Roots in Beaufort : Our team includes lifelong Beaufort residents and SC natives with deep knowledge of the area’s history, economy, and culture. We’ve covered key events like the recent sale of the historic Crofts Block Building, Beaufort’s equestrian heritage, and growth in local tech and education sectors (e.g., BeaufortTechnical College programs). Collective Experience: With over 50 combined years in journalism, our staff has backgrounds in print, digital media, and community reporting. We prioritize fact-based stories, drawing from sources like the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce, city government records, and on-the-ground interviews. Commitment to Quality: Every article is a group effort, involving research, editing, and verification to ensure reliability. We adhere to journalistic standards, citing credible sources and updating content as new details emerge.

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