UTAH
Deseret News
By Tad Walch, Deseret News
Published: Tuesday, April 28 2015
SALT LAKE CITY — The LDS Church donated $100,000 to the Avenues Children’s Justice Center after nearly a dozen church leaders toured the Salt Lake City home on Tuesday.
Sister Rosemary M. Wixom, the church’s Primary general president, presented the check to the center, which provides a child-friendly atmosphere for children as investigators interview them regarding alleged abuse. The center also provides referrals for support services for both children and their parents or guardians.
“Yesterday I knew next to nothing about this facility,” Sister Wixom said. “Today I have a passion for it.”
“I was quite touched by the resource that is right here in the community for families that are suffering and dealing with the pain of abuse,” Sister Wixom added. “We all love children, and we all have to do everything we can to help the child that may be suffering.
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