Golden House, a domestic violence shelter in Green Bay, is struggling to fill a $600,000 budget gap after losing federal funding. The organization warns that critical services may be cut if the funding isn’t replaced.
“You know, one in four women will experience domestic violence. One in seven men,” Meika Burnikel, executive director of Golden House, said. “The need for domestic violence services in our community is incredibly important.”
The shelter recently expanded into a new 20-room facility capable of housing up to 60 people, but it’s already at capacity. With the funding cuts, Golden House officials say they may be forced to reduce services at a time when demand is increasing…