SPARCC Announces 2025–2026 Board of Directors

The Giving Coast

Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC) has announced updates to its Board of Directors for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. The Board plays a vital role in guiding the organization’s strategic direction and furthering its mission to provide a safe haven while promoting empowerment, awareness, and social change to end domestic and sexual violence. SPARCC is pleased to welcome new board members Norhala Houck, Pat Robinson, Craig Schaeffer, and Fred Simmons, who bring fresh perspectives and a shared commitment to supporting survivors across Sarasota and Desoto Counties. Patrick Duggan will continue as Board Chair, Shelley Walters-Walker as First Vice Chair.  For more information about SPARCC and its free and confidential programs and services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, please visit www.sparcc.net or contact SPARCC at (941) 365-0208.

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