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ALBANY, GA (WALB) -
The Lily Pad Center and Liberty House Shelter are important tools in the fight against domestic abuse.
Thursday both received donations to help them fulfill their mission.
Verizon Wireless gave one thousand dollars to both organizations at a ceremony at the company's Albany store.
They advocate against domestic abuse and help victims.
Officials from both groups say the donations are appreciated.
Mary Martinez from the Lily Pad said, "all of the clients that come through the doors of the Lily Pad are offered services such as therapy or help with victims compensation forms, whatever they may need to remain safe and stable and with this money we'll be able to continue our mission to do everything free of charge."
Speaking for Verizon Wireless, District Manager Brad Taylor said, "the grass roots is very important to us and what we can do within the community definitely makes a difference with Verizon Wireless."
Lily Pad serves more than 30 counties in South Georgia.
Liberty House serves a large area as well, providing services for victims from Dooly County to Baker County.
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