For Immediate Release
January 3, 2008

Contact:    Rick Liebel
                Public Relations and Development Director
                814 455-1774x 234
                814 881-6530 cell

CALLING ALL CHEFS: SafeNet's Second Annual
Chill-E Cook-off

SafeNet is looking for the best Chili in town. SafeNet's Second annual Chill-E Cook-off will be held at The Brewerie at Union Station on February 24, 2008. We still have tables available to promote your chili to the greater Erie community to show them who really does make the best chili! Our judges this year will include State Representative Honorable Pat Harkins, Erie Times News Food critic Tim Hahn, and one other judge to be announced. We also have a commitment from local artist Kevin John Jobczynski to donate some great pieces to be auctioned off.

In the last four years, our SafeNet shelter has been crowded to the point that every available bed is utilized nearly every night. Thirty years of wear and tear have taken a harsh toll on the physical surroundings that victims of Domestic Violence encounter when they come into shelter. We are looking for help within the restaurant community to make some very needed changes to shelter.

Make your reservations now by calling 814-455-1774, extension 249.

SafeNet is not a homeless shelter, but a safe and confidential place specifically for men, women and children who are victims of domestic violence.  From every city and township in the area, victims come to SafeNet seeking support, safety and shelter from physical abuse and threats of violence occurring at home.  After more than 30 years of providing shelter and many other supportive services, SafeNet knows first-hand that there is hope and there is help.

PLEASE NOTE: For interviews with SafeNet's Executive Director or any staff member of SafeNet, contact Rick Liebel, Public Relations and Development Director, at 455-1774 extension 234, cell 814-881-6530 or email at rliebel@safeneterie.org.