Safe Passage in Taylorville was one of five organizations to receive a grant from the Illinois Criminal Justice Authority. Regional Radio News reached out to Safe Passage Coordinator Denise Evans to talk to her a little about why this $105,000 grant was so important and what is next for safe passage.  Evans says that it is a relief.

Evans is excited for the future.

There have been some months where it’s been a struggle to keep the operation running, but with this grant, Evans is encouraged that the future is in good hands.

Evans says the grant is for eight months and explains what some of the stipulations are.

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