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Donate to the Dianne Costanzo Scholarship Fund!
IMPACT instructor Dianne "Dee" Costanzo retired in November 2009. In Dee's honor and name,IMPACT has established a scholarship fund. Please consider making a donation to join IMPACT in recognizing and appreciating Dee's 22 years of IMPACT service. Lisa Amoroso, IMPACT Chicago Annual Fundraiser Coordinator, draws on a favorite Dee slogan to encourage you to donate: "Just as it is not the size of the woman in the fight but the size of the fight in the woman, it is not the size of your donation--small large, or anything in between--all donations to the Dianne Costanzo Fund will be used to provide financial assistance to women/girls and help our efforts grow. Please send your donation to IMPACT Chicago, 4770 N. Lincoln Avenue #6, Chicago, IL  60625.

Why Men Should Encourage Women to Take Self-Defense

We know that women are critical messengers, spreading the word about IMPACT and the import of self-defense training to their female friends, colleagues, and family members. However, to end violence in our communities, it is critical that men also become vocal advocates of self-defense training for women. Three men have offered their personal stories and thoughts on why men should encourage women to take self-defense. We hope that you will read these heartfelt messages and share them with others: Encourage.