As you know, or if you are visiting this website by chance, a tragedy on March 7th, 2008, will forever change us. A daughter, a sister, an aunt, a cousin, a friend and a colleague, Cindy L. Bischof, was taken from this world through an act of violence. Our hearts are broken and we have been shaken to the core. We, the founding members of The Cynthia L. Bischof Foundation, are committed to preventing others from experiencing Cindy's pain and peril.

The outreach and support from those who loved Cindy, and even those who were not fortunate enough to know her personally, have been nothing short of overwhelming. Ideas, encouragement and donations are being received at lightning speed. Our gratitude goes out to each and every one of you. And we are grateful for your continued support, whether it be increasing awareness of violence against women, spreading our message, advocating for women's issues, financial contributions or contacting your legislators. The only mistake we can make is not taking the steps to stop future tragedies before they can occur.

We are currently in the process of sorting through a myriad of resources, building an information database, learning the landscape of the justice system and identifying the gaps within it. It is our intent to act as a catalyst for legislative and societal change. WE will be a voice for others who may not have access to resources. WE will be a model foundation, a prototype, for other families and friends faced with such tragedies. The Cynthia L. Bischof Foundation will be the change that Cindy wanted to see in the world.

Thank you for your continued support and inspiration.

Michael Bischof President & Brother

Jill P. O'Brien Lifelong Friend

Kelly M. Martincin Lifelong Friend

Elise A. Couston Close Friend and Colleague

April 22, 2009 - Repeat Domestic Violence Prevention Act
Rep. Zipperer and Sen. Carpenter held a press conference on Wednesday, April 22, 2009, from the Assembly Parlor. At the news conference, they unveiled the repeat domestic violence prevention act. Also attending the conference was Michael Bischof, of the Cynthia L. Bischof Memorial Foundation. Watch the press conference

September 14, 2009 - Save the date for the 2nd Annual CLB Golf Outing! To be held at Kemper Lakes Golf Club in Kildeer, Illinois. For more information and/or early reservations, please contact Andrea Velasquez or Jill O'Brien.

April 18, 2009 - Arlington Heights Junior Women's Club Fundraiser, Diamond and Dresses to prevent Domestic Violence, at European Crystal in Arlington Heights. Festivities begin at 11:30 and will feature a variety of special raffle items, silent auction tables and a tour of fashion from past to present! Proceeds benefit Cynthia L. Bischof Memorial Foundation and other local and national charities. For more information visit ahjwc.org.

April 18, 2009 - Barrington Junior Women's Club Fundraiser, Bistro Night, at Pinstripes in South Barrington. Enjoy Live & Silent Auctions, Jewelry Raffle, Bocce Ball, Excellent Food, Great Music, Premium Open Bar. Proceeds benefit Cynthia L. Bischof Memorial Foundation and WINGS. For more information visit bjwc.org.

March 17, 2009 - Michael Bischof will speak at Harvard Law School in Cambridge MA "New Criminal Justice Initiatives to Change the Paradigm of Response to Domestic Violence."