About Breaking the Cycle of Violence

September 13, 2019 – State of NJ Senate and General Assembly Resolution

Whereas the Senate and General Assembly of the State of NJ salutes Breaking the Cycle, highly esteemed in the Garden State, in appreciation of it’s Non-violent Conflict Resolution through Forgiveness assembly, which was held at the Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering on September 13, 2019.

May 24, 2017 - Notre Dame Club of the Mid-Hudson Valley

Breaking the Cycle Program: Playing like Champions - In Recognition of your Tireless Fight to Break the Cycle of Violence.

May 11 2015 -  The Consolidated School District of New Britain

Board of Ed. Certificate of Recognition:  Friend of the School - This certifies that Breaking the Cycle is awarded this certificate for the generous commitment of time, support and inspiration to our students.

November 6th 2015 - Albany Police Department

In recognition of valuable contributions toward the 2nd Annual Albany Police Dept. 5k Run/Walk for Domestic Violence Awareness.

November 4, 2006 – Highland Residential Center

Presented to the Bruderhof with sincere appreciation for your unswerving efforts and contributions to the youth at the Highland Residential Center. - Highland Residential Center, Highland, NY

October 22, 2004 – Certificate of Recognition

Presented to Breaking The Cycle on the occasion of today’s Assemblies on the topic of Non-violent Conflict Resolution and Forgiveness at Uniondale High School. The Town of Hempstead is proud to be a part of today’s important event. – Kate Murray, Supervisor, Town of Hempstead, NY

August 2, 2003 – Nassau County Legislature Citation

Recognized and acknowledged Bruderhof Communities for touring with Detective Steven McDonald to talk about forgiveness.  – Joseph Scannell, Nassau County Legislator, 5th Legislative District

August 2, 2003 – Nassau County Office of the Executive

Presented this citation to the Bruderhof Communities in fitting recognition and heartfelt appreciation of the dedicated and exemplary service that you have provided for the benefit of our residents. – Thomas R. Suozzi, Nassau County Executive

August 2, 2003 – Nassau County Legislation Citation

The Bruderhof Communities, a community of dedication and commitment, is being recognized for its continued support, advocacy, leadership, and efforts to spread the word of forgiveness. – Kevan M. Abrahams, Nassau County Legislator, 1st Legislative District

August 2, 2003 – Mayor’s Citation

In honor of Bruderhof Communities outstanding inspiration and dedication to all communities at large. Thank you for sharing the importance of forgiveness. – Mayor William F. Glacken, Incorporated Village of Freeport, NY

August 2, 2003 – Winston A. Grant Humanitarian Award

Presented to Bruderhof Communities commending your efforts on Breaking The Cycle. – Eleventh Annual International Festival, Church of God in Christ Little Zion, Bishop Frank O. White, Pastor

August 2, 2003 – Nassau County Legislature Citation

Recognized, acknowledged, commended, and applauded the Bruderhof communities for your compassion, humanity, and caring. You truly exemplify the saying, “You make a living by what you get; you make a life by what you give.” - David W. Denenberg, Nassau County Legislator, 19th Legislative District

October 1, 2002 – Nassau County Office of the Executive Citation

Presented to Christoph Arnold on the occasion of the Non-violent Conflict Resolution at Westbury High School, in fitting recognition and heartfelt appreciation of the dedicated and exemplary service that you have provided for the benefit of our residents. – Thomas R. Suozzi, Nassau County Executive