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THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER, INC
Emergency and Relief Services
MANSFIELD, Ohio 237 followers
419-774-5840 24/7 Crisis Line
About us
The Domestic Violence Shelter, Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization that opened its doors in 1978 as one of the first three domestic violence shelters in Ohio. The Shelter was founded by a group of concerned citizens who were moved to provide much needed assistance to victims of domestic violence who found themselves in danger and no options for safety. The program began in an office downtown Mansfield with all volunteer staff. A few years later, a very generous community member donated a three story house. After several renovations, the house became a 4-bedroom shelter with administrative offices on the third floor. In 1998, The Shelter with a grant from Richland County Foundation purchased its current facility. In 2007, The Shelter became a dual-focused program, also providing 24/7 advocacy and support to survivors of sexual assault who present in the emergency room at OhioHealth Mansfield and Avita. In 2022, an annexed building was renovated to increase beds. Our current property has over 12,500 square feet with space to sleep 48 survivors. The Shelter has moved from providing primarily emergency shelter to becoming a full-service organization that provides a full range of services to survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
- Website
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www.thedvshelter.com
External link for THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER, INC
- Industry
- Emergency and Relief Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- MANSFIELD, Ohio
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1978
- Specialties
- Safe Housing, Case Management, 24/7 Crisis Hotline, Prevention and Community Education, Victim Advocacy, Volunteer Opportunities, and Outreach
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
P.O. BOX 1524
MANSFIELD, Ohio 44901, US
Employees at THE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER, INC
Updates
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The December Donation of the Month is gift cards. We especially love to receive gift cards for local businesses like restaurants and shops. It’s a win-win that supports our local businesses while also providing a nice shopping or dining experience for Shelter residents. You may donate by making a drop-off appointment, or by shipping your donations to P.O. BOX 1524, Mansfield, OH 44901. Contact Kate to make a drop-off appointment at 419-774-5843 x 100 or khenderson@thedvshelter.com. Thank you! 💗💗💗 To maintain the safety and confidentiality of our clients, we will only accept physical donations that are dropped off by appointment or shipped to our P.O. Box. Thank you so much for your understanding.
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This week, the United Nations recognizes the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. At The Shelter, we are honored to offer support to survivors with disabilities. Our facilities are accessible and we make necessary accommodations when needed to ensure survivors with disabilities can stay at The Shelter safely and comfortably.
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YOU DID IT! Once again, you came through and supported the Richland County Domestic Violence Shelter in a BIG way during this year’s #RichlandGives fundraising campaign. Everyone at The Shelter (including our stuffed animal friends) is so grateful for your generosity. THANK YOU! 💗
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YOU DID IT! Once again, you came through and supported the Richland County Domestic Violence Shelter in a BIG way during this year’s #RichlandGives fundraising campaign. Everyone at The Shelter (including our stuffed animal friends) is so grateful for your generosity. THANK YOU! 💗
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THANK YOU, FRIENDS!! Your generosity during this year’s #RichlandGives campaign has blown us away! We are so grateful for the support of our amazing community! 💗 If you missed the campaign, you can still give to The Shelter all year long through our online giving portal. Just visit our website: thedvshelter.com and click the “Donate” tab.
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With just about 8 hours left in our #GivingTuesday campaign, we have $252 left to meet our $50,000 matching gift challenge!! Can you believe it?! Please help us cross the finish line by giving using the QR code or by visiting https://bit.ly/4eJSaDT. This year, the Domestic Violence Shelter faced at $200,000 budget shortfall. With a generous matching gift pledge from the Phillips Family Foundation, we hoped to cut that shortfall in half and raise $100,000 during this year's #RichlandGives campaign. The campaign ends today at 7pm and we are just $252 shy of reaching that goal!! Will you help us continue providing safety, support, and resources to the survivors of sexual assault, abuse, and trafficking in our midst? Your generous (and tax deductible 😉) donation means the world to us and to those we serve. THANK YOU!
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With ONE DAY to go, we are down to just under $2,000 left to meet our $50,000 matching gift challenge! Will you help us reach our #GivingTuesday goal? Our challenge ends on Tuesday, December 3rd at 7PM! Please scan the QR code to donate today! #richlandgives
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Spending the night in a new place can be a scary experience for children. Fortunately, The Shelter’s magical stuffed animal friend Benny the Bear is the embodiment of warmth and comfort. He spends many nights snuggling with children who need a little extra reassurance. His plush embrace chases away the shadows of fear and uncertainty. Benny's gentle presence is a source of peace for many, offering a silent promise of safety as everyone drifts off to sleep. Please don’t sleep on your chance to give to the Richland County Domestic Violence Shelter through this year’s #RichlandGives campaign. Your donation will be used right here in our community to offer comfort and safety to our most vulnerable neighbors. Please donate to The Shelter by visiting our Richland Gives site before 7 p.m. on Dec. 3rd to make the most of your charitable donation. Click here: https://bit.ly/4eJSaDT
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