TBC

Take Back the Night

Iowa Pentacrest

Join WRAC and DVIP & RVAP for an educational rally and march focused on eliminating sexual and domestic violence in our community at the University of Iowa Pentacrest on April 22nd at 6:00 PM.

Denim Day

Join DVIP & RVAP in wearing denim jeans on April 30th, to show support for people affected by sexual assault. The Denim Day campaign began in 1999 after a ruling by the Italian Supreme Court to overturn a rape conviction because the justices felt that since the victim was wearing tight jeans she must have

Art as a Response to Trauma

Stanley Museum of Art 160 W Burlington St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Join docents and supporters of DVIP/RVAP to tour works of art that transcend the direct experience of trauma. Following the tour, DVIP/RVAP invites you to join them for refreshments and a panel discussion exploring how advocates use art to support victim-survivors in their healing process and how you can help! There is no fee to

80’s Dance Party

The James Theater 213 N Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Join DVIP & RVAP for an 80's-themed dance party that will support victim-survivors. Wear your best 80's outfit and soak in some nostalgia at The James Theater! Featuring: Painted Poach Chameleon Society Plastic Relations

$25

Shop for Safety

Every October, DVIP & RVAP hosts our annual Shop for Safety event in our regional counties. This year's Shop for Safety will be held on October 8th from 3:30-6:30pm. We collect nearly 9 months worth of goods for victim-survivors with the support of the community.  Participating stores include Hy-Vee locations in Keokuk, Ft. Madison, Washington,

Shop for Shelter

This year's Shop for Shelter will be held on October 11th from 8:30am-1pm. Shop for Shelter is our annual donation drive for our emergency shelter. We collect nearly 9 months worth of supplies for victim-survivors with the support of our community. Participating locations include: North Liberty Fareway, Iowa City Fareway, University Heights Fareway, North Dodge

The Clothesline Project

Merge 136 S. Dubuque Street, Iowa City, United States

The Clothesline Project is a visual display of violence statistics that often go ignored. Each shirt is made by a survivor of violence or by someone who has lost a loved one to violence. Location: MERGE Iowa City - 136 S. Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA 52240  

Charitable Giving Forum: Tools for Today’s Donors

Join us for the Charitable Giving Forum to learn about how to maximize your giving strategies. Co-hosted by Table to Table, in partnership with Edward Jones. Free to attend, but registration is required: Domestic Violence Intervention Program · Charitable Giving Forum 📅: Thursday, November 6 ⏰: 4:30pm 📍East Side Recycling Center: 2401 Scott Blvd, SE, Iowa

Giving Tuesday/Kristie Fortmann-Doser Retirement Party

Our longtime executive director Kristie Fortmann-Doser is retiring in December. We will celebrate both Kristie's retirement and Giving Tuesday with an event on December 2 at Big Grove in Iowa City.  Kristie has been working in domestic violence intervention for 39 years, 32 of those years have been at DVIP/RVAP.  Kristie's favorite foods and refreshments

29th Annual Souper Bowl

DVIP & RVAP's 29th Annual Souper Bowl fundraiser will be on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Big Grove Iowa City from 5pm-7:30pm.  Dine-in or delivery options available. To-go soup is not an option this year. Pre-sale tickets are only available until February 13th! Our delivery option allows all of our supporters to participate in our

Domestic Violence Intervention Program Day with the Iowa Wolves

Casey's Center 233 Center Street, Des Moines, IA, United States

Celebrate Women Empowerment Day with the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Services at the Iowa Wolves game! Kick off the festivities with an exclusive brunch, and be one of the first 500 attendees to snag a fabulous Iowa Wolves Tumblr. Witness our team play in unique, one-of-a-kind Minnesota Lynx inspired jerseys, adding a special