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February 2018
21st Annual Souper Bowl
Join The Domestic Violence Intervention Program for our 21st Annual Souper Bowl! In the chill of February in Iowa, we are reminded of the need to break bread, share conversation, and support our neighbors. As our client, Angela, expressed with tears streaming down her face as she leaned over to her advocate, “All of these people are here for us? I had no idea. I have felt so alone in this for so long. Thank you.” With your support, we are…
Find out more »Lee County Souper Bowl 2018
Join The Domestic Violence Intervention Program for our Second Annual Lee County Souper Bowl! In the chill of February in Southeastern Iowa, we are reminded of the need to break bread, share conversation, and support our neighbors. As our client, Sasha expressed to her advocate in Lee County, “I had no idea what this what to do, I have felt so alone in this for so long. You find yourself blaming yourself and feeling trapped for so long you think…
Find out more »April 2018
Deck the Doghouse
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) and Leash on Life are hosting a goods drive for DVIP’s emergency pet shelter, Cooper’s House. The first annual Deck the Doghouse goods drive will be held Saturday, April 28th, 10 am to 4 pm at area Leash on Life locations, 432 IA-1, Iowa City, IA and 650 Pacha Pkwy #5, North Liberty, IA. With 70% of Domestic Violence victim/survivors reporting that they have pets and 48% of those same individuals reporting that they…
Find out more »May 2018
She Swims Too!
She Swims Too! is a program that aims to empower, celebrate & encourage women of all generations and backgrounds to learn or enhance their skills in swimming. Join us as we support women on June 19th from 4 -6 pm! Children under the age 13 must be accompanied by an adult, 16-years-old or older. DVIP is a proud co-sponsor of She Swims Too! with Sanfoka Outreach Connection, G World, Johnson County Public Health, and RVAP!
Find out more »June 2018
Iowa City Wear Orange Celebration
Join DVIP as we support Iowa City area Moms Demand Action as they celebrate Wear Orange 2018! Americans across the nation will honor victims and survivors, and make a commitment to work together to end gun violence on National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Why does DVIP partner with Everytown/ Mom's Demand Action? Because they fight for the safety of victim/survivors! Within an average month, 50 American women are shot to death by intimate partners, and many more are injured. Nearly 1 million…
Find out more »Paws for a Cause – Annual Dog Extravaganza
DVIP is excited to support Friends of the Animal Center Foundation at their annual Dog Extravaganza and share important information about our own Cooper's House with other animal lovers! Please stop by and show your support for DVIP while you enjoy the dog park, activities for the kids, raffles, entertainment and food, and plus visiting with adoptable animals! You can purchase tickets online from Friends of the Animal Center or at the event entrance the day of the event. Dog Extravaganza…
Find out more »First Annual Spring Flapjack Fundraiser
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) announces their first annual spring pancake breakfast at Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar in Burlington, IA on Saturday, June 9th from 8:00 to 10:00 am This event will provide an opportunity for community members to support those most in need within Des Moines County, 100% of the proceeds from this event will go directly to victim/survivors and residents of Journey House. Tickets are $5.00 each include pancakes, bacon, and a beverage. The Domestic Violence…
Find out more »2018 Pride Festival
DVIP is honored to be a silver sponsor for this year's 48th annual Iowa City Pride's LGBTQ+ celebration! Join DVIP in support of our LGBTQ+ community during IC Pride as we table the vendor area, participate in an unforgettable parade and soak in the amazing live entertainment all-day-long on June 16th, 2018 12-9 pm! Individuals interested in marching in the parade with DVIP please email Alta at altamp@dvipiowa.org Individuals interested in volunteering with DVIP on June 16th should email Rose at rose@dvipiowa.org…
Find out more »Iowa City Area Juneteenth Celebration
Join DVIP as we attend the 8th annual Juneteenth Celebration that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States with a celebration at Mercer Park in Iowa City. Activities will include: Music & Live Entertainment, Youth Essay and Art Contest, Health & Resource Fair, & more. More Event Details HERE!
Find out more »November 2018
3rd Annual Giving Tuesday Celebration
Join Domestic Violence Intervention Program staff, board members, survivors, and supporters for an intimate evening with activist and educator, Sarah Super, as we explore how we can support survivors of intimate partner abuse within our community, break the cycles of silence and shame and create a space for healing. With one in four women and one in six men being affected by intimate partner violence in their lifetime, it is vital that the crisis services provided by DVIP have the…
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