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March 2019
22nd Annual Souper Bowl
Domestic Violence Intervention Program 22nd Annual Souper Bowl Fundraiser to support victim/survivors of intimate partner violence DVIP invites the community to join them in raising funds for those most vulnerable. Many of the victim/survivors we serve flee with nothing more than the clothes on their back. For some, like Cindra, the situation is now or never. Cindra and her son, Kyle, fled in the middle of dinner after her husband had thrown a knife at her, narrowly missing her right…
Find out more »August 2019
Philantrho-Jam: a benefit concert
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) and the North Liberty Community Pantry (NLCP) are partnering to raise funds for youth programming in Johnson County. The event will be held August 11th at the Quail Ridge Pavilion in North Liberty. This is a family-friendly fundraising event, accepting at-will donations at the entrance. Raffle prizes will be awarded throughout the event and food trucks serving up delicious fare. Local band “HomeBrewed” has donated their time and talent to perform from 3-5 pm,…
Find out more »September 2019
“Forty Years Forward” DVIP is celebrating 40 years of serving victim/survivors!
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) is celebrating 40 years of serving victim/survivors. In 1980, our small first-year budget provided victims and their children emergency housing, counseling, and a 24-hour hotline. Over the 40-year history, there have been many additions to services, such as youth programming, pet sheltering, legal support, community engagement projects, and much more. DVIP’s service region also grew over the years to include 8 counties in Southeastern Iowa. Last year, we supported over 1700 people, including 265…
Find out more »City and County Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamations
Join DVIP staff and our service communities as we declare October Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Attend any of the following events to show your support for victim/survivors to your locally elected officials! Click on the location for specific event details or email dvip@dvipiowa.org for more information! 9/23/19 at 9:00 AM - Van Buren County Board of Supervisors Proclamation 9/24/19 at 9:00 AM - Des Moines County Board of Supervisors Proclamation 9/24/19 at 9:00 AM - Cedar County Board of Supervisors…
Find out more »October 2019
Youth Art Show at Ten Thousand Villages
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program youth department is proud to partner with Ten Thousand Villages as their featured artist for the month of October. The show opening will be hosted on October 4th during the Downtown Gallery Walk. The opening is free and open to the public. The art displayed during October's Domestic Violence Awareness Month features artwork made by youth from the past forty years that have resided in our emergency shelter.
Find out more »Shop for Shelter 2019
On October 5th from 9 AM to 4 PM, the Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) is teaming up with all HyVee’s in Johnson County to support victims/survivors. DVIP will provide shoppers with a list of items and ask for their generous donations to be dropped off with a DVIP volunteer when they have completed their shopping. Shop for Shelter is an amazing way for the community to show their support of victims/survivors and provide some basic needs. Requested items range…
Find out more »Hudson’s Tap Community Night
Stop by Hudson's Tap on Wednesday, October 16th to enjoy delicious food and drinks while supporting the Domestic Violence Intervention Program! 15% of sales from 5:00 - 10:00 PM will go to victim/survivors in our community.
Find out more »Consent Karaoke
Join DVIP and Studio 13 for Domestic Violence Awareness Month with Consent Karaoke on October 24th. Help us to raise funds and awareness while singing our hearts out! Donations will be collected at the door and information to share with friends available throughout the night. Domestic Violence Intervention Program staff will be available from 9 pm to midnight! Grab your friends, come sing a song, and join us for a laugh or two!
Find out more »November 2019
Holiday Donation Drive and Bin Locations
For 40 years, the Domestic Violence Intervention Program has served victims/survivors in Southeastern Iowa by providing them with the needed resources to find safety, dignity, and hope. The Holiday Store offers DVIP clients a secure and confidential place to find gifts for their families at no charge. We are asking for gift donations like LEGOs and blocks, baby dolls, hats, gloves, socks, pajamas sizes 10 and up, baby toys, and gift cards. Full shopping lists available at drop-off locations. Drop-Off…
Find out more »December 2019
Giving Tuesday Celebration
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program is hosting our annual Giving Tuesday Celebration: A Mother's Journey to Safety at the Brown Street Inn. We hope you can join us for an intimate evening featuring a mother's story of survival and hope, hor d'oeuvres, wine, and conversation. Doors open at 5:30 and the event begins at 6:15. Tickets are $50 and all proceeds go to serving victim/survivors. Questions? Call us at 319.356.9863 ext. 3
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