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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

 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 […]

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!

In the past year, we have served over 900 individuals in Johnson County and 1899 in all 8 counties of our service region. We have provided emergency shelter to over 300 individuals and served over  250 children and that makes a pretty big list for Santa! Our holiday store provides individuals and families affected by domestic violence […]

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 […]

  DVIP staff & volunteers will be hosting the Coral Ridge Gift Wrap station on December 22 from 3- 9 pm. In exchange for gift wrapping your holiday gifts, DVIP will collect suggested donations to support victim/survivors this holiday season! No appointment necessary just stop by and let us do the work for you! Suggested […]

Please join us in Keokuk, IA for the 3rd Annual Souper Bowl that will benefit victim/survivors in Lee County. Local restaurants have donated soup and each attendee will receive a ceramic bowl of their choice to take home after the event. Domestic Violence Intervention Program invites the community to join them in raising funds for those most […]