Why do we hold a Souper Bowl to support victims/survivors?
DVIP is gearing up for our 24th Annual “Souper Bowl.” The event will be held on Thursday, February 25th, 2021. This is a community event that raises funds for victims […]
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Giving Tuesday to support Victims/Surivors
In honor of Giving Tuesday, if you commit to a recurring monthly donation from November 24th through December 1st, you will receive a special gift! Make a recurring monthly donation […]
Emergency Sheltering costs up 76% due to COVID-19
COVID-19 has caused many changes for our normal daily lives but for most victims/survivors, there has been an additional obstacle to safety of being isolated with an abusive partner. Because […]
REAL LIFE STORIES: What do Domestic Violence Victim Service Providers Do?
The following stories come from Iowa domestic violence victim service providers. Most narratives came from responses to an annual survey conducted by the National Network to End Domestic Violence asking […]
Iowa Legislative Proposed Budget Slashes Victim Services Funding by 26%
On April 12, 2017, the Justice Systems Appropriations Subcommittee proposed their SFY18 budget. Legislators proposed a 26% cut in funding for victim services: $5 million for victim assistance grants compared to previous […]