Help Secure a Safe Home for a Family in Need

“On average, it takes a victim seven times to leave before staying away for good”, according to studies provided by the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

It has been a long and rocky road to freedom; finding the courage, strength, and resources to officially break the chains caused by the impact Domestic Violence has held over the last 40 years of my life. In October of 2023, I decided to “shed the weight with attempt number 8”, which has lead me to the point I’m at right now.

I’ve been at Haven House Domestic Violence Shelter since 4/4/2024. Since being at the shelter I’ve been able to get my job back at my favorite employer, filled out over 27 housing applications, & by being vocal by writing to Governor Hochul, I was able to get help with flex funding from NY State to help keep my car on the road for my children and I, and access to a plethora of other non profit organizations & resources.

I am beyond excited to share that I have an affordable, secure & stable apartment available and waiting for me and my children to move in 9/1/2024. I just need a little more help in breaking these chains to freedom a reality!

Despite being connected to organizations and resources, not all resources are available to me based on availability, and demands in the community exceed what is able to be supplied. This is why I am asking Community for help with the security deposit in the amount of $836, to help create a safer more stable future a possibility for my children and I. Thank you for your time, and thank you for your donation!