DC Coalition for Domestic Violence

❓ Pop quiz: How many years has DCCADV been working to end domestic violence in DC? Answer: 40! Think you can handle tougher questions? Prove it at Trivia Night next Thursday. 🙌 📅 Nov. 5 | 5:30 to 8:30 PM 📍 1101 14th St NW 🎟️ $20 donation Register: https://ow.ly/G2v850ZYAAm

Survivors often flee without IDs or leases. DC’s residency self-certification form requires entry into a city database survivors are kept out of for privacy. DCCADV testified at the Oct. 8 Council roundtable. Read more: https://streetsensemedia.org/article/family-homelessness-intake-complaints/

During #DVAM, we want every survivor to know they are not alone. Over 41% of women and 21% of men in D.C. have experienced some form of violence in their lifetime. Support is available 24/7. Call or text the DC Victim Hotline at 844-443-5732 or chat at dcvictim.org.

Domestic violence and housing are deeply connected. In DC, 45% of homeless families and 35% of homeless youth report a history of DV. This #DVAM, we’re calling for affordable, safe, and accessible housing for survivors. 💜 #SpreadLoveDC

More than 40% of Black women in DC will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. DV is a systemic issue that disproportionately impacts global majority communities. Advocating for survivors means changing DC’s culture of violence. 💜 #DVAM #SpreadLoveDC

🏆 Two weeks until Trivia Night! Test your knowledge, enjoy empanadas, and connect with neighbors who care about a safer DC. Your $20 donation supports our advocacy for survivors. ✨ 📅 Thursday, Nov. 5 | 5:30 to 8:30 PM 📍 1101 14th St NW Register: https://ow.ly/WJFc50ZYzvR

#DAFDay may have passed, but you can give year-round! 💜 ❓A donor-advised fund (DAF) is a charitable giving account that lets you support causes you care about over time. Support through our EIN 52-1515600! https://ow.ly/3fJn50ZYEG1 #SpreadLoveDC

A little salsa, a lot of community. 💜 Thank you to everyone who joined DCCADV’s Salsa Night for an evening of dancing and connection in support of survivors. Together, we’re building a safer DC. Check out upcoming events at dccadv.org/events #DVAM #SupportSurvivors

💜 Advocating for survivors starts with understanding. We teamed up with Solid State Books this #DVAM to share books that put words to experiences too often carried alone. 📚 Hear from Erin Byrne, our Data & Evaluation Coordinator, on one that stayed with her. #SpreadLoveDC

🧠 DCCADV Trivia Night is almost here! Join us Thursday, Nov. 5 for friendly competition, empanadas, and community. ⏰ 5:30 to 8:30 PM 📍 1101 14th St NW Register: https://secure.givelively.org/event/district-of-columbia-coalition-against-domestic-violence/dccadv-trivia-night

Today, our team is proudly wearing purple for Purple Thursday 💜 You are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, help is always available. Visit dccadv.org for more info. #PurpleThursday #DVAM #WithSurvivors #EndDV #CommunitySupport

No one should have to live in fear. If you or someone you know needs help, you are not alone. 📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text "START" to 88788. #DVAM #DomesticViolenceAwareness #PurpleThursday2026 #Every1KnowsSome1

October is flying by! 🍂 Hear from our Executive Director, Dawn Dalton, on how DCCADV has been showing up for survivors this #DVAM. 💜 It’s not too late to get involved. Explore upcoming events: https://dccadv.org/the-events/ #SpreadLoveDC

The Start Anew Project is hosting a free clinic for survivors of DV, sexual abuse & human trafficking. 📅 Fri., Oct. 16 | 11 AM to 3 PM 📍 1126 16th St NW 🔗 https://ow.ly/R6if50ZUHHa

A 40% cut to victim services funding has forced programs to lay off staff, cut services, and in some cases close. The #CVFSA can help stabilize funding. Senate leadership, act now! Take action: https://ow.ly/J9Nw50ZV4Zh

✨ We were honored to join We The Girls at Calvin Coolidge Senior High School for a meaningful day of connection, sisterhood, and empowerment. 💕 Here’s to uplifting one another, building confidence, and creating spaces where every girl can thrive! 💗 💫

DAF Day is here! 🎉 If you are an individual that gives through a dedicated donor-advised fund, then it's the perfect time to unlock charitable dollars for DCCADV! Donate here: https://ow.ly/UVj350ZV8tw Your fund can power real and lasting change for D.C. survivors. 💜 #DCCADV

🎉Join us for TRIVIA NIGHT! 🎉 🗓️ Nov 5, 5:30pm 📍 1101 14th St NW 4 rounds of trivia, empanadas & drinks—all for a great cause! $20 donation supports survivors (includes a drink!). Teams of up to 6. RSVP: bit.ly/DCCADVTrivia 💜 #TriviaNight #EndDVinDC

Last Wednesday, we hit the dance floor for a cause! 💃🕺 Thanks to Salsa with Silvia for helping us step up our salsa skills and to everyone who brought their best moves to raise funds for survivors in our community. 💜 #SpreadLoveDC

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we're honoring survivors and shining a light on healthy relationships. 💜 Follow along this #DVAM for events and resources across DC. #SpreadLoveDC

Today's the day! We're Painting the Town Purple 💜 DCCADV volunteers are canvassing across DC to share free, confidential resources with our neighbors. Follow along! Out with us? Tag DCCADV + #PaintTheTownPurple. #DVAM #SpreadLoveDC

A judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island has ruled in favor of state domestic violence and sexual assault coalitions and providers, successfully ending a lawsuit brought by the coalition. Read more at https://ow.ly/fJQ650ZSPY4.

💜 Join My Sister’s Place for The Clothesline Project DC! Decorate T-shirts with messages of strength and support for survivors. 📅 Oct. 24 | 12–4 PM 📍 Alethia Tanner Park 🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/my-sisters-place-presents-the-clothesline-project-dc-tickets-1999044800812

💃🕺 NEXT WEEK: Join DCCADV’s Salsa Night for a lesson, social dancing, and drinks, all in support of DC survivors. Spots are limited: https://secure.givelively.org/event/district-of-columbia-coalition-against-domestic-violence/dccadv-salsa-night/dccadv-salsa-night

Small change. Big impact. Rounding up your purchases helps us provide safety, shelter, and support to survivors of domestic violence across DC. Every cent adds up. RoundUp.org makes it easy with your Visa/Mastercard. Sign up, link in bio! #RoundUpForGood #SpreadLoveDC #DCCADV

Join DCCADV and @SalsawithSilvia on 9/30, 5:30-8:30 pm for salsa, empanadas, cocktails, and support survivors. 100% of proceeds support DCCADV's work! https://secure.givelively.org/event/district-of-columbia-coalition-against-domestic-violence/dccadv-salsa-night/dccadv-salsa-night

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Survivors of abuse may face unique mental health challenges, and support is available. If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. 💜 📚 Find more resources: https://ow.ly/vYNF50ZLgnp

Round up spare change to support our mission. We've partnered with RoundUp.org to make it easy to round up your Visa/Mastercard purchases for DCCADV. Pick your card via the link in our bio, set an optional monthly max, done in under a minute! #RoundUpForGood #SpreadLoveDC #DCCADV

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor Latina survivors. Nearly 1 in 3 Latinas will experience domestic violence, yet language and cultural barriers can limit access to support. For more: https://ow.ly/JicS50ZLC1m

🍯 Shanah Tovah! As we welcome the Jewish New Year, we wish peace, renewal, and community connection to all who celebrate.

Today is the last day to order your Spread Love DC shirt and have it arrive in time for DVAM! This year's 40th anniversary DCCADV shirt comes as a tank top, hoodie, and more! Order now: www.customink.com/fundraising/...

This Labor Day, we honor the hard work and resilience of survivors, advocates, and community members working every day to end domestic violence. Your dedication builds stronger, safer communities for us all.

When you wear a #SpreadLoveDC shirt, you're starting conversations about healthy relationships and helping fund the work to #endDVinDC. It's awareness you can wear, and support survivors can see. There's still time to order before DVAM. Get yours by September 9. 🔗 https://ow.ly/9FR750ZIRkw

💃🕺 Join us in kicking off DVAM with a Salsa Night — part salsa lesson and social dancing, all in support of survivors here in DC. All dance levels are welcome, so come put on your dancing shoes for a good cause. Spots are limited — get your ticket now! https://ow.ly/kivE50ZHWq1

Our SpreadLove DC shirts are back with a brand new design for our 40th anniversary. 💜 Wear your support all October for DVAM, and a percentage of every purchase funds our work. Order by Sept 9. https://www.customink.com/fundraising/spreadlovedc26

Movement can be part of healing. 🌿 Join DCCADV and The Women's Center for Session 2 of our free, trauma-informed virtual movement series with instructor Julia Decker on Wed, Aug 26 at 7PM ET. New folks welcome! Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Kn12aXM1H3

This decision shows that the cruel and harmful actions of the administration will not be tolerated. Read more on our website. https://dccadv.org/federal-court-rejects-trump-vance-administrations-unlawful-restrictions-on-health-and-housing-grants/

Join us on September 30, 5:30–8:30PM for DCCADV Salsa Night — the perfect way to kick off DV Awareness Month! In partnership with Salsa with Silvia and DC Brau Brewing, the night features a professional salsa lesson, freestyle social dancing, cocktails, beer, and food: https://ow.ly/knmC50ZvNBZ

Join us August 20 at 7PM for a conversation with Impact Boston's Meg Stone on "Don't Fight Back" — busting myths about crime, personal safety & gender-based violence. Free & open to the public at Solid State Books! 🧡 #GenderBasedViolence

Tomorrow is the night! 🍷 Join us at Grand Cata for a night of wine, community & entertainment. The Roaming Coyote will be serving handcrafted tacos & bowls! $15 from every ticket supports DCCADV survivors. Last chance for tickets. https://www.grandcata.com/e-shop/gc-x-dc-cadv-summer-fundraiser

NEXT WEEK, join us at Grand Cata for a night of wine, community & entertainment. 🍷 $15 from every ticket supports DCCADV survivors. Grab your tickets before they're gone. #DCEvents #SupportSurvivors

Your support can make a difference. DCCADV is committed to ending domestic violence and increasing support for survivors in DC. With your donation, we can grow our advocacy efforts for survivors and the organizations they rely on. Donate today: https://dccadv.org/donate-to-dccadv/

DC's FY27 budget restored some cuts to domestic violence programming, but fell short of what survivors need. Out of a $4.4M ask for DV programming and prevention, the city added 0 new funding. The Fair Budget Coalition's FY27 Budget Report Card breaks it down: https://ow.ly/7maR50ZmWKr

It's back-to-school season! 🎒 DCCADV is partnering with DC Duke Alumni to provide fully packed bookbags for 150 DC youth — from Pre-K to incoming college freshmen. Pick a grade level and donate supplies today. https://dccadv.org/dccadvs-annual-backpack-drive/

We're honored to receive an Economic Empowerment Grant from The Allstate Foundation. This funding enables us to continue to act as a resource for those experiencing domestic violence in the district each year. Thank you to The Allstate Foundation for your continued commitment to DCCADV. 🤍

Your experience matters. DCCADV is conducting a confidential survey on how survivors in DC access support. Takes 20 min. Enter to win a $100 gift card. Open through Aug. 31. 🔗 English & Español: https://dccadv.org/needs-assessment-en https://dccadv.org/needs-assessment-es

Sip, celebrate & support survivors. 🍷 Join us Grand Cata July 29, 5–8PM — $15 from every ticket goes directly to DCCADV. Come hungry — Roaming Coyote will be there serving handcrafted tacos & bowls! Can't make it? Donate: https://www.grandcata.com/e-shop/gc-x-dc-cadv-summer-fundraiser #DCEvents

July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! Our relationships have a profound effect on our mental health and well-being. Learn how to spot signs of the different signs of abuse: https://dccadv.org/domestic-violence-101/