Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence

Holiday cheer starts with you! So far, we’ve matched 48 families or individuals with generous donors, but 7 families/individuals are still waiting to be matched! We're seeking donors to be matched with: ?? 1 Individual ?? 1 Couple ?? 2 Moms with 2 Kids ?? 1 Dad with 3 Kids ?? 1 Mom with 5 Kids ?? 1 Mom with 6 Kids Sign up today to receive a wishlist of items and make their holiday special! Ready to help? Sign up at https://lnkd.in/gDgbPSWx. The donor sign up form will remain on our website until everyone has been matched!

Resilience is here 24/7 with trained nurses and advocates, providing compassionate, trauma-informed care to survivors of sexual assault through medical exams, advocacy, and support. Our empowering services help survivors regain control over their lives—something that was taken from them during the assault. Sexual assault is an act of power and control, stripping away a survivor's autonomy and sense of safety. At Resilience, we work to restore that autonomy by offering survivors the freedom to make their own choices, on their own terms, and at their own pace. Every step of the healing journey is their choice, with all options, including law enforcement involvement, completely optional. We also offer therapy, support groups, and unwavering encouragement tailored to each survivor's needs. Your donation ensures we can continue to provide these life-changing, survivor-centered services. Join us in empowering survivors and rebuilding lives—donate today at https://lnkd.in/g4zf9QDU.

On Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives lost to violence and stand with transgender and non-binary survivors of abuse. Transgender individuals face disproportionately high rates of intimate partner violence, including physical, emotional, and verbal abuse, often compounded by discrimination and violence in society. Many survivors face unique barriers to support, including fear of discrimination from law enforcement, service providers, and even their own families. Resilience is committed to creating a safer, more inclusive world where everyone, regardless of gender identity, can live free from violence. We will continue to fight for safety, justice, and healing for ALL survivors.

Every call is a lifeline. Last year, Resilience answered 3,463 calls to our 24/7 Help Line—each one from a local survivor seeking support, safety, and hope to break free from an unsafe relationship. Your gift can be the turning point in someone's life. Help us provide around-the-clock shelter, support, and resources for survivors by donating today. Together, we can build a stronger, safer community. Make a gift that changes lives at https://lnkd.in/g4zf9QDU

Every day, Resilience is changing lives right here in our community. In 2023, we answered 3,463 calls to our 24/7 Help Line, offering survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking the immediate support they needed in their darkest moments. We’re here for the long haul - providing therapy, advocacy, and resources to help survivors rebuild and thrive, no matter how long it takes. All of our services for survivors are completely free, ensuring that finances are not a barrier to accessing support. This Giving Tuesday and holiday season, you can be the light in someone’s story. Your year-end gift directly supports local survivors on their journey to safety and healing. Together, we can create a stronger, more compassionate community. Make your impact today at https://lnkd.in/g4zf9QDU

The holidays can be a challenging time for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Join us for Navigating the Holidays as a Survivor, an in-person gathering focused on setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and enjoying a special holiday activity. Open to survivors 18+. Join us on Thursday, November 21, 5:30PM - 7PM at Resilience (411 Butternut Dr., Holland, MI). Please RSVP: [email protected]

Thank you to Sam's Club #6417 in Holland for their generous $500 contribution to support groceries and meals for individuals and families staying in our shelter as they work toward safety and healing. Your kindness makes a real difference in the lives of survivors in our community. Thank you, Sam's Club!

Today, and every day, we stand firmly with survivors, especially those from marginalized communities who may face additional barriers to receiving support. We believe in a future where everyone is safe. To every survivor: please know that you are not alone. Your experiences are valid, your feelings matter, and Resilience is here to listen and support you. Resilience's 24/7 Help Line: 1-800-848-5991 Resilience's 24/7 Spanish Help Line: 1-866-728-2131 Additional Resources: National Suicide Prevention Line: 1-800-273-8255 The Trevor Project Line: 1-866-488-7386 (LGBTQ+ Youth) LGBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564 (LGBTQ+ Individuals) Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860 (Transgender Individuals) BlackLine: 1-800-604-5841 (BIPOC Individuals) StrongHearts Native Helpline: 1-844-762-8483 (Native American and Alaska Native individuals)

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The holiday season is quickly approaching, and we’re thrilled to announce new updates to our annual Holiday Program! This year’s program offers a more personalized and empowering experience for survivors and their families, giving them the chance to celebrate in a way that truly reflects their needs. Families receiving our support can now fill out special request forms, which allow them to share specific gift preferences with donors who would like to shop for personalized items. Additionally, families will have the opportunity to visit our Holiday Gift Shop in person, choosing from a variety of toys, household essentials, and wrapping supplies—adding a personal touch to the gifts they give their children. Want to help make the season brighter for families in need? Sign up now to: ?? Be matched with a family and shop for specific gifts ?? Donate general wishlist items for our Holiday Shop ?? Organize a donation drive with your team or business Let’s make this holiday season memorable for families in our community! To get involved, visit https://lnkd.in/gDgbPSWx