There are many diverse activities initiated in American communities during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

To commemorate this important event and to raise awareness within our community, the Resource and Crisis Center of Galveston County (RCC) has organized several displays.  Look for the following: Our banner display on Broadway; Clothesline Project displayed at The College of the Mainland, an exhibit displaying 40 shirts made by survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault; Matrix in League City displaying electronic message regarding Domestic Violence Awareness Month; posters and literature which were distributed to local police department communication officers to encourage their vigilance in responding to domestic violence calls; and editorials regarding Domestic Violence in the African American Community and at large.  In addition, proclamations will be read at local city council meetings declaring October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in 13 municipalities.  I encourage you to find these displays and discuss them with others.

Over the years, a purple ribbon has become the visible gesture of support for victims and survivors of domestic violence.  We are currently running our Purple Ribbon Campaign; ribbons have been distributed to college campuses, district attorney's office, courts and community service locations. You can pick up your purple ribbon at 2202 Avenue L in Galveston.   Wear your purple ribbon throughout the month of October to raise awareness and open up a dialogue about Domestic Violence.

DVAM is an excellent time to get involved with The Resource and Crisis Center of Galveston County.  You can do so in five different and easy ways.  

Buy one of our unique House Pins, individually designed and handcrafted pieces of wearable art.  Each pin is only $15.00.  These pins make great gifts for birthdays, holidays or for that person who seems to have everything.  To view our pins, please call Marie Schwartz or Melissa Blanton @ 409-763-1441.

Donate old cell phones for our cell phone fundraiser.  We accept new and old models, working and non-working, cracked or those in good shape.  Please bring your phones to our administrative building at 2202 Avenue L Galveston, TX.  

Shop or donate to one of our thrift stores. Our Thrift Stores generate revenue to allocate to program services and  provide needed items to our clients.  By donating or purchasing items you will be helping those in need throughout Galveston County. Our thrift stores are located in  League City: 150 N. Gulf Freeway, Mon-Sat: 10-6:00 Sun: Noon-4 ; Texas City: 2917 Palmer Highway, Mon-Sat: 10-6; and Galveston: 1708 23rd Street, Mon-Sat: 10-6, Sun: Noon-4.

Make a tax deducitable donation. Make your check out to The Resource and Crisis Center and mail it to P.O. Box 1545 Galveston, TX 77553.

Become a volunteer by calling Melissa Blanton at 406-763-1441. We have several different opportunities  to choose from.

If you or anyone you know is suffering from domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or the RCC hotline at 409-765-7233.  Remember, it is never your fault.

Marie Schwartz, M.B.A.  
Director of Development, Resource and Crisis Center
2202 Avenue L Galveston, TX
(832) 474-9057