SafeHaven of Tarrant County

2016 Impact Report

Hello SafeHaven Community!

Welcome to our 2016 Impact Report, highlighting accomplishments from the year, our financials, what’s up-and-coming in our world, and the amazing people who make all of it happen. What you will see through the pages of this report is an emphasis on “community”.

We use the word “community” in many ways. Some instantly imagine their physical neighborhood where they live, others envision their workplace peers or another group of friends. Some may think of college life, extended families, or church groups.

A little over a year ago, the SafeHaven executive team had the opportunity to participate in The Disney Institute’s Approach to Business Excellence. It was awesome! Through that experience, we went through the process of determining a culture statement and a brand promise for the agency. We looked at what we know to be true at SafeHaven as well as who we aspire to be, and we selected the following statements as our culture statement and brand promise, respectively:

SafeHaven creates community.

SafeHaven promises thoughtfulness.

As you review this report you will see an emphasis on the notion of community – through our accomplishments, our stewardship of your donations, and our plans for the future. Because you’re part of this work, this movement, we feel a fellowship with you. We share with you a common thought: that no one should experience violence at the hands of their partner, that Tarrant County should be free of intimate partner violence, and that we can get there if we work together. We will do this in community with one another.

With best regards, I am

Sincerely yours,

Kathryn Jacob, LMSWPresident & CEO

Growing Together

A 40 Year LegacyIn the late 1970’s, domestic violence shelters emerged in Fort Worth and Arlington, recognizing the need for a safe haven for families fleeing from violent relationships. Over the next 30 years, these two domestic violence agencies, the Women’s Haven of Fort Worth and The Women’s Shelter of Arlington, expanded to include programs that were critical based on the needs of the families served. Each new program confirmed that domestic violence wasn’t constrained to particular city limits; rather, it was an issue affecting our entire community.

In 2006, these two agencies merged to create what is now known as SafeHaven of Tarrant County. Today, SafeHaven is the largest and most comprehensive agency in Tarrant County providing services at no cost to families affected by domestic violence. Our two shelters (Arlington and Fort Worth) provide a comprehensive continuum of care for the women and children who would otherwise be forced to remain in dangerous situations. Trained bilingual advocates respond 24 hours a day to victims who call SafeHaven’s confidential toll-free crisis hotline.

When leaving a shelter, SafeHaven also provides survivors with a safety net of services, including counseling, support groups and free legal assistance. Housing programs assist families in moving to a secure environment while simultaneously obtaining life skills, education, and improved employment opportunities. SafeHaven’s professional prevention staff teach healthy relationship programs to students throughout Tarrant County, and our reformative services address offender accountability. Every step of the way, we are making progress to reduce and end domestic violence, in our community.

As we celebrate 10 years as “SafeHaven”, we remember the decades-long legacy that laid the foundation for our current programs and what establishes our mission and focus to end domestic violence in Tarrant County.

“I love SafeHaven. Here, we can make friends that know what it’s like to go through what we are going through. From the other families that we see in support groups, the kids that we have in our class at the shelter, and the staff who talk with us, they just get it. We are in this together.”

- Emmaleigh, 15

A 40 Year Legacy

The mission of SafeHaven is to end domestic violence through safety, support,

prevention, and social change.

Our ServicesFrom initial intake to independence, SafeHaven’s comprehensive services have been thoughtfully created to provide the best service to clients fleeing from violent relationships. Each program is an integral part of our mission as we work to end domestic violence.

24-Hour HotlineSurvivors looking for a safe place to call turn to our free and confidential 24-hour hotline. Staffed with trained bilingual advocates, our staff are available to safely guide survivors through information and referrals, crisis intervention, safety assessment, shelter entry, and to help as clients begin their journey free from violence.

In 2016, SafeHaven received 19,177 calls

to our 24-Hour Crisis Hotline.

ClinicalAs a fundamental component of recovery from the effects of domestic violence, licensed counselors and social workers provide a safe place to discuss previous instances of domestic violence or issues with a current violent relationship, at no cost to the survivors. Resource centers in Arlington and Fort Worth are available for individual and group therapy for victims as well as play therapy for children affected by domestic violence.

1,241 women and 320 children received

counseling services from SafeHaven, for a total of

9,111 clinical hours in 2016.

Crisis and OutreachFreedom from domestic violence is not a single step process. With the confusion of fleeing a violent relationship, the SafeHaven Crisis and Outreach team is staffed with counselors to help connect survivors with SafeHaven services and other resources based on their needs.

HousingOne of the biggest challenges for our clients comes after leaving shelter. SafeHaven assists in providing significantly subsidized housing for an allotted time or, in some cases, permanent housing for chronically homeless survivors with a disabling condition. This comprehensive housing program offers continued case management, support groups and financial education to ensure success. Additionally, children in the housing program celebrate Camp Heart where they experience a sleep-away weekend camp!

LegalLegal help can seem daunting and expensive, but SafeHaven attorneys provide legal representation and/or advice to our clients free of charge. Services most often include support with divorce, custody cases and protective orders. Our team also provides monthly clinics to answer legal questions and provide advice to survivors in need.

This new department was able to reach 937 families who otherwise

might not have accessed SafeHaven resources.

80 women and 150 children received long-term support through SafeHaven’s housing

program.

128 women received free legal representation

and 591 received legal advocacy and advice.

Shelter

Prevention

Reformative

It is never too early to talk about healthy relationships. In order to cease future domestic violence, SafeHaven provides a robust, multi-session program teaching students from elementary to high school about respect, anti-bullying, and relationships through an evidence-based program.

94.16% of prevention clients showed an

increase in skills and knowledge as a result of

the program.

In 2016, 193 individuals participated in the Partner

Abuse and Intervention Program.

1,698 individuals found safety in SafeHaven

shelters in 2016.

734 women 964 children

In order to address all sides of domestic violence, SafeHaven provides its only fee-based service, the partner abuse intervention program (PAIP). In PAIP, psychoeducational services are provided to offenders through a state accredited and evidence-based program. Offenders are taught fundamentals of leading a nonviolent lifestyle through 27, two-hour sessions.

SafeHaven provides two, holistic emergency shelters, located in Arlington and Fort Worth, with a total capacity for 164 per night. Survivors receive comprehensive 24-hour care ranging from basic needs, transportation, counseling, support groups, legal support, childcare, case management and much more. At SafeHaven, we hope to make the best out of the worst experience for our clients.

Impacting Community

COORDINATED COMMUNITY RESPONSESafeHaven is leading the charge on coordinated community response, an effective best practice where the greater community – including health, police, the judicial system, and other stakeholders – develop strategy to ensure intimate partner violence survivors receive the comprehensive support they need in a trauma-informed and victim-centered manner.

BOARD OF DIRECTORSSafeHaven’s Board of Directors is a critical piece of the SafeHaven community. Our Board has made great strides in trying to reflect the make-up of our community and is richly blessed by its diversity. In 2015, the Board led the agency through a strategic planning process for the next five years, with high hopes of making a greater impact right here in Tarrant County.

SustainabilityThe impact of individual donors on SafeHaven’s work is immeasurable – it is so much more than funds donated as part of a bigger impact in the community. When you donate to SafeHaven, you become part of the solution to intimate partner violence. In doing so, you are an important member of a group whose participation has a wide ripple effect for the clients we serve.

When I first came to SafeHaven for help, I was overwhelmed with everything I was going to have to do to start over. The staff were so kind in setting me up with the resources I needed to get started on this journey. I will be forever grateful.

- Sarah, 28

Women between the ages of 18 - 24 are most commonly abused by an

intimate partner.

Nationally, between 94% and 99% of domestic

violence survivors have also experienced financial

abuse.

Nationwide, domestic violence crisis hotlines answer approximately

20,800 calls every day.

SafeHaven 24-Hour Hotline1-877-701-SAFE(7233)

2016 Board of DirectorsScott RynearsonChair

Cindy JohnsonVice Chair, Board Development

Katie CarlsonTreasurer

Karen AnfinVice Chair, Fund Development

Tracy RectorSecretary

Natalie BrackettDr. Marcelo CavazosKeri CyrSauna GordonEdward McFallsAida MitchellMelina MorrisonWanda Murphy

Justin NewcomScott TurnageLeesa VardemanJeanine WerberigPaul WilhideBarbara WilliamsDorothy Williams

Members

Strategic UpdateIn 2015, SafeHaven’s Board of Directors took on the strategic planning process. The Board determined the best way to work towards ending domestic violence in Tarrant County was through five different initiatives:

• Increase in the work we do with offenders• Increase the work we do in prevention efforts• Increase housing options for victims exiting emergency shelter• Build more earned income opportunities • Influence social change in Tarrant County

2016 moved us in the right direction! We have been working on a significant research project, moving our prevention department’s Peer Abuse Learning (PAL) curriculum to evidence-based status, seeking additional funding for housing solutions, maintaining accreditation for our Partner Abuse Intervention Program (PAIP) and expanding offenders served in that program, and leading the charge on coordinated community response.

your investment mattersYour donation makes a difference. $0.85 of ever dollar goes directly to client services.

ExpensesPrograms/Services

AdministrationDevelopment/Fundraising

85%10%

5%

SAFEfutures society

REVENUEGovernment GrantsUnited WayBerry Good BuysIndividual and Corporate GivingFoundationsOther

52%4%

7%

19%

8%10%

In 2016, 178 individuals and organizations

stood with SafeHaven and invested in our

mission ensuring safety now and safety for the future by joining the SafeFutures Society.

While every donation is critical as we work to end domestic violence, donors who contribute $1,000 are significant investors in our mission.

Imp

actin

g S

usta

ina

bility

VolunteersSafeHaven is grateful for the support of so many people in the community that give of their time and talents to help us with daily operations.Every served meal, sorted donation, and smile serves as a reminder to our families that we are not alone in our mission.

The Many Ways our Volunteers

Serve

In 2016, over 2,500 volunteer

hours were spent directly with children’s

programs.

14,045 volunteer hours were donated which equals $330,900 of

donated time.

Serving Meals

Company GivingDay

Family Unity Now Group

Children’s Programs

Sorting Donations Berry Good Buys

2017 CalendarA Dapper Dinner: COMMUNITY STRONG

May 19, 2017 | 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.River Ranch in the Historic Stockyards

Honoree: Troy MoncriefAn evening filled with laid back Texas charm!

25th Annual Legacy of Women LuncheonOctober 6, 2017 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Historic Hilton Fort WorthA luncheon recognizing 10 influential women in our community.

Walk A Mile in Her ShoesDecember 9, 2017 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The Trailhead at Clear ForkA men’s march in heels to support survivors of domestic violence.

The mission of SafeHaven is to end domestic violence through safety, support, prevention, and social change.

SafeHaven of Tarrant County is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. 1100 Hemphill Street, Suite 303, Fort Worth, Texas 76104 • 1-877-701-SAFE(7233) • www.safehaventc.org

Berry Good Buys Resale Shop • 1701 West Berry Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76110 • 817-921-2793