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Your tax-deductible donation will enable us to continue our vital work: protecting children from abuse, maintaining our in-person and remote services, and ensuring that our support remains free for those who need it most. 

 

Your donation will support  

  • our 24-hour crisis hotline for victims and their loved ones

  • trauma-informed counseling

  • advocacy help as victims of crime move through the court system

  • services in over 240 languages

  • hospital accompaniment for survivors of sexual assault

  • support groups

  • prevention education for schools, workplaces, daycare centers, clubs, and more

 

All of our services are provided at no cost to victims or their loved ones. Every dollar you contribute will significantly enhance our ability to provide essential services to those in need.

OUR IMPACT
FY 2023-24

VSC’s hotline helped 1327 people.

 

"I called the VSC hotline at 2am and the counselor gave me peace and made me feel that I was not alone. It meant so much to me. Thank you VSC for being there."

 

--A Hotline Caller

142 victims received counseling and therapy from VSC’s Counselors

 

“My counselor equipped me with the necessary tools to heal and recover and the empathy and compassion critical for my growth. I appreciate the option of having a session remotely. I will forever be grateful.”

 

--A Victim of Crime

 

 

88 victims of sexual violence were accompanied to hospitals in Montgomery County for rape kit exams

 

"Going to the hospital to get medical exam was frightening. When the VSC advocate met me at the hospital and stayed with me through the rape kit exams, I was not alone and felt supported. Thank you."  

 

-- Victim of Sexual Assault

 

257 victims received in person accompaniments to court hearings

 

“My advocate held my hand, explained the trial process to me, and helped me feel safe in the courtroom and she let me cry."

 

--Survivor of Homicide Victim 

30 victims were assisted with filing for order of protection from sexual violence and intimidation.

 

“I am grateful for the advocate assisting me with filing for the order of protection and explaining the application and the process to me.”   

 

--A Victim of Abuse

128 clients assisted with victim’s compensation. VSC received $135,536.91 for victims

 

“I was physically assaulted and lost all my front teeth. VSC’s advocate explained the crime victim’s compensation and helped me apply for it. I received financial assistance to help with my dental bills.”

 

--Victim of Physical Assault 

 

428 Education programs presented to schools in person and virtually 

 

"My son learned child abuse prevention from the educators that presented at his school. Thank you VSC."

 

--Mother of A Child Who Attended An Education Program

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