How Can You Help?

Advocate

Donations

Many of our friends ask what they can do to help victims of violence. Don't believe that just because you do not have training as a counselor we can't use your help.

          You can volunteer, become an advocate, make a product or services donation to fulfill our wish lists, become a member, designate the WCSC as a recipient of your United Way donation, have your business become a sponsor of one of our many fund-raising activities...There are so many ways you can help -- just contact our office/crisis center.

          We are proud of the fact that since 1981 we have been able to provide crisis intervention and counseling for victims 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  We need your help in order to continue.  Whatever you can give, whether it be a couple of hours of your time or a few dollars, will help us continue our success.  We are here for you, our community.   Please help us make a difference.

Volunteer

You can volunteer to help with a number of fund-raising activities, work as an office assistant at our crisis center, become an advocate, write our newsletter for us, write grants, volunteer at our shelter, serve on a committee, or offer to transport victims to court or other agencies.  We can always use your help.

Advocate

You don't have to have training as a counselor to help.  We offer a training program for volunteer advocates for all victims of crimes. Our advocates provide support at a time when victims may feel at a loss in dealing with and understanding our criminal justice system.  The presence of the WCSC volunteer advocate reassures the victims that there are people who care.

          WCSC volunteer advocates are trained in crisis intervention skills, must complete an apprenticeship period and meet specific criteria before becoming a certified advocate.  Due to the public transportation constraints on St. Croix, we require WCSC advocates to have  their own transportation.  Please contact our office/crisis center for more information on how you can become a volunteer advocate.

Donations

In advocating for the rights of families we provide crisis counseling, victim follow-up, emergency food and shelter, courtroom support, the list goes on...Our trained volunteers respond to victims 24 hours per day.   There is no limit to the services we could provide except those imposed upon us by lack of funds. You too can make a difference.  A donation of $1,000 helps keeps our crisis center open. $500 allows us to stock our shelves with non-perishable foods for families in need. $250 helps pay expenses at our crisis center. $125 provides food and shelter for two nights to provide 48 hours of safe time for a victim and their children.  $100 provides for 2 hours of private counseling for a victim.

          Won't you join us by making a difference and sending a donation today?  All donations are tax deductible.

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Membership

Become a dues paying member and help us put an end to domestic violence. For as little as $1.00 a month, you too can make a difference.  Don't forget, all donations are tax deductible!

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Wish List - Office/Crisis Center

• Pentium computers
• laser or ink jet printers
• plain paper fax
• copy paper
• free legal services
• Virgin Islands Code (complete set)
• printing services
• appliances for clients
• white spray paint (for appliances)
• microwave oven
• cd/radio player
• trucking services

• white paint (indoor and outdoor)
• 9 volt & AA batteries
• pampers
• canned food
• bottled water
• infant formula
• toiletries
• mops, brooms
• Kleenex, paper towels, toilet paper
• volunteer gardener
• service contracts for computers and copy machines

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In 1994 we opened Sojourner House, a temporary shelter for  battered women and their children. Our shelter provides a safe and warm environment, and is staffed by a coordinator and a counselor.  Since it has opened, we have housed many families in crisis, helping them start their new violence-free lives.

Wish List - Sojourner House

• car or mini-van
• power pack for computer
• laser or ink jet printer
• plain paper fax
• paper shredder
• free legal services
• general labor for various projects
• gardener, electrician, plumber, carpenter
• tall ladder
• lightbulbs - all kinds
• flashlights
• battery-powered lanterns
• sponges
• garbage bags
• tools
• bleach
• soap
• lotion
• pillows

• 9 volt & AA batteries
• canned food
• first aid kit
• infant formula
• diapers (all sizes)
• toilet paper, kleenex, paper towels
• cleaning supplies - detergent, bleach, dish soap, etc.
• personal toiletries - shampoo, toothpaste, soap, razors
• deodorant
• videos and books
• toys and games
• art supplies for children
• entertainment center
• plates, bowls, cups
• dish towels
• kitchen utensils
• standing fans
• silverware

We need your help and sponsorship to keep Sojourner House open. Please show you care.

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