At SafeHouse Center, every quilt created and donated by your members is far more than fabric and thread. It is a symbol of warmth, dignity, and compassion, and a tangible reminder to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault that they are seen, valued, and not alone. These quilts bring color, care, and hope into our shelter, helping to restore a sense of home and belonging during an incredibly difficult time. For many residents, wrapping themselves in one of these beautiful quilts is a reminder that safety and peace are achievable.

We thank you for being part of our mission to provide a safe and nurturing space for survivors. We are also deeply grateful for your efforts to raise awareness about SafeHouse Center and the realities of domestic violence and sexual assault. By donating quilts, you serve as vital community ambassadors, hopefully sharing widely and proudly about our connection and helping to spread essential education about both the impact of abuse and the resources available for those in need.

At SafeHouse Center, we believe that awareness and education are key to breaking the cycles of abuse. By fostering open conversations, especially with young people, about healthy relationships, respect, and consent, we can prevent violence before it begins and build a future rooted in safety and equality.

We are profoundly grateful for your continued partnership and for the love you stitch into every quilt. Together, we are creating healing today and change for tomorrow.

Editorial note: For readers who want more information about identifying and preventing domestic violence, please see SafeHouse Center’s resources and the National Domestic Violence Hotline.

Readers can also support SafeHouse Center financially by purchasing a quilt during their annual online sale, held October through December. Purchases are made on the SafeHouse Center website, and they can ship the quilt to the recipient.