Shield of
Athena
For over three decades, Shield of Athena has been a beacon of hope for families escaping violence. We provide emergency shelter, counseling services, and prevention programs tailored to meet your needs.
Our comprehensive approach addresses immediate safety needs while building long-term resilience through therapy, education, and community support. Every donation directly funds life-saving services and prevention programs.
Why choose Shield of Athena
Our commitment to families escaping violence is reflected in our comprehensive support and proven impact.
Families Served Annually
Every year, we provide comprehensive support to thousands of families seeking safety and healing.
Emergency Shelter Nights
Safe shelter nights provided annually, offering refuge and security to those in need.
Therapy Sessions Provided
Professional therapy sessions helping individuals and families rebuild their lives with dignity.
Prevention Workshops
Community prevention workshops educating and empowering communities to break cycles of violence.
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Follow a Family's Journey to Safety
See how your donations create real change through an anonymized family's path from crisis to independence
Crisis Call
Sarah* calls our 24/7 hotline at 2am with her two children (ages 6 and 9). Our trained crisis counselor provides immediate emotional support and begins the safety planning process.
Emergency response: $75
Emergency Shelter
Safe accommodation for 30 days while we develop a comprehensive safety plan. Sarah and her children receive immediate housing, meals, and essential supplies.
Shelter (30 nights): $1,050
Healing Begins
Trauma-informed therapy sessions for Sarah and age-appropriate counseling for the children. Play therapy helps the kids process their experiences safely.
Counseling (8 sessions): $400
Building Skills
Job readiness training, resume workshops, and financial literacy classes. Sarah enrolls in a medical assistant certification program we subsidize.
Skills training: $200
Independence
Transitional housing support and first month's rent assistance. We help Sarah secure a safe apartment and provide basic furniture through our partnerships.
Housing transition: $100
Thriving
One year later: Sarah is employed full-time, the children are thriving in school, and the family is building a new life. Follow-up support ensures lasting success.
Follow-up support: $50
Total Journey Cost: $1,875
Your donation of $100 covers 5.3% of a family's complete journey to safety and independence.
*Names and details changed to protect privacy. Based on real client outcomes.
Community Impact Leaders
Celebrating the incredible generosity of our supporters
Sarah Chen
$2,500 donated
Michael Rodriguez
$1,800 donated
Emma Thompson
$1,200 donated
David Kim
$950 donated
Lisa Johnson
$750 donated
Anonymous
$500 donated
James Wilson
$400 donated
Maria Garcia
$350 donated
Test Your Knowledge About Family Violence
How much do you know about the issue we're fighting? Take this quick quiz to learn more about family violence and its impact.