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At RESPOND, we often talk about how every gift makes a difference. And it truly does. But when it comes to major fundraising events like our Gala, sponsorships can be the difference between a modest net profit and a transformational one. For small Read More

The Survivors of Abuse Feeling Empowered for Re-entry (SAFER) program is a one-of-a-kind partnership between RESPOND and the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department, supporting women who are incarcerated or detained as they process experiences of Read More

At RESPOND, we recognize that it is never as simple as “just leaving.” Our support line is a resource for any survivor, confronting any kind of abuse, from any relationship. As counselors managing the support line, we know there are innumerable Read More

When people think of nonprofit leadership, many picture the board of directors—but what that board actually does can be a mystery. Who are they? Why are they there? And what do they do? The truth is, a board’s role looks different in every Read More

According to the National Network to End Domestic Violence, 97% of U.S. domestic violence programs report that survivors have experienced abuse involving technology. Tech-enabled abuse refers to the use of technology to exert power, control, and Read More

Behind every contribution lies a ripple effect that changes lives, strengthens communities, and creates lasting impact. At RESPOND, we see this every day. One donation can help survivors find safety, a family rebuild their future, and an entire Read More

To the supporter who can’t shake a survivor’s story at the end of the day. To the friend or family member who’s supporting someone through an abusive relationship. To the teacher who suspects something is wrong at home but doesn’t know what to Read More

At RESPOND, we believe everyone deserves to live free from violence—no matter who they are or who they love. This Pride Month, we celebrate the strength of the LGBTQIA+ community and reaffirm our commitment to creating safe, affirming spaces for all Read More

Nonprofits like RESPOND rely on a diverse mix of support to drive their missions forward: government funding, individual donations, event proceeds, business partnerships, corporate matching gifts, and one especially critical yet often Read More

This Mother’s Day, we honor the courage, compassion, and drive of the RESPOND’s founding mothers—a group of women who took their shared vision and turned it into an organization that has saved countless lives. Honoring the Founding Mothers & Read More