For many years, federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding has been a lifeline for nonprofit organizations serving victims in our community, particularly survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault (DV/SA). However, significant reductions to this funding beginning in 2024 have created challenges for many agencies to maintain the level of services needed.

Join us for a powerful conversation with leaders from state and local DV/SA organizations affected by the reductions and explore how these changes will impact victim-serving organizations in our area. Together, we will discuss how we can collectively support survivors and ensure they continue to receive the vital services they need. 

 The event Connection Matters: Funding Cuts, Human Costs will be held on Friday, October 25 at the Women’s Fund office, 4455 W. Lawrence St., Appleton, WI 54914.  

• 8:00 am registration and light breakfast 
• 8:30-10:00 am program (speakers to be announced) 
• Networking and connection time following 

Register and learn more about the event here.  

October is national Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If you or someone you know needs help, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.SAFE (7233). 

The Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region is a supporting organization of the Community Foundation and a separate 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. The Women’s Fund invests in the needs of women and girls through grants, advocacy and education. Since 1994, the Women’s Fund has awarded more than $2.1 million in grants to innovative programs that improve women’s and girls’ physical and mental health, ensure their economic security, promote their safety and enhance their lives.