Hagar's Heart

Hagar's Heart Supporting survivors of domestic violence through self-care, hope, and healing. Support. Donate. Advocate.

Providing a community that reminds every survivor: You are seen, worthy, and loved.

One volunteers Santa's Shack experience-When I first heard about the Santa’s Shack event I was not sure exactly what my ...
08/25/2026

One volunteers Santa's Shack experience-
When I first heard about the Santa’s Shack event I was not sure exactly what my role would be. I just knew that I was going to volunteer and, hopefully, help brighten the day for someone going through a heartbreaking and often scary situation. When I got to the shelter, my role was to be at the makeup station where I could provide a little glam for women who deserve to feel special. I’ve done my own make up many times for pageants, but I have never done it on someone else. I have to admit I was a little nervous! I really wanted to make sure that the make up was perfect because everyone deserves to feel loved, beautiful, and confident.

I will never forget one woman in particular. When I was doing her makeup, she told me she had never had her makeup done by a princess before and was moved to tears about how special she felt. After I flipped the mirror around, she gave me the biggest hug and in that moment, I knew it was not about the actual “makeover” but the love that is shared when people uplift and take care of one another. I hope everyone gets the opportunity to volunteer at a Santa’s Shack event because it fills your heart was so much joy.

-Lilly

Victoria Auten recently joined the Hagar’s Heart team as Office & Community Engagement Manager after four meaningful yea...
08/21/2026

Victoria Auten recently joined the Hagar’s Heart team as Office & Community Engagement Manager after four meaningful years as a dedicated volunteer. In her new role, she manages the office, coordinates and facilitates Packing Parties, and leads community outreach efforts.

Before coming to Hagar’s Heart, Victoria spent more than twenty years in the legal field in office management roles, the majority of that time focused on family law and child welfare. That experience gave her a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those affected by domestic abuse and ultimately inspired her to get involved. She felt compelled to help rebuild the self-worth and self-esteem of survivors—work she now continues both behind the scenes and in direct service to the community.

During her years as a volunteer, Victoria played an integral role in delivering I See You boxes to partner agencies and participated fully in fundraising events and every program Hagar’s Heart offers. Her favorite is Santa’s Shack. She describes it this way:

“I enjoy getting to spend one-on-one time with children shopping for gifts for their mom for Christmas. It’s a fulfilling experience. Seeing them get excited about choosing gifts for their mom is only the start of it for me. More often than not, the kids want to wrap the gifts themselves, which often ends in a tangle of tape and a very happy, proud child. In those moments, I am reminded of why we do this and the magic each of us can bring to others—not just at Christmas, but throughout the year.”

Outside of work, Victoria is an impeccable planner with strong organizational skills. She loves traveling with her husband, enjoys a wide variety of crafting activities, and places a high priority on caring for her immediate and extended family.

Victoria brings both professional experience and genuine heart to Hagar’s Heart, and she is grateful for the opportunity to continue supporting the organization’s mission every day.

We gave out 270 boxes in July and need help restocking supplies for our I See You boxes. This month we are asking for na...
08/19/2026

We gave out 270 boxes in July and need help restocking supplies for our I See You boxes.

This month we are asking for nail clippers, chapstick, and kleenex. You can shop our amazon wishlist (in our bio) or comment wishlist and we will send the link right to you!

08/18/2026

Join us for NTX Giving Day 2026! We will have more details on ways to get involved, but come by the office and pick up a Yard Sign this week!

Volunteers are the heart and hands of Hagar's Heart. We appreciate you for giving up a Saturday morning to make sure our...
08/18/2026

Volunteers are the heart and hands of Hagar's Heart. We appreciate you for giving up a Saturday morning to make sure our boxes are ready to go for Survivors.

Join us in office on September 15th for our next Volunteer Saturday.
SIGN UP online or in our bio.

SAVE THE DATE 💜 NORTH TEXAS GIVING DAY📅 September 17, 2026Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing more about the progr...
08/17/2026

SAVE THE DATE 💜 NORTH TEXAS GIVING DAY
📅 September 17, 2026
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing more about the programs, people, and impact your generosity makes possible.

Save the date. Share our mission. Help us spread the word.

Together, we can help more survivors feel seen.

I volunteer with Hagar's Heart because I have walked in the shoes of a survivor; I myself am a survivor of domestic viol...
08/13/2026

I volunteer with Hagar's Heart because I have walked in the shoes of a survivor; I myself am a survivor of domestic violence. I hold Hagars Heart near and dear to my heart and I strive daily to make every survivor (man or woman) feel loved; I myself understand what these survivors are going through.

Since being with Hagar's Heart, I hold the I See You Boxes as a tool to achieve the feeling of being seen, loved, and worthy; something that is important to feel as a survivor.

It is our mission to let others know they are loved, seen, and worthy as well as feeling heard. Hagars Heart helps others get their voice back, one box at a time.

Help us replenish our I SeeYou Box supplies. We hand out between 250-300 boxes each month to our partner agencies across...
08/13/2026

Help us replenish our I SeeYou Box supplies. We hand out between 250-300 boxes each month to our partner agencies across 3 counties. Help us continue to serve women in shelters with this gift by replenishing our supplies.

To donate
1.scan the QR code to shop our amazon list
2. Find a direct link to our Amazon shop in our linktree
3. Comment wishlist and we will send the link right to your messages.

North Texas Giving Day is just around the corner! Giving kicks off August 27th and concludes on Giving Day September 17t...
08/11/2026

North Texas Giving Day is just around the corner! Giving kicks off August 27th and concludes on Giving Day September 17th.

Pick up a yard sign to show your support for Hagar's Heart.

Where: Available at the Hagar’s Heart office
When: 10am-3pm

If this time doesn't work for you or you need help with the exact location, please reach out to- [email protected]
or 817-435-1207.

This morning, Megan Valdez, CEO of Hope's Door New Beginning Center, spoke on Good Day Live on Fox4, about Shoes for Hop...
08/11/2026

This morning, Megan Valdez, CEO of Hope's Door New Beginning Center, spoke on Good Day Live on Fox4, about Shoes for Hope. Megan shared the hidden costs of back-to-school. Expenses extend far beyond backpacks and school supplies for families rebuilding after domestic violence.

As a partner agency, we are supporting Hope's Door New Beginning Center by collecting NEW shoes for the Shoes for Hope initiative. All shoes can be dropped off at the Hagar's Heart office between 10-3 M-Th by Thursday, September 3rd or contact [email protected] to schedule.

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PO Box 14645
Arlington, TX
76094

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+18174351207

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