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Our mission is to interrupt the cycle of abuse by cultivating safety, healing, and just outcomes for those impacted. Austin, Texas.

Call our 24/7 SAFEline at 512-267-7233. SAFE is a merger of Austin Children's Shelter and SafePlace. Together, we can stop abuse for everyone.

10/14/2026

🚚🎃 Volunteers needed for Truck-or-Treat! 🎃🚚

Truck-or-Treat is coming to Q2 Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 24, and we need your help to make it a day families won’t forget! Thousands of kids and parents will come out in costume to explore big trucks, grab candy, do Halloween crafts and bounce around our Inflatable Zone.

We’re looking for volunteers to help with:

✅ Setup
✅ Lines and ticketing
✅ Kids’ activities
✅ Clean-up and more

You’ll get your role at the start of your shift, and we’ll take care of a complimentary lunch and drinks. 🌮🥤

Every hour you give helps raise money for kids and families impacted by violence. Proceeds from Truck-or-Treat support SAFE’s work to help survivors find safety, healing and a fresh start.

📝 Sign up at www.safeaustin.org/totvolunteer

Good to know:

☀️ The event is entirely outdoors, so plan for several hours outside.
👥 Volunteers must be 13 or older. Volunteers ages 13–17 must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. Children under 13 may not volunteer or come along with volunteers due to safety and security protocols.

📧 Questions? Email [email protected]

Grab a friend, bring your Halloween spirit and help us make this year’s Truck-or-Treat one to remember! 👻

10/13/2026

💜 This Thursday, October 15, Austin City Hall lights up purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

SAFE is grateful to the City of Austin for hosting this Wear Purple Day gathering to recognize all those whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence. We’re proud to stand alongside our partners in this work to share resources and honor survivors.

Last year, SAFE served more than 5,000 survivors of violence. We know that visibility and support help survivors find the courage to come forward, tell their stories, get the help they need, and rebuild their lives.

📍 Austin City Hall, 301 W. 2nd St.
🕡 6:30 PM: Resource Fair with 8 local agencies
💡 7:30 PM: City Hall lights up purple + speakers
🕗 8:00 PM: Event concludes

🎤 Speakers:

Council Member José Velásquez, District 3
APD Assistant Chief Earley
Bhumika Purohit, Manager of Systems Advocacy & Training, AFSSA
Pierre Berastaín, CEO, SAFE
Eloise Sepeda, Founder, Harmony One Restorative Justice

We hope this evening encourages our neighbors to reach out for help if they need it, to offer support where they can, and to keep the conversation and advocacy going long after the lights fade and DVAM ends. Wear purple, bring a friend, and join us. 💜

10/08/2026

Help us create a joyful Halloween for the children we serve.🍫🎃

Take a look at what is on our Amazon Wishlist to see what we still need to make this holiday special: https://tinyurl.com/SpookySAFE Our goal is to have costumes ready for our kiddos to pick out on Monday, October 19th

You can also help donate individually wrapped Halloween treat bags OR a large bag of assorted candy/chocolate. Please sign up for your preferred donation type through our SignUp link: https://signup.com/go/GsGELVN

10/05/2026

Today is the Day of Unity, observed on the first Monday of Domestic Violence Awareness Month- a day to remember lives lost to domestic violence, honor survivors, and stand together in our commitment to ending abuse.

Today, we remember lives lost to domestic violence around the world while honoring and sharing the stories of individuals from right here in Austin, Texas. Collected each year by the Texas Council on Family Violence, these stories remind us of the people behind the statistics- parents, children, friends, neighbors, and loved ones whose lives were taken far too soon.

Swipe to read and remember their stories.
Content warning: mentions of abuse and death.

To the families, friends, and loved ones carrying these losses: our hearts are with you today and every day. 💜

Their stories strengthen our resolve. Every call answered, every safe night of shelter, and every survivor supported is part of SAFE’s commitment to a future free from violence and abuse. We will continue to stand with survivors, work to prevent violence before it begins, and to build a community where no one has to face abuse alone.

If you or someone you know needs support, SAFEline is available 24/7:
📞 Call: 512.267.SAFE (7233)
💬 Text: 737.888.SAFE (7233)
🖥️ Chat: safeaustin.org/chat

10/01/2026

🎃FLASH SALE! You won't want to miss out on 50% off of all Truck-or-Treat tickets!

All the same fun at half the price! Until October 1st-15th you can get in on the deal:

• $25 VIP - includes early admission at 9 a.m. and access to the VIP Lounge (Lexus Club)
• $10 General Admission
• Children 2 and under are still free!

🎟️ Visit SafeAustin.org/truckortreat to get your tickets

09/29/2026

Who should lead the Austin Travis County Family Justice Center? Your voice can help decide. 💜

This person will shape how survivors of domestic violence, s*xual assault, child abuse, and other family violence are supported in our community for years to come, and the selection committee wants to hear from you.

📅 Wednesday, Sept. 30 | 5:30 PM
📍 Commissioners Courtroom, 700 Lavaca St., 1st Floor (free parking at the 800 Lavaca garage)
💻 Or join via live stream

Learn more and RSVP: countyattorney.traviscountytx.gov/family-justice-center

09/22/2026

🌟 Our CARES team was honored to attend Red Oak Hope’s “A Night of Hope” Gala, where they were not only the program highlight but also received the Founders Award for Movement Building. 🏆

Thank you to Red Oak Hope for recognizing the work our CARES Program’s has done for survivors of s*x trafficking and for bringing our community together for such a meaningful evening.

09/18/2026

We would like to thank everyone who attended this year’s Celebration Luncheon.

A special thank-you to our Lead Advisors, SAFE Board members Dr. Jasmonae Joyriel and Laura Burkhart, for their leadership and their commitment to this community.

And a big thank-you to our sponsors, Kacy & Scott O'Hare and Einstein Moving Company. Your support helped make this event possible.

Together, we raised $125,215 🎉

09/15/2026

🧡 Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month!

From Sept. 15–Oct. 15, we celebrate the rich cultures, strength, and resilience of Hispanic and Latino communities here in Austin and across the country.

At SAFE, we’re proud to offer bilingual, culturally responsive support for survivors and families in our community. 🙌

09/10/2026

🎵 Come say hi to SAFE at Give Back & Get Loud!

We’ll be at the Austin Young Chamber’s 2026 Give Back & Get Loud event, presented by H-E-B, on September 15 from 6:30–8:30 PM at KMFA Studios!

SAFE will join local nonprofits from across Austin for an evening celebrating the organizations and people working to make our community stronger. ❤️

Stop by our table to meet members of the SAFE team, learn more about our work, and discover ways you can get involved in helping create a safer Austin for everyone.

While you’re there, enjoy live local music, complimentary light bites and drinks, an artisan marketplace, and plenty of opportunities to connect with people who care about our community.

✨ The best part? It’s completely free to attend!
We’d love to see you there- be sure to stop by the SAFE table and say hello!

Address

4800 Manor Road, Bldg K
Austin, TX
78723

Telephone

(512) 267-7233

Website

https://www.safeaustin.org/

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