Domestic Violence Project, Inc.

10/16/2026

It was an honor to share some of our knowledge about domestic violence with such an impactful community partner. Thanks for hosting us, YWCA Canton Ohio!

10/16/2026

We're still collecting for Trunk or Treat as well as Trick or Treating for our resident kids! 🍬

Donations of individually-wrapped candy can be dropped off between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Thanks for helping us TREAT our lil pumpkins. 🎃

10/15/2026

Due to an abundance of generous donations, we are no longer accepting used clothing of any kind for the remainder of 2026. We will still accept new clothing. Thank you so much for your support! 💜

10/15/2026

It's Thankful Thursday and we're sending a great big 💜THANK YOU💜 to the Stark County Fatherhood Coalition for the generous donation to our Take Back The Night event held on Wednesday, October 14.

Survivor support from community-minded organizations like the Fatherhood Coalition and Job and Family Services/Child Support Enforcement Agency helps make our community a safer, healthier place for all.

10/15/2026

Domestic Violence does not discriminate among race and ethnicity. Statistics show that Ohio victims of domestic violence span the racial/ethnic identities of: Asian, Black/African American, White, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, and other designations.

DVPI promotes awareness and provides emergency and support services to ALL those impacted by domestic violence.

DVPI is a private, non-profit agency dedicated to serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, stalking, and dating violence and their children through trauma-informed, confidential, comprehensive services, delivered with respect and cultural sensitivity. Programming includes 24-hour crisis hotline, emergency shelter, housing assistance, peer support, advocacy for survivors of human trafficking, as well as legal and medical support.

24/7 Hotline: (330) 453-SAFE (7233)
If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. Emergency services can respond quickly to protect you.

Whether you’re ready to leave or just need someone to talk to, you deserve to be safe. We're here whenever you need us. 💜

10/15/2026

It's Thankful Thursday and we're extending our gratitude to Mike Hardie for demonstrating his abundance of generosity with his sizable donation of clothing to DVPI 💜. Thanks, Mike!

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

CURRENT NEEDS LIST 💜
We are in need of the following *new* items to help support survivors and their families:

-Men's body wash
-Men's shampoo and conditioner
-Lysol spray
-Clorox bleach
-Children's cold and flu medicine
-Women's menstrual medication

Donations can be dropped off Monday–Friday, 10 AM–4 PM at:
720 19th St NE, Canton, OH
Or you can purchase directly from our Amazon wishlist:
👉 https://a.co/09vFvlI9
Thank you for helping us care for survivors and their families. Every donation truly makes a difference. 💜

10/14/2026

CURRENT NEEDS LIST 💜 (New items only):

We are in need of the following *new* items to help support survivors and their families:

- Men's body wash
- Men's shampoo and conditioner
- Lysol spray
- Clorox bleach
- Children's cold and flu medicine
- Women's menstrual medication

🛒 Shop our Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/09vFvlI9
📍 Drop-off in person: 720 19th St NE, Canton, OH (Mon–Fri, 10 AM–4 PM)
*NOTE: If you plan to purchase a large number of items from somewhere other than our Amazon wishlist, feel free to send a message and let us know so that we can prioritize other items on our online list!*

Every item donated provides comfort and dignity to a survivor rebuilding their life. Thank you for your support! 💜

10/13/2026

On Friday, October 9th, 2026 Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes hosted her Women In Leadership Conference at the Akron Art Museum. Our own Julie Donant, CEO was honored to attend alongside board member Courtney Johnson-Benson (pictured here). The event welcomed over 200 women entrepreneurs, elected officials, labor leaders, and community members spanning Ohio's 13th Congressional District. Local entrepreneurs, innovators, and community members joined together at the conference to collaborate in the spirit of growth and abundance for all.
Read the full press release here: https://sykes.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-sykes-hosts-2026-women-in-leadership-conference