Iva's Place

10/14/2026

💜 GET READY TO WEAR YOUR PURPLE TOMORROW! 💜

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and tomorrow is PURPLE THURSDAY! A day to stand together, raise awareness, honor survivors, and remind those experiencing domestic violence that they are NEVER alone. 💜

At Iva’s Place, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, supported, and loved. Every day, we walk alongside individuals and families facing unimaginable circumstances, offering more than just a safe place to turn. We offer compassion, encouragement, resources, and, most importantly, HOPE.

Our mission is to help survivors find hope and healing and create a pathway to a brighter future—one where their trauma does not, and will not ever, define them. 💜

THE FACTS MATTER. THE PEOPLE BEHIND THEM MATTER EVEN MORE.

Newly released national reports in 2026 remind us just how many lives are impacted by domestic violence and why our mission matters.

34% of women and 17% of men in the United States have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime.

84,146 survivors and their children received services from domestic violence programs across the country in just ONE DAY.

13,018 requests for help went unmet that same day because programs lacked sufficient funding, staffing, or resources.

Let those numbers sink in.

Behind every statistic is a person. A mother. A father. A child. A friend. A neighbor. Someone who deserves safety, dignity, compassion, and the opportunity for a brighter tomorrow.

This is why we do what we do at Iva’s Place. And this is why YOUR support matters! 💜

✨ A SPECIAL SHOUTOUT AND HEARTFELT THANK YOU! ✨

We are incredibly grateful to Penny Crook of Daneault Handbags for hosting tomorrow’s Purple Thursday Ladies Luncheon and Purse Bingo Event in support of Iva’s Place!

Penny, thank you for using your heart, your talents, and your passion for bringing people together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of domestic violence survivors. Community partners like you help turn awareness into action and compassion into HOPE!

💜 SO, WHO’S WEARING PURPLE WITH US TOMORROW? 💜

Whether you’re attending the luncheon, heading to work, running errands, or spending the day with friends, we encourage EVERYONE to put on their purple and stand with survivors!

💜 Wear Purple. Stand Together. Give Hope. 💜

Sources: CDC, National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (2023–2024 data, released 2026); National Network to End Domestic Violence, 20th Annual Domestic Violence Counts Report (2025 service data, released March 2026).

10/01/2026

💜 OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

Today begins a month dedicated to raising awareness, honoring survivors, remembering those whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence, and reminding our community of something incredibly important:

There is always help…there is always hope…and Iva’s Place is here.

For someone experiencing domestic violence, taking that first step toward safety can feel overwhelming. They may be frightened. They may have children depending on them. They may have nowhere safe to go. They may be worried about a beloved pet they cannot leave behind. Or they may simply not know what comes next.

That's why Iva’s Place exists.

We provide much more than a safe place to stay. Iva’s Place offers a comprehensive system of support designed to meet survivors right where they are and walk alongside them as they begin rebuilding their lives.

💜 Immediate placement through our Safe Haven Shelter
💜 Crisis intervention and safety planning
💜 Evidence-based, trauma-focused therapy
💜 Legal and client advocacy
💜 Transportation and community resources
💜 Transitional housing and apartments
💜 Budgeting, life skills and parenting education
💜 Support on the journey toward independence

💜And now... we are pleased to announce our services to provide support and care, shelter and advocacy for beloved pets through our "Pets Are People Too" program. Because for many survivors, pets are family, and seeking safety should never mean having to choose between protecting yourself and leaving a loved one behind.

Our goal is not simply to help someone escape abuse.
We want to help victims find their voice and strength, reclaim their power, break the cycle of domestic violence and move toward healing, independence and HOPE.

Throughout October, we'll be sharing more about domestic violence, the barriers survivors face, the work happening every day at Iva’s Place, and ways YOU can help make a difference.

Because every survivor deserves safety.
Every survivor deserves support.
And every survivor deserves the opportunity for a future where their trauma does not and will not ever define them.

💜 Stand with us. Give hope. Change a life. Together we can make a difference.

www.ivasplace.org

09/17/2026

💜👜 GRAB YOUR GIRLFRIENDS — PURPLE THURSDAY IS COMING! 👜💜

Looking for the perfect girls’ day out with a purpose? Join us for an afternoon where fashion meets compassion at the Purple Thursday Ladies’ Luncheon — Hosted by Daneault!

✨ Thursday, October 15, 2026 10 AM – 2 PM
Tellico Village Yacht Club - Tickets are only $50!

Your ticket includes:
A delicious luncheon & refreshments
Purse Bingo with chances to win beautiful Daneault handbags
Friendship, fellowship & fun

💜A meaningful way to support survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month

And the best part? Every ticket helps Iva’s Place Safe Haven Shelter provide safety, shelter, advocacy, resources, and hope to survivors of domestic violence and their families.

💜So wear your purple, gather your friends, and make plans to spend the afternoon with us! Come enjoy great food, gorgeous handbags, lots of fun, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of survivors right here in our community.

🎟️ DON’T WAIT — GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

Purchase yours here: https://givebutter.com/purple-thursday-ladies-luncheon-benefting-ivas-place-kc2psr

💜 Where Fashion Meets Compassion.

👜 Carry Hope. Lift Lives. Change Futures.

Together, we can take a stand against domestic violence and help survivors move toward safety, healing, hope, and a brighter future.
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04/24/2026

✨💜 What an incredible day of purpose, community, and hope 💜✨

Our hearts are so full as we reflect on yesterday’s Purses with a Purpose event. Because of YOU—your generosity, your presence, and your support—we were able to turn something as simple as a handbag into something truly life-changing.

Every purse purchased, every donation given, and every moment shared helps provide safety, healing, and a path forward for survivors of domestic violence served by Iva’s Place Safe Haven Shelter. You are part of a story that gives individuals and families the chance to rebuild their lives—one where their trauma does not, and will not ever, define them.

Yesterday was more than just a shopping event—it was a beautiful gathering filled with something for everyone… incredible handbags, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and the kind of fellowship that reminds us how powerful a caring community can be. 💫

We are so grateful to:
💜 Southern Bell Events for graciously hosting us in such a wonderful space
💜 Every individual and business who donated beautiful purses, delicious food, and refreshments
💜 Each and every person who came out to shop, support, and stand with survivors
💜 Our incredible staff and team of volunteers who worked behind the scenes—sorting, organizing, setting up, and pouring their hearts into every detail to make this event possible
💜 And a special thank you to our amazing swag sponsors, whose generosity added such a thoughtful touch—providing fun, meaningful, and useful items that made each purchase feel even more special

You showed up in a big way—and because of that, lives will be changed.

As we share photos from this special day, we hope you feel the impact you helped create. And the good news? The opportunity to make a difference doesn’t end here.

👜 If you’re interested in any of the purses we still have available, we would love to connect with you!
💜 If you would like to make a donation or begin supporting our next Purses with a Purpose event, please reach out anytime:

[email protected]
865-986-1585

We will continue accepting donations throughout the year as we look ahead to our next event—and we would love for you to be part of it.

From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for being part of something so meaningful. Thank you for helping bring hope, healing, and a brighter future to those who need it most. 💜✨

04/24/2026

✨💜 What an incredible day of purpose, community, and hope 💜✨

Our hearts are so full as we reflect on yesterday’s Purses With a Purpose event. Because of YOU—your generosity, your presence, and your support—we were able to turn something as simple as a handbag into something truly life-changing.

Every purse purchased, every donation given, and every moment shared helps provide safety, healing, and a path forward for survivors of domestic violence served by Iva’s Place Safe Haven Shelter. You are part of a story that gives individuals and families the chance to rebuild their lives—one where their trauma does not, and will not ever, define them.

Yesterday was more than just a shopping event—it was a beautiful gathering filled with something for everyone… incredible handbags, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and the kind of fellowship that reminds us how powerful a caring community can be. 💫

We are so grateful to:
💜 Southern Bell Events for graciously hosting us in such a wonderful space
💜 Every individual and business who donated beautiful purses, delicious food, and refreshments
💜 Each and every person who came out to shop, support, and stand with survivors
💜 Our incredible staff and team of volunteers who worked behind the scenes—sorting, organizing, setting up, and pouring their hearts into every detail to make this event possible
💜 And a special thank you to our amazing swag sponsors, whose generosity added such a thoughtful touch—providing fun, meaningful, and useful items that made each purchase feel even more special

You showed up in a big way—and because of that, lives will be changed.

As we share photos from this special day, we hope you feel the impact you helped create. And the good news? The opportunity to make a difference doesn’t end here.

👜 If you’re interested in any of the purses we still have available, we would love to connect with you!
💜 If you would like to make a donation or begin supporting our next Purses with a Purpose event, please reach out anytime:

[email protected]
865-986-1585

We will continue accepting donations throughout the year as we look ahead to our next event—and we would love for you to be part of it.

From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for being part of something so meaningful. Thank you for helping bring hope, healing, and a brighter future to those who need it most. 💜✨

04/23/2026

✨ It’s TIME! Doors are officially OPEN! ✨

Come out now and join us at Southern Bell Events in Lenoir City for Purses with a Purpose benefiting Iva’s Place Safe Haven Shelter 💜

👜 Shop amazing handbags
🍴 Enjoy delicious food & refreshments
💜 Experience a day filled with fun, fellowship, and purpose

FREE ADMISSION — come anytime between now and 7 PM!

📍 Enter in the back off Depot Street

Grab your friends and come be part of something meaningful while finding something you love!

We can’t wait to see you! 💜

04/22/2026

✨ Purses with a Purpose is TOMORROW! ✨

You do not want to miss this incredible event benefiting Iva’s Place Safe Haven Shelter 💜

Join us at Southern Bell Events and get ready to shop for a cause!

📍 102 E Broadway St
Lenoir City, TN 37771
United States

👜 Free Admission!

🕚 Drop in anytime from 11 AM – 7 PM

Browse a stunning collection of new and gently loved handbags at amazing prices — including:
✨ Louis Vuitton
✨ Kate Spade
✨ Tory Burch
✨ Michael Kors
✨ Patricia Nash
✨ Dooney & Bourke
✨ Coach
✨ Brahmin
✨ …and many, many more!

Plus, don’t miss this year’s ✨ Signature Gucci Bag ✨ designated especially for this event!

Every purchase helps provide safety, healing, and hope for survivors of domestic violence in our community.

Grab your friends, come shop, and be part of something truly meaningful. 💜

Shop with purpose. Change a life.

04/13/2026

✨👜 We’re counting down the days! 👜✨

💜We are just ten days away from our Purses with a Purpose event—and you do not want to miss this incredible opportunity!💜

📅 April 23
🕚 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 Southern Bell Events | Lenoir City
🎟 FREE Admission + Light Refreshments

Get ready to shop for new and gently used handbags at AMAZING prices! We’ll be featuring bags starting next week right here on Facebook, so stay tuned!

Think:
👜 Louis Vuitton
👜 Fendi
👜 Tory Burch
👜 Kate Spade
👜 Michael Kors
👜 Coach
👜 Patricia Nash
…and so many more beautiful, high-end finds!

And…

✨✨✨We will have an Iva’s Place signature purse! A brand NEW Gucci handbag —and it is absolutely stunning!!✨✨✨

💜We are beyond grateful and truly blessed by the outpouring of support and the incredible donations of handbags we’ve received from our community.

A special thank you to our amazing local drop-off partners:

✨ Water Into W**e (Farragut)
✨ Summit Media
✨ Farragut West Knox Chamber
✨ KnoxFill
✨Weichert Realty
✨Charity Chicks

And... we also want to thank Southern Bell Events for donating us their beautiful venue for the event!

Because of you, this event is going to be something truly special.

Come shop, connect, and be part of something meaningful. Every purchase helps support survivors of domestic violence—providing safety, hope, healing, and a path to a brighter future where their trauma does not and will not ever define them.

💜 Grab your friends, come ready to shop, and be part of the impact. You don’t want to miss this special day!

03/05/2026

03/04/2026