SAFE

05/14/2026

We still have a few Color Run packages that need to be picked up no later than June 30th. These can be picked up at any SAFE location, please message us ahead to ensure you package finds it's way to the correct location.

🌟 Any unclaimed packages will be donated after June 30th.

Offices are located in Salem, Centralia, Mt. Vernon, Effingham and Vandalia.

Thank you for your support.

05/14/2026

Healing isn’t about becoming who you were before — it’s about creating safety, strength, and peace within yourself now. 🩷

Trauma may leave an imprint, but healing rewires hope, resilience, and self-compassion back into the story. One breath, one boundary, one gentle step at a time. ✨🧠

05/13/2026

Please join us in celebrating the work anniversaries of two incredible SAFE advocates, Donna and LaDonna! 💜

Donna has dedicated 5 years to SAFE, and LaDonna has been serving survivors and our communities for 3 years. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to providing survivor-centered services make a lasting impact on the individuals and families they support every day.

We are grateful for the care, strength, and advocacy they bring to SAFE and proud to have them as valued members of our team. Thank you both for the difference you continue to make in our communities! 💜

05/12/2026

Recent posts within various communities regarding educators committing sexual abuse and grooming serve as an important reminder of why prevention education matters. SAFE remains dedicated to providing free educational programs throughout our local school districts to help protect children and empower students with knowledge.

Our Body Safety programs, presented in accordance with Erin’s Law, are designed to educate students about the warning signs and risk factors of sexual abuse, how to identify trusted and safe adults, healthy boundaries, and how to seek help if they or someone they know has experienced abuse.

In addition to student education, SAFE also collaborates with School Resource Officers and local law enforcement professionals to provide specialized trainings for educators. These trainings help school staff better recognize signs of abuse and grooming behaviors, understand reporting responsibilities, and strengthen efforts to create safer environments for students.

Education and awareness are powerful tools in preventing sexual violence. SAFE is committed to continuing these important conversations and ensuring students, families, educators, and communities have access to resources, support, and prevention education.

If your school or organization would like more information about SAFE’s prevention programs or professional trainings, please contact us.

05/11/2026

SAFE would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our majority sponsor for Purses With a Purpose, Jane Wayer with Modern Woodmen of America.

Your generous support helps make this event possible and directly supports the services, advocacy, and prevention programs SAFE provides throughout our communities. Because of community partners like you, we are able to continue empowering survivors, educating the public, and creating safer spaces for everyone.

We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to our mission and for standing beside SAFE in support of hope, healing, and prevention. 💜

05/11/2026

Thank you to the community and our sponsors for making our 4th annual Purses With a Purpose such a great success.

Your support will directly benefit survivors and impacted individuals by allowing us to provide free services. Our services include free medical and legal advocacy, counseling, educational programs and professional trainings. We also provide a free 24 hour sexual assault hotline (1-800-625-1414)

If you are interested in annual sponsorship opportunities please contact us today to learn more.

If you are interested in becoming an annual sponsor please reach out to us to discuss opportunities for supporting SAFE's mission.

05/06/2026

📞 Temporary Phone Outage Notice

Our office phones and internet are currently down again today, and we are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, our 24/7 crisis hotline remains fully operational and available for anyone in need of support.

📲 Call: 1-800-625-1414

Thank you for your patience and understanding. 💙

05/05/2026

📞 Temporary Phone Outage Notice

Our office phones and internet are currently down, and we are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, our 24/7 crisis hotline remains fully operational and available for anyone in need of support.

📲 Call: 1-800-625-1414

Thank you for your patience and understanding. 💙

Send a message to learn more

05/01/2026

We would like to thank our sponsors for our fourth annual purses with a purpose. Tickets are still available for purchase by using the QR code in the event link. All proceeds from purses with a purpose will go towards the continued mission of providing free advocacy, counseling and educational services to survivors and impacted individuals.

Pictured below
Weis Insurance Agency
Midwest Mattress Company
ReinigeR Jewelers

Additional sponsors:
Royal Neighbors of America
Royal Neighbors of America -Effingham Chapter
Stephanie Altizer
Sarah Simmons

05/01/2026