The holidays are a time of promise and possibilities. However, for those
who are victims of domestic violence it can be a time of fear and
hopelessness. With DAWN’s help, survivors break free from their abusers and
begin to heal and feel safe again. You can help!
Download
our holiday wish list and organize a gift card or item drive – either at
work or amongst your friends and family. Our families especially need twin
size machine washable comforters and large size (5-6) diapers and Pull-ups.
Call 425-656-4305 x261 for more information.
- DAWN’s Donor Recognition Levels & Benefits
- Planned Giving
- Monthly Giving
- Raise Funds For DAWN
- Have Your Employer Match Your Gift
- Corporate Sponsorship
- Workplace Giving
- In-Kind Donations
- Recycle Your Old Cell Phone
- Donate Your Car, Boat or RV
Help us sustain and expand our services for battered women and children with a financial donation today. Gifts of all sizes are greatly appreciated. DAWN also has a variety of DONOR RECOGNITION LEVELS with benefits, such as DAWN Visionaries – donors who have included DAWN in their estate planning – and The Guardian Circle, DAWN’s major ($5k+) donor society.
We are proud to report that 82% of every dollar contributed to DAWN goes directly to our renowned programs and services that support survivors of domestic violence as they break free from abuse in the home.
You may send DAWN a donation by using the mail-in form , online through Network For Good, or just give us a call! Contact Development Director Brenda Chrystie at (425)656-4305 ext. 258 for assistance or to donate appreciated stock.
Planned Giving
Become a founding member of DAWN’s NEW Visionaries by simply letting us know of your intention to include DAWN in your estate planning or with a deferred gift to DAWN. Bequests, charitable gift annuities, IRAs, or life insurance offer multiple benefits – even potential tax credits. To donate a non-traditional financial gift or to let us know that DAWN is included in your estate planning, call Development Director Brenda Chrystie at (425)656-4305 ext. 258. For more information about planned giving, visit Leave A Legacy or contact your professional estate or financial planner.
Monthly Giving
Are you looking for hassle-free way to make a significant impact? Set up an automatic monthly contribution by contacting Annual Giving Coordinator Sharon Yamada-Heidner at (425)656-4305 ext. 261.
Raise Funds For DAWN
Host an event to benefit DAWN! Your fundraising efforts raise money, in-kind donations, and awareness. Schools, businesses, places of worship, clubs, organizations, and friends can raise money and collect items to donate to our agency that will create a change and change many lives. Garage sales, wine tasting parties, holiday cookie exchanges…you are only limited by your imagination as to how you can put on a fun event where the proceeds benefit DAWN!
If you’re planning a fundraiser or drive to benefit DAWN, let us know. We’re happy to provide you with information about our fundraiser policies and talk to your group about our agency and the people we help. Our Fundraiser Kit will give you lots of helpful tools and tips. For more information call Annual Giving Coordinator Sharon Yamada-Heidner at (425)656-4305 ext. 261.
Have Your Employer Match Your Gift
You can easily double your impact to end domestic violence by having your employer match your gift by simply sending DAWN your company’s matching gift form. We’ll fill it out and take care of the rest. Some companies even match volunteer hours with cash to charities!
Click here to see a partial list of companies that match their employees’ charitable contributions. Don’t see your company listed? Please contact your HR department to see if your firm has a matching gift policy.
Corporate Partners
Corporations can make a difference in the lives of employees who are facing abuse. All sponsorships and contributions include a 1-hour presentation from a qualified member of DAWN’s Speakers’ Bureau to your employees about domestic violence and the services available to those seeking help. Call Development Director Brenda Chrystie at (425)656-4305 ext. 258 for more information.
Click here to see if your employer supports DAWN. You can also download our Sponsorship Brochure and forward it to your PR/Marketing department encouraging them to support survivors of domestic violence with a contribution to DAWN.
Workplace Giving
DAWN participates in most workplace campaigns across the state. This is an easy and efficient way to make a sustaining contribution to our organization – just write in “Domestic Abuse Women’s Network” on your donation form.
Federal employees: enter CFD #88048 on your donation form.
In-Kind Donations
Donations of goods and services is a great way to support our work. Unfortunately, DAWN has limited storage capacity and cannot accept all items, especially clothing. We encourage you to donate used clothing to your local clothing bank. If you would like to donate goods or services from our list of most crucial needs to DAWN, please call Annual Giving Coordinator Sharon Yamada-Heidner at (425)656-4305 ext. 261.
Please note that state law prevents us from accepting the following: used stuffed animals, used cleaning supplies, old televisions, or old computers.
You
can make a difference in the lives of women and children seeking a future
free of violence AND reduce your carbon footprint simply by donating your
old cell phone for DAWN to recycle. To do this, you can drop your phone off
at one of the following HomeStreet Bank branch locations:
You can also mail cell phones to DAWN, P.O. Box 88007, Tukwila, WA 98138.
Donate Your Car, Boat or RV To DAWN
Thinking of replacing your vehicle, RV, or boat? Consider the benefits of
donating it to DAWN through Donate for Charity! By donating your vehicle to
DAWN you can:
If you decide to donate your vehicle:
If you are ready to donate your car, truck, RV or boat, call (866)392-4483 and speak to a representative at Donate for Charity, DAWN's partner in this program. Be sure to mention that you would like the proceeds to go to DAWN.
Thank you for your support!
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