Tuesday, November 30, 2021

GivingTuesday is right around the corner and the countdown to the biggest day of giving has begun! GivingTuesday is a global movement that encourages people to do good and pay it forward. Join the movement and give, whether it is your time, a donation, or your voice to spread awareness in your community!

Plus A BONUS gift for you!
Giving is getting this holiday season. Through the end of 2021, you can claim a tax deduction of up to $300 for cash contributions made to charitable organizations. Learn more at irs.gov.
Wayside Furniture will make your donation dollars double their impact this holiday season! They will match your donation up to $100 between November 26 and November 29, 2021 or until $100,000 is matched, for a total of $200,000 given to local charities!
How does it work?
  • Bring in your donation to Wayside Furniture, located at 1367 Canton Road, Akron, OH 44312
  • Check donations accepted, no cash or credit/debit cards
  • Name, address, and phone number required for each donation
  • One donation per charity, per individual

Hours
Friday, November 26th | 10 AM - 8 PM
Saturday, November 27th | 10 AM - 6 PM
Sunday, November 28th | 12 PM - 6 PM
Monday, November 29th | 10 AM - 8 PM
Acme Fresh Market shoppers, it is that time of the year again! Your purchases of store brands will earn us 5% cash back, which helps us reach and serve our clients. How does it work?
  1. Buy store brand at your local Acme Fresh Market and save your register receipts dated from August 5, 2021 - December 25, 2021. Invite your family and friends, too!
  2. Place your receipts in our envelopes, located at all of our office locations, by January 25th or you can mail us your receipts!

Victim Assistance Program
137 S. Main Street, Suite 300
Akron, OH 44308
Amazon shoppers, did you know that your purchases could be supporting VAP? There are a few ways to help!

  1. Shop at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases. Just select Victim Assistance Program as your charitable organization to get started!
  2. Check out our Amazon Wishlist to help victims of crime and trauma as they transition into safety. All items donated will directly assist victimized families as they navigate the aftermath of crime and trauma.

Do you have old cell phones taking up space in the junk drawer? You're in luck! We are collecting old, broken, or damaged wireless devices. All of the items are professionally wiped or recycled and all proceeds will support victims of crime and trauma. Drop off your devices at our collection boxes at our 5 locations or coordinate bulk drop-off by calling 330.376.7022 ext. 212!
The Essentials of Victim Advocacy
January 4-7, 2022
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (EST)

Location
137 S. Main Street, Suite 301
Akron, Ohio 44308

The Essentials of Victim Advocacy is the only nationally approved comprehensive online and in-person training of its kind, offered in the state of Ohio, for assisting individuals in becoming a comprehensive National Credentialed Advocate.

Participants who complete this 40 hour course will become equipped to use NOVA’s (National Organization for Victim Assistance) crisis intervention model to assist individuals impacted by victimization or traumatic events. Additionally, participants will increase their knowledge about the judicial system, victims’ rights as well as resources available for both victims and the advocate providing the service.
Victim Assistance Program (VAP), the leading expert in crisis intervention for victims of crime and trauma in Northeast Ohio, is growing! As one of the first victim services agencies established in the United States, we are driven to expand the blueprint our founder established in 1972. We are always advancing, always changing, and always thinking of new ways to help victims of crime and trauma. If you are passionate about using your expertise to help create a world where all victims are healed, please apply today!

Education Specialist
Full-Time | Monday - Friday | REMOTE
2021 Staff Retreat Photo



We are thrilled to be the recipient of the Akron Police Department Winter Whiskers donation drive for November! Thank you, APD, for your continued support, generosity, and dedication to our community!


Akron Police Department Officer Chris Church is very generously hosting a donation drive on behalf of VAP to support the clients served by our Akron Sexual Assault Kit Initiative Team. These self-care packages will help survivors know that the community hears, believes, and supports them. Thank you, again, Officer Church for your dedication to those in need within our community!


The Hower House Museum is joining the season of giving during their University of Akron Faculty and Staff Weekend, December 4 & 5, 2021! They will be hard at work collecting items for the self-care packages for clients working with our Akron Sexual Assault Kit Initiative Team! Thank you, Hower House Museum, for helping support survivors.
Our offices are closed on Thursday, November 25th and Friday, November 26th in recognition of Thanksgiving but we are always available via our 24-hour hotline.

Give Us A Call
330.376.0040

Have a safe and happy holiday!
Connect With Us!
24-hour Phone & Text Hotline:
330-376-0040
24-hour Chat:
victimassistanceprogram.org