Message Regarding Our COVID-19 Policies

Safe Shores – The DC Children’s Advocacy Center is committed to being a safe, helpful, and trustworthy resource, available to everyone who needs our services and support. Due to COVID-19, we are observing federal and local government public health protection guidelines. Upon arrival, visitors will complete a COVID-19 screening (questions and temperature check) and may be asked to wear a mask. If you have recently had COVID-19, you must wear a mask on the premises for the full 10 days from the date of exposure or infection, consistent with DC Health Department and CDC guidance.

To report suspected child abuse in the District of Columbia call 1-202-671-SAFE(7233)
To report suspected internet crimes against children, contact report.cybertip.org

Safe Shores

To report suspected child abuse / Para reportar sospechas de abuso:

1-202-671-SAFE (7233)

LifeSavers Giving Society

Support child survivors of abuse year-round: become a LifeSaver

Children need us around the clock. That’s why Safe Shores’ services are available 24/7, 365 days a year. When a child is ready to tell their story, we’re here for them. Help #ProtectKids365 by becoming a LifeSaver. Your monthly contribution will help us provide our signature, child-friendly services — always free for clients.

Be a LifeSaver

Benefits to Safe Shores:

  • Reliable, sustainable income helps Safe Shores respond to clients’ needs in the moment and helps us plan for the future.
  • Your gift might be used to provide a child with trauma-informed therapy, pay an electrical bill, or bring on a new member of staff so we can help more families. The flexibility this type of support provides is invaluable and greatly appreciated.

Benefits to you:

  • Monthly gifts are easy to work into your budget.
  • Pause, cancel, and update the frequency or amount of your LifeSavers gift at any time through a secure donor portal.
  • You will receive an annual summary of your support for tax purposes.

In the past year, supporters helped Safe Shores:

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • How much should I give?
    • No matter the size, every gift makes a difference. Some donors give $250 a month, others give $10. It all depends on what works best for you. If you need a place to start, imagine you were making a one-time gift. How much would that be? Divide that number by 12 to get your monthly gift amount.
  • I want to support Safe Shores, but I can’t afford a monthly gift. What can I do?
    • That’s okay! If a monthly gift isn’t right for you but you still want to support Safe Shores financially, you can make a one-time donation here. Thank you for your generosity!
  • What if I need to cancel my donation, update my credit card or banking information, or want to increase my monthly contribution?