Donate and Help Save Lives
ESCADV is the only organization on Virginia’s Eastern Shore serving survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Your tax-deductible gift keeps our 24/7 hotline open, funds emergency shelter at Hope Harbor, and saves local lives.
Funding Cuts Don’t Stop Domestic Violence
See Where Your Money Goes
- $25 — Emergency Essentials
Provides a warm meal, clean clothes, and emergency toiletries for a child arriving at our shelter with nothing. - $50 — Justice & Protection
Funds court advocacy, protective order filing assistance, and legal accompaniment for a survivor fighting for safety. - $100 — Safe Shelter Night
Sponsors a night of safe emergency housing at Hope Harbor, complete with 24/7 security and survivor care. - $250 — A Fresh Start
Helps cover security deposits, transportation, and setup essentials for a family transitioning into safe, permanent housing.
Other Ways to Give & Wishlist
Option A: Ship Items Directly via Our Amazon Wishlist
When survivors flee in crisis, they often leave with only the clothes on their backs. You can purchase everyday essentials directly from our official Amazon Wishlist and have them shipped straight to Hope Harbor.
Option B: Urgent Daily Shelter Needs
Prefer to drop off physical items? We regularly accept new, unopened basic needs at our main office.
Most Needed Items Right Now:
- Hygiene & Baby Care: Diapers, baby wipes, full-size shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant.
- Paper & Cleaning Supplies: Toilet paper, paper towels, heavy-duty trash bags, disinfectant cleaners.
- Home Essentials: Twin and full-size bed sheet sets, pillows, towels, washcloths, silverware, pots, and pans.
Option C: In-Kind Professional Services & Property Maintenance
Maintaining our Hope Harbor campus takes a village. We deeply appreciate local business owners and volunteers who donate professional services to keep our facilities safe and welcoming.
High-Need Services:
- Landscaping & yard maintenance
- Property repairs & tree maintenance
- Professional trade services (plumbing, electrical, HVAC)
Want to donate items, furniture, or professional services?To ensure we have storage space and capacity, please give us a quick call at (757) 787-1329 or email fund@escadv.org before dropping off large physical goods or furniture.
Financial Transparency & Legacy Giving
Have questions about corporate sponsorships, estate planning, or donating via check?
Contact our Fund Development Coordinator, Evelyn Fischer, at fund@escadv.org or send mail to:
ESCADV | P.O. Box 71, Onancock, VA 23417