We’re at a critical moment—and we need your help to keep Washington survivors and their children safe.

For the past three years, Family Violence Appellate Project (FVAP) has been fighting to ensure that domestic violence survivors in Washington can access justice, safety, and long-term protection. In that time, we’ve achieved remarkable success by:

winning 100% of the direct appeals we’ve worked on,
elevating survivors’ experiences in matters of statewide importance, and
shaping case law that will protect survivors and their children for generations to come.

In the three-minute video above, FVAP's Executive Director / CEO Deborah Son explains the current challenges we face and the incredible impact your contribution can make. Watch it now, if you haven't already.

Your Support Matters Now More Than Ever

We kindly and urgently request help to raise $411,000 by January 2025 to prevent closing FVAP's Washington program. Without our presence in Washington, domestic violence survivors will lose an essential source of legal aid and so much more.

The cost of closing our doors goes beyond dollars--it's measured in lives.

Your support can make a positive and wide reaching impact on survivors' safety, mental health, legal precedents, and legislative protections. To learn more about what's at stake, read our heartfelt appeal letter here.

Staff, Board, Supporters, and Volunteers at FVAP's Fundraiser in Seattle (May 2024)

If you are wondering "How did we get here?", want to learn more about protections (case law) that FVAP has secured for survivors, or have other questions about this fundraising effort, you are not alone. We invite you to review the list of commonly asked questions and answers (Q&A) from our supporters, staff, and board members within the Q&A document here.

"FVAP is instrumental for Washington survivors of domestic violence by setting vital legal precedents and ensuring that their rights are held up in appellate courts. We are proud to be your partner.”

- Vivian Lee, Legal Director, Eastside Legal Assistance Program

Ready to help?

FVAP cannot continue its life-saving work without your support. Here are 4 ways you can help:

1. Donate now. Please give as generously as you can afford. Every dollar helps us move closer to our goal.

Online. Click on the orange Donate button. There are many ways you can give but this is the simplest.
Checks or Donor Advised Funds. Write a check or initiate a gift from your donor-advised fund payable to Family Violence Appellate Project (Tax ID 45-4726212). Mail to our Oakland address: Family Violence Appellate Project | 449 15th St., Suite 104 | Oakland, CA 94612
Other Gifts. If you wish to donate gifts of appreciated stock, cryptocurrency, or are 72+ and want to give directly from your IRA, contact dev@fvaplaw.org

2. Leverage employer matching. If you work for a business with an employer matching program, submit your donation receipt and any other required documentation to your employer to magnify the impact of your gift.

3. Spread the word. Share this page with friends, family, and colleagues who care about creating a better world for future generations. By sharing this with just 2 or 3 other supporters, you will help us get closer to our goal.

4. Host a fundraiser. Raise awareness and funds to sustain our work. Whether in-person or online, we can help you get started! See our Q&A document for more details.

Thank you for standing with us in this urgent time for survivors.

With gratitude,
Evangeline, Renee G, Shuray, Thao, and Zyreena
FVAP staff in Washington

Tip: Bookmark this page to stay updated on our shared progress toward our goal! Check back often to see how your support is making an impact.

Sustaining Justice in Washington

Keep Survivors Safe by Helping to Keep FVAP WA Open

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