Relief After Violent Encounter-Ionia/Montcalm, Inc.

09/15/2025

Every day, survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault are being turned away from critical
care due to lack of funding.

We're fighting for $75 million in state funding to ensure victim service organizations like ours can continue offering life-saving work. Every life deserves safety, support, and a chance to heal. Every dollar can make a difference. Every dollar can help save a life.

Find your legislator here: https://www.house.mi.gov/ https://senate.michigan.gov/findyoursenator/

Join us in advocating for those who need us most!

09/12/2025

"The state House proposed reducing funding for Michigan’s Crime Victims Rights Fund by $4 million from last year — down to $26 million".

The Crime Victims Fund was created when the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) was passed in 1984. The Crime Victims Fund provides states the funding necessary to help organizations serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

This upcoming fiscal year, we are seeing a decrease in those funds to states. Governor Whitmer has recommended that we use $50 million from the state budget to help with VOCA funding. Unfortunately, with the current gap in funding, organizations across the state are asking for $75 million in order to properly provide services for survivors.

We urge you to call your local representatives before September 30th. Let them know that the state budget proposed will not effectively help survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

Federal funds have been dwindling, and advocates across Michigan say they need help from the state — but legislators are having trouble agreeing on a state budget.

09/10/2025

✨HUGE SHOUTOUT✨

Thank you to the Ionia FFA Chapter and the Ionia County Career Center for their AMAZING donation of non-perishable foods for our shelter!

We are so appreciative of our community support for survivors domestic and sexual violence.💜💙

09/08/2025

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month💜

Is your business or agency looking for more education and materials on domestic violence?

We have an advocate that can come and present about RAVE-I/M services and domestic violence.

For more information about presentations, please contact our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator, Alexis, at alexist@raveim.org.

08/28/2025

❗Diapers Needed❗

We are currently running low on diapers for our shelter families. The sizes we need the most of are 4, 5, & 6.

If you're interested in donating, please call our shelter crisis line: ☎️1-800-720-7233, or feel free to email our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator, Alexis, for more information: alexist@raveim.org.

Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/14HUQBKE0HF8Y/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2

Thank you!

08/21/2025

❗️New and gently used toys needed for all ages❗️

We're in need of toys for the children and families staying in our shelter. Your donation can help provide a sense of comfort and normalcy during a difficult time.

If you're interested in donating, please call our shelter crisis line: ☎️1-800-720-7233, or feel free to email our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator, Alexis, for more information: alexist@raveim.org.

Thank you!

08/17/2025

We are out at Lakeview’s Back to School Bash!

Come join us and grab some school supplies!✏️

08/15/2025

What is, "The Red Zone"?

During the first few months of college there is an increased risk of sexual assault among students.

50% of campus assaults take place during this time period.

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or sexual violence, please call our crisis line.

☎ 1-800-720-7233

https://rainn.org/statistics/campus-sexual-violence

08/13/2025

Thank you to University of Michigan Health - Sparrow Ionia for donating school supplies for all of our shelter residents. We are so incredibly grateful! 📚✏️

This donation will go a long way in helping child survivors of domestic & sexual violence be ready to start the school year. ⭐️

08/10/2025

August is National Wellness Awareness Month!

It is a time to focus on your overall well-being and prioritize self-care. Make sure to take care of yourself, both physically and mentally, by getting enough sleep, eating nutritious food, and engaging in activities that bring you joy and relaxation. ❤️

How do you relax?

08/08/2025

Come out and color with us at the Montcalm Care Network Free Carnival🖍️

We will be here from 11-2pm!

07/31/2025

Happy Thursday! 👋

We are back with One Thing Thursday, and this week we are kindly asking for donations of Cheez-it's, graham crackers, chips, etc.

One Thing Thursday is a donation drive RAVE hosts on Thursdays for a certain item that our shelter is in need of. These items are meant to be low cost and can be picked up easily on someone's shopping trip. These items can be dropped off at any time to our shelter in Ionia. Please reach out to our crisis line at 1-800-720-7233 for the address.

❗️If you have any questions about One Thing Thursday, please reach out to our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator, Alexis, at alexist@raveim.org

Thank you so much to our amazing community for continuing to support RAVE. We appreciate you!💙💜