The Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services (UCDVS) believes that all persons have the right to live free from violence and fear, especially in their own homes. The program’s purpose is to provide practical assistance and support for victims of domestic violence, while seeking to create an environment that supports individual safety and breaks the cycle of violence. Your donation can help make a difference!
UCDVS shelters are in need of the following items: children’s toys and games, acrylic paints, cleaning supplies, paper goods, food and drink items, diapers (size 4 & 5), female hygiene products, bath towels, and gift cards. For more information and a complete list, visit: https://www.bhcare.org/giving/partnerships/, or contact Danielle Morfi at: dmorfi@bhcare.org or (203) 446-9739 x1327.
To donate online, please visit: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E6848&id=13. To mail your donation (note: please be sure to add “UCDVS program” designation in the memo!), please make it out to: BHcare, Inc., 127 Washington Street, 3rd Floor West, North Haven, CT 06473.
You can also donate gently used clothing, jewelry, and household items to My Sister’s Place (MSP) in Ansonia. All proceeds from the thrift shop go directly back to funding the programs and services of UCDVS. For more information on what we take, where we are, and how we support the community, as well as victims and survivors of domestic violence, go to www.supportumbrella.org and follow us on Facebook - @MySistersPlace.
UCDVS utilizes volunteers in many aspects of programming (court, crisis work, committees, etc.). All volunteers must complete a mandatory 20-hour training series. For more information about volunteering, please contact Danielle Morfi at: dmorfi@bhcare.org or (203) 446-9739 x1327.