Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Intervention Services

What Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Intervention Services does

Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Intervention Services (DASI) is a 501(c)(3) private nonprofit organization founded in 1984 and headquartered in Newton, New Jersey, that delivers comprehensive crisis intervention and support services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Sussex County, NJ. The organization operates a 24-hour crisis helpline (973-875-1211) accepting collect and anonymous calls, a confidential emergency safe house staffed 24/7, individual supportive counseling, support groups, legal advocacy with court preparation and accompaniment, medical accompaniment, housing advocacy, children's services, transportation, and a Step by Step Transitional Living Program. DASI also runs the Sussex County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) with Newton Medical Center and Domestic Violence Response Teams (DVRT) covering multiple municipal police departments across the county.

Name

Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Intervention Services

Legal name

Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Intervention Services

Website

https://dasi.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DASI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1984 providing free crisis, shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and response-team services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Sussex County, New Jersey.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Intervention Services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Temporary Shelters (624221), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Reentry, Rehabilitation & Reintegration Programs (Education, Vocational, Case Management) (BPAKANAH)

Keywords

• Domestic violence services
• Sexual assault support
• Human trafficking assistance
• Crisis intervention services
• Victim advocacy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Newton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Individual and Corporate Donations: DASI accepts donations through PayPal and other methods. The organization states that each donation makes a difference in the lives of those suffering from domestic and sexual abuse. One-time and recurring sustaining donations are available.
2. Planned Giving: DASI accepts planned gifts including cash, appreciated securities/stock, real estate, artwork, partnership interests, personal property, life insurance, and retirement plans as part of donor estate planning.
3. Morning Glory Thrift & Gift Shop: The Morning Glory Thrift and Gift Shop sells donated gently used items including furniture, clothing, jewelry, home decor, books, shoes, antiques, and artwork. All profits support DASI programs and services.
4. Government Grants and Funding: DASI receives funding from the State of New Jersey Sexual Assault, Abuse and Rape Care (SAARC) Funds, administered by the Department of Children and Families, Division on Women.
5. Amazon Smile: DASI receives charitable donations through the Amazon Smile program when supporters shop at smile.amazon.com.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

DASI provides comprehensive crisis intervention, emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, response team, and violence prevention services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Sussex County, NJ. Its core offerings are the 24-hour helpline, confidential emergency safe house, individual supportive counseling and support groups, legal and systems advocacy, the DECIDE domestic violence offender intervention program, and community education and primary prevention programs. All survivor services are provided free of charge and confidentially, and the organization supplements funding through the Morning Glory Thrift & Gift Shop social enterprise.

Product overview

DASI is a nonprofit organization providing comprehensive crisis intervention and support services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Sussex County, NJ. The organization operates a portfolio of interconnected services centered on its 24-Hour Helpline and Emergency Safe House, supplemented by counseling, support groups, legal advocacy, and the Sussex County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) and Domestic Violence Response Teams (DVRT). Additional offerings include the DECIDE domestic violence offender program, the Morning Glory Thrift & Gift Shop social enterprise, community education and primary prevention programs (including Safe Dates and Media Literacy curricula), and the Step by Step Transitional Living Program. All survivor services are free and confidential.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DECIDE: An educational intervention program for abusive individuals designed to help them build strong relationships without abuse, controlling behaviors or violence. DECIDE serves both volunteer self-referrals and mandated domestic violence offenders.
• Morning Glory Thrift & Gift Shop

Products and services

• 24-Hour Helpline A 24-hour crisis hotline providing immediate support, safety planning, information, and referrals for domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking survivors. Available via phone (973-875-1211) and text for deaf/hearing impaired individuals (973-222-2593); collect and anonymous calls accepted.
• Emergency Safe House A confidential, staffed 24/7 shelter providing temporary housing, food, transportation, counseling, support groups, children's services, and advocacy for survivors and their children escaping unsafe home environments.
• Step by Step Transitional Living Program Transitional housing program and apartments helping survivors work toward independence after emergency shelter.
• Individual Supportive Counseling Short-term and long-term supportive, educational counseling free of charge to assist clients in making difficult life choices resulting from experiencing domestic/sexual violence or human trafficking.
• Support Groups Free support groups for survivors of sexual and domestic violence providing connection, safety, support, and valuable information through shared experiences.
• Legal Advocacy Legal advocates assist survivors in understanding the NJ Prevention of Domestic Violence Act, navigating the legal system, court preparation, and accompaniment to Sussex County Superior Court and municipal courts.
• Confidential Sexual Violence Advocates (CSVAs) Trained advocates provide comfort, information, and personal support to sexual assault survivors during medical, police, and judicial proceedings.
• Sussex County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) A team including a Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate, Forensic Nurse, and trained law enforcement investigators available 24/7 to assist sexual assault victims through medical and legal proceedings.
• Domestic Violence Response Teams (DVRT) Trained volunteers who respond to police departments after domestic violence incidents to assist victims and children with support, information, referrals, and safety planning.
• Safety Planning Personalized safety plans for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors, including technology safety planning and guidance on protective orders.
• DASI Community Outreach Center Community center offering appointments for services including advocacy, counseling, and referrals, with hours generally 9am-5pm Monday through Friday.
• Youth Services Services for children exposed to domestic violence and teens in abusive relationships, including counseling, support, safety planning, and teen dating violence prevention.
• DECIDE Program An educational intervention program for abusive individuals addressing domestic violence through education, case management, and community education to promote behavior change. Available on a sliding fee scale for self-referrals; also serves court-mandated offenders.
• Community Education Programs Tailored presentations on domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, teen dating violence, and related topics for various populations and age groups.
• Primary Prevention Programs Evidence-based prevention strategies including Media Literacy programs, Safe Dates dating violence prevention, and Bringing in the Bystander bystander intervention.
• Morning Glory Thrift & Gift Shop A resale shop accepting donations of furniture, clothing, and household items. All profits support DASI programs and services for survivors.

Quantifiable outcome

• 56%-92% less dating violence victimization and perpetration four years after Safe Dates program exposure
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, supporting and minor.

• NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJ CEDV)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDASI is a member of NJCEDV which ensures DASI is equipped and informed on policies that impact survivors. Through this membership, DASI participates in legislative advocacy and policy work at the state level.
• NJ Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NJCASA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDASI is a member of NJCASA which ensures DASI is equipped and informed on policies related to sexual assault. Through this membership, DASI participates in legislative advocacy and policy work at the state level.
• Newton Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDASI trains and supervises DVRT volunteers who respond to the Newton Police Department after domestic violence incidents to assist victims and their children.
• Andover Township Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDASI DVRT team responds to Andover Township Police Department after domestic violence incidents.
• Stanhope Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDASI DVRT team responds to Stanhope Police Department after domestic violence incidents.
• Vernon Police DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDASI DVRT team responds to Vernon Police Department after domestic violence incidents.
• NJ State Police (Augusta)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe NJ State Police DVRT provides services to victims of domestic violence in Sussex County municipalities served by NJ State Police including Montague, Wantage, Hampton Township, Fredon, Augusta, Frankford, Branchville, Sussex, Sandyston, Lafayette, Green, Andover Borough, Stillwater, and Walpack.
• Newton Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSART can be activated by going to the Emergency Department at Newton Medical Center. Sexual assault victims receive forensic examination and medical treatment at this facility.
• Legal Services of Northwest JerseysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal legal resource partner at 973.383.7400 providing legal assistance to survivors. Website: www.lsnwj.org
• Sussex County Prosecutor's Office - Office of Victim & Witness AdvocacysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal resource partner at 973.579.1570 providing advocacy services for victims and witnesses in the criminal justice system.
• Ginnie's House Child Advocacy CentersupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal child advocacy resource at 973.579.5770, www.ginnieshouse.org, providing services for children affected by violence.
• Sussex Warren Central IntakesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity resources and referrals of all types through 1-844-807-3500.
• Guide Star Gold ParticipantminorOthersDASI has achieved Guide Star Gold Participant status demonstrating nonprofit transparency and accountability.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• Ginnie's House Child Advocacy Center: Sussex County, NJ child advocacy center providing services to children affected by violence — closely adjacent service population and geography to DASI, frequently co-referring clients.
• Project Safe (formerly DVRC of Bergen County): Bergen County, NJ domestic violence nonprofit providing shelter, helpline, counseling, and legal advocacy — directly comparable county-level survivor services organization.
• Center for Family Services: Southern NJ-based nonprofit providing DV/SA services, youth programs, and counseling across multiple counties — comparable multi-service nonprofit with shelter and advocacy offerings.
• Alternatives to Domestic Violence (ADVI): Passaic County, NJ domestic violence nonprofit providing emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, and SART coordination — comparable county-level service delivery model to DASI.
• Womanspace: Mercer County, NJ-based domestic violence service provider offering emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and 24-hour helpline — directly comparable county-level nonprofit serving survivors in NJ.
• Project Self-Sufficiency: Sussex County, NJ-based social services nonprofit providing housing, education, and family support — adjacent service provider serving overlapping client base in the same county.
• YWCA of Northern New Jersey: Regional YWCA operating DV shelters, sexual assault services, and advocacy programs across northern NJ — comparable multi-county provider with similar service portfolio and SART/DVRT operations.

Broad incumbents

• Safe Horizon: NYC-based large nonprofit operating domestic violence shelters, hotlines, and SART coordination in NYC — larger scale comparable service model demonstrating potential scale path for county-level providers like DASI.
• New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV): State-level coalition of which DASI is a member — represents and supports all NJ DV service providers including funding advocacy, training, and policy work; broader umbrella over DASI's work.
• New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NJCASA): State-level coalition coordinating SA services across NJ, including SART standards, training, and policy advocacy — DASI is a member and SART operator under this coalition's framework.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCK8tfyGTYbNLAB3YcqF2IWQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/dasi805
• Instagraminstagram.com/DASIOrg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/domestic-abuse-services-inc-

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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