Sexual Violence Center

What Sexual Violence Center does

Sexual Violence Center (SVC) is a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization founded in 1984 that provides free, confidential support services to survivors of sexual violence across Carver, Hennepin, and Scott Counties. The organization operates a 24-hour crisis line, medical advocacy accompaniment at 11 healthcare locations, legal advocacy, individual counseling, psychoeducational support groups (including culturally specific groups for LGBTQIA+ survivors and women of color), housing resource support, and community outreach and education programs. All services are provided at no cost, and SVC operates on a confidentiality-first basis, sharing information with law enforcement only with the survivor's written consent. SVC's volunteer advocate training program requires 40 hours of Minnesota State Statute-compliant preparation.

The organization's funding model rests on four revenue streams: tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations; government and arts grants (including a Minnesota State Arts Board grant for the Journey Through the Arts program); branded merchandise sales via Bonfire; and event-based partnerships with local businesses such as breweries and restaurants. Leadership includes Executive Director Kenosha Davenport (18+ year tenure, 2023 NSVRC Visionary Voice Award recipient), Associate Director Ashley Taylor-Gougé (2023 OJP Distinguished Service Award recipient), a Board of Directors with two-year terms, and an operational staff of approximately 18 individuals including specialized roles in youth advocacy, crisis intervention, systems change, and prevention. The organization serves approximately 1,400 people annually and maintains offices in Minneapolis and Savage, Minnesota.

Recent strategic activity includes a June 2026 partnership with Southside Community Health Services expanding medical advocacy to an 11th location, the launch of an art therapy support group series in partnership with the Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association, a 2023 collaboration with Metro Transit on a transit-focused anti-harassment campaign, and a 2025-2028 strategic planning process. SVC also hosts the annual Building Bridges Conference at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, convening advocates and professionals in the sexual violence response field.

Name

Sexual Violence Center

Legal name

Sexual Violence Center

Website

https://sexualviolencecenter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sexual Violence Center is a Minnesota-based nonprofit founded in 1984 that provides free, confidential crisis support, counseling, advocacy, and education to approximately 1,400 survivors of sexual violence annually across Carver, Hennepin, and Scott Counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Crisis Intervention and Survivor Advocacy Services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Human Rights Organizations (813311), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGAEAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD), Protection Services (GBV, Child Protection, Legal Aid) (BPADADAH), Youth Justice, At-Risk Youth & Violence Prevention Nonprofits (BPAGADAM), Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

Keywords

• Sexual assault services
• Crisis intervention support
• Victim advocacy services
• Trauma-informed counseling
• Community outreach education

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible monetary donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations to fund operating expenses and programs in Carver, Hennepin, and Scott counties. Additional in-kind donations of goods and services accepted.
2. Government Grants: Funding from government sources including the Minnesota State Arts Board grant for Journey Through the Arts program.
3. Merchandise Sales: Sale of branded merchandise through Bonfire platform. All proceeds directly support SVC programming.
4. Event Fundraisers: Partnership events with local businesses (breweries, restaurants) where percentage of sales are donated to SVC.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Sexual Violence Center is a nonprofit that provides free, confidential crisis intervention, advocacy, counseling, and education to people impacted by sexual violence. Its core services include a 24/7 crisis line, medical and legal advocacy, individual peer-based counseling, specialized support groups (LGBTQIA+, women of color, women, Carver/Scott women, drop-in), and community outreach and training, all delivered across Carver, Hennepin, and Scott Counties in Minnesota.

Product overview

Sexual Violence Center (SVC) is a nonprofit organization providing a comprehensive suite of free, confidential support services for survivors of sexual violence across Carver, Hennepin, and Scott Counties in Minnesota. The organization operates a 24-hour crisis hotline and offers direct services including medical advocacy (accompanying survivors during forensic exams), individual counseling, legal advocacy, and various specialized support groups (for LGBTQIA+ survivors, women of color, women, and drop-in sessions). Additional services include outreach and education programming, a free community library with wellness supplies, notary services, and a 40-hour volunteer advocate training program. SVC also organizes the annual Building Bridges Conference and raises funds through merchandise sales and direct donations. All services are provided at no cost to survivors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Building Bridges Conference: An annual conference organized by Sexual Violence Center that brings together advocates, professionals, and community members to explore innovative strategies and collaborative approaches to improving responses to survivors of sexual violence.

Products and services

• 24-Hour Crisis Support Free, confidential crisis hotline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for survivors of sexual violence and their support networks. Provides immediate crisis intervention and connection to additional resources.
• Medical Advocacy Free advocacy during and after forensic sexual assault exams at partner healthcare facilities, including on-site support at 11 medical locations across the Twin Cities. For survivors pursuing medical care following assault.
• Support Groups Free, confidential psychoeducational support groups for survivors, including population-specific groups for women, LGBTQIA+ survivors, women of color (Still I Rise), women in Carver/Scott counties, and drop-in sessions. Delivered in-person and virtually via Zoom.
• Individual Counseling Free, confidential peer-based crisis counseling for survivors of sexual violence, as well as family members, friends, intimate partners, and other secondary survivors.
• Legal Advocacy Free advocacy helping survivors understand their rights and options, and supporting them through civil and criminal legal processes.
• Outreach and Education Free community-based trainings and educational presentations delivered to schools, community groups, and partner organizations on sexual violence prevention and response.
• Volunteer Advocate Training 40-hour sexual assault advocacy training compliant with Minnesota State Statute, combining self-paced pre-work with hands-on shadow shifts, qualifying volunteers to staff the crisis line and provide hospital accompaniment.
• Building Bridges Conference Annual conference organized by Sexual Violence Center bringing together advocates, professionals, and community members to explore innovative, collaborative responses to sexual violence, hosted at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel.
• Free Community Library Free community library available during office hours at SVC locations, providing books, zines, Naloxone, fentanyl test strips, gun locks, and other wellness supplies at no cost.
• Free Notary Services Free notary services offered to community members to support survivors and others with document notarization needs.
• Donation Programs Charitable giving programs encompassing monetary donations, memorial donations, in-kind donations, and payroll deductions used to fund SVC's free survivor services.
• SVC Merchandise Store Branded merchandise (t-shirts and other apparel) sold online via Bonfire, with all proceeds directly supporting SVC's programs for survivors.

Quantifiable outcome

• SVC serves approximately 1,400 people each year across Carver, Hennepin, and Scott Counties
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Southside Community Health ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2026Partnership bringing forensic sexual assault exams to Southside Community Health Services on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. SVC advocates respond on-site when survivors request support, providing medical advocacy accompaniment at this alternative to emergency room settings designed to feel safer, quieter, and more culturally affirming.
• Northeast Minneapolis Arts Association (NEMAA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 November 2023Partnership for Journey Through the Arts program - a 10-week art therapy support group for sexual assault survivors. NEMAA assists with recruiting artists to co-facilitate sessions focused on Expressive Painting, Drumming, Dance, Poetry/Spoken Word, Self-Portrait Film, Clay Sculpture, Pottery, Glass, and Writing.
• Metro TransitcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 August 2023Collaboration on initiative tackling sexual harassment within public transportation system. SVC and Metro Transit hosted a focus group in August 2023 to gather community input for developing a sexual harassment campaign aimed at creating a safer transit experience.
• Blaze PizzaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 April 2023Fundraiser partnership where percentage of proceeds from pizza purchases were donated to SVC when customers presented flyer or used code 1119A at checkout.
• Dangerous Man BrewingminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 October 2022Partnership event honoring Dangerous Man Brewing's 'One in Four' beer created for domestic violence awareness. $1 from every beer purchased donated to SVC. Event included silent auction and food by Parlor Food truck.
• Hennepin HealthcarecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 August 2022Heals on Wheels project partnership bringing holistic pain management strategies to SVC. Event included massage, yoga, meditation, stress management, sleep, nutrition, and acupuncture services with participants receiving Holistic Pain Management Kits.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): Largest national anti-sexual-violence organization operating the National Sexual Assault Hotline and providing survivor support, public education, and policy advocacy. Directly comparable to SVC as a sexual violence crisis and support provider, though at national scale versus SVC's regional focus.
• Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA): Statewide coalition working to end sexual violence through advocacy, training, and member support for direct-service programs. SVC is a member program and Kenosha Davenport serves as MNCASA Board President, making it the most structurally aligned peer.
• National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC): National resource hub providing research, training, and awareness on sexual violence prevention and response. Awarded SVC's Executive Director the Visionary Voice Award, indicating tight sector collaboration; both share survivor-resource and education missions.

Regional players

• Casa de Esperanza: Minnesota-based organization providing shelter, advocacy, and community education for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, with a focus on Latine communities. Comparable service mix and regional focus to SVC.
• Tubman: Minnesota-based nonprofit providing shelter, counseling, legal, and youth services for people experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Operates in overlapping service categories and geography as SVC.
• Violence Free Minnesota: Statewide coalition working to end domestic and sexual violence through member agency support, policy, and training. SVC's Executive Director serves on its board, making it a close collaborator and structural peer.
• Day One Minnesota: Minnesota-based organization providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and support for sexual and domestic violence survivors, including youth-focused programming. Closest direct geographic peer to SVC within the same state.

Broad incumbents

• National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV): National advocacy and policy organization addressing domestic violence through member agencies, public policy, and technology initiatives. Operates at a broader policy and systems level than SVC's direct service model.
• The National Domestic Violence Hotline: Nationwide 24/7 hotline and resource hub for domestic violence survivors. Overlaps with SVC's crisis-line service model but at national scale, making it an incumbent rather than a direct regional competitor.

Emerging players

• Minnesota Indian Women's Sexual Assault Coalition: Minnesota-based tribal coalition addressing sexual violence against Native women through advocacy, resource development, and culturally specific support. Comparable mission to SVC's culturally responsive programming for survivors of color.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/SVCmpls
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/sexualviolencecenter
• Facebookfacebook.com/svcmpls
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sexual-violence-center
• Instagraminstagram.com/svcmn/?hl=en

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

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