The DOVE Project

What The DOVE Project does

The DOVE Project (Dignity, Opportunity, Voice & Empowerment) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2012 and headquartered in Vashon, Washington, that provides comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault (DV/SA) services and violence-prevention programming to the Vashon Island community. Its core services include 24/7 crisis hotline support (206-462-0911), survivor advocacy with safety planning and danger assessment, legal advocacy (500+ hours annually per 2021 reporting), trauma-informed mental health services, and emergency funding for survivors. The organization also operates an integrated prevention and youth-education portfolio — Teen Council (the first non-Planned Parenthood-run Teen Council in the United States), C.I.R.C.L.E. empowerment circles, CARE Club, Lunchbox, Coaching Boys into Men, and Athletes as Leaders — delivered in Vashon Island schools.

The organization uses a hub-and-spoke service delivery model combining direct survivor services (advocacy, legal support, trauma therapy), school-based prevention programs, community wellness workshops (yoga, art therapy, EFT), a weekly radio show on Voice of Vashon (101.9FM), and bilingual English/Spanish outreach including a dedicated Latinx outreach function via the Fondos Amigos Latinos fund. Per its 2021 Gratitude Report, DOVE served over 700 community members annually, distributed $10,000+ in emergency funding, delivered 100+ hours of mental health trauma services, and offered 50+ hours of wellness workshops.

The business model is donation-funded: services to survivors are provided free of charge, and revenue is sourced from individual donations (including monthly, DAF, IRA QCD, and vehicle donations), corporate partnerships (Sawbones, DPS Family Owned, Naked, BeCalm, Anu Rana, Enjoy, LOV, Camp Sealth, PSE among others), annual fundraising events (Share Hope gala and Hope Lives Here Giving Day), and government grants (including King County for homelessness prevention). The organization is small, run primarily by Executive Director Heidi Jackson with part-time staff and a volunteer base, and is structured as a private charitable organization rather than a commercially-owned entity.

Name

The DOVE Project

Legal name

The DOVE Project

Website

https://vashondoveproject.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The DOVE Project is a Vashon Island, Washington-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free domestic violence and sexual assault survivor services, trauma-informed mental health care, legal advocacy, and youth prevention programming to island community members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Survivor Services

NAICS

Individual and Family Services (6241), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child and Youth Services (624110), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Domestic Violence & Abuse Support Services (BPAGAEAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Justice, At-Risk Youth & Violence Prevention Nonprofits (BPAGADAM), Specialized Student Support (Foster/Homeless/Migrant/McKinney-Vento) (EDAJAIAJ), Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGAEAH)

Keywords

• Domestic violence services
• Sexual assault support
• Survivor advocacy
• Trauma-informed therapy
• Violence prevention education

Headquarters

HQ city

Vashon

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time and recurring donations from individuals, including monthly giving programs. Donors can give via the website, DAF, IRA QCD, or car donations.
2. Corporate Partnerships: Corporate sponsors who support DOVE's mission through financial contributions. Includes visible logos on donor page.
3. Fundraising Events: Annual events including Share Hope gala and Hope Lives Here Giving Day that raise funds for survivor services and prevention programs.
4. Government Grants: Partnerships with government entities including King County for specific programs like homelessness prevention outreach.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The DOVE Project provides free, confidential survivor advocacy, crisis intervention, safety planning, legal advocacy, and trauma-informed mental health services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault on Vashon Island. Beyond direct survivor services, it operates a continuum of community-based prevention education programs for youth, families, and local organizations, including Teen Council peer education, C.I.R.C.L.E. empowerment circles, CARE Club, Lunchbox, Coaching Boys into Men, and Athletes as Leaders. All services are provided at no cost to clients and funded through donations, grants, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising events.

Product overview

The DOVE Project (Dignity, Opportunity, Voice & Empowerment) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Vashon, WA, providing comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault survivor services and violence prevention programs. The organization operates a hub-and-spoke service model combining direct survivor services (crisis intervention, legal advocacy, trauma-informed mental health) with community-wide prevention education. Key programs include Survivor Advocacy Services, Legal Support & Advocacy, and Trauma-Informed Mental Health Services as core offerings; Teen Council (youth peer education), C.I.R.C.L.E. (empowerment circles for girls), CARE Club, Lunchbox, Coaching Boys into Men, and Athletes as Leaders as youth and family education programs; Vashon SAFE workplace training and DOVE Speaks Radio as community outreach; and Holistic Wellness Programs including yoga, art therapy, and EFT. The organization maintains a 24/7 crisis hotline and provides community outreach including bilingual services, safety planning, and referrals. Annual fundraising events include the Share Hope Gala and Hope Lives Here Giving Day.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Vashon Teen Council: National award-winning youth peer education program focused on sexual health and healthy relationships for middle and high school students
• C.I.R.C.L.E.

Products and services

• Survivor Advocacy Services Crisis intervention, safety planning, emotional support, and danger assessment for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, including access to legal advocacy and mental health supports. Provided free of charge to survivors on Vashon Island.
• Legal Support & Advocacy Assistance helping survivors understand their legal rights, navigate court systems, file protection orders, and engage with civil, criminal, and family law matters.
• Trauma-Informed Mental Health Services Limited in-house behavioral health services for individuals aged 13+ struggling with past or current trauma history, including Trauma-Focused Therapy and community access to therapy vouchers.
• DOVE Advocacy Line / Crisis Hotline 24-hour crisis hotline (206-462-0911) providing immediate support, safety planning, and referrals for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, connected to national and state hotlines.
• Community Outreach Services Comprehensive outreach including emotional support, danger assessment, safety planning, legal help, education on domestic and sexual violence, bilingual services (English/Spanish), public assistance support, reproductive health support, To Go Bags, and referrals to therapy and social services.
• Teen Council National award-winning youth peer education program (developed by Planned Parenthood) teaching high school students to be accurate and trustworthy resources for peers on sexual health and healthy relationships.
• C.I.R.C.L.E. Create Inclusive Relationships for Connection, Listening and Empowerment — in-school circles and summer camps that honor the feminine, empower youth, build connection, and create space for listening, mentorship and support for girls.
• CARE Club After-school program partnering with VashonKids providing inclusive spaces for youth of all gender identities to learn, share, and explore topics related to kindness, self-care, and community-care.
• Lunchbox Primary prevention activities delivered weekly during lunch in middle school, covering topics including healthy relationships, bystander intervention, and social justice.
• Coaching Boys into Men Leadership program for male athletes aimed at violence prevention and increasing respect for female-identifying peers.
• Athletes as Leaders Leadership program for female athletes that promotes healthy relationships, fosters a more positive girl culture, and aims to end sexual violence.
• Vashon SAFE Customized safety training and workshops for local organizations and businesses on topics around healthy relationships and violence prevention.
• DOVE Speaks Radio Radio show on Voice of Vashon (101.9FM) discussing topics around healthy relationships, root causes of violence, violence in culture, and prevention initiatives.
• Holistic Wellness Programs Free community wellness workshops including yoga, art therapy, EFT (tapping), journaling, and other trauma-healing modalities offered throughout the year.
• Share Hope Gala Annual elegant fundraising event benefiting survivors of interpersonal violence on Vashon Island, featuring hors d'oeuvres, refreshments, and community gathering.
• Hope Lives Here Giving Day First-ever 24-hour community-wide fundraising campaign to raise funds for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, funding crisis intervention, mental health services, holistic wellness, and prevention programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 700 community members served annually with advocacy services
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• King County (Homelessness Prevention)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2020DOVE partners with King County to provide outreach assistance to prevent homelessness among domestic violence survivors.
• Vashon Youth and Family Services (VYFS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOngoing collaboration on youth programs including Parent and Caregiver Yoga, CARE Club, and the Family Place program. VYFS is a key partner in providing holistic services to the Vashon Island community.
• King CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with King County to provide outreach assistance to prevent homelessness. DOVE receives government funding for specific programs serving vulnerable populations.
• Fondos Amigos LatinosminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to support Latinx families on Vashon Island through donations of items and funds. Mariela Franco, Latinx outreach worker, initiated this fund to provide specific items or donations to island Latinx families.
• Planned ParenthoodcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTeen Council is a national peer education program developed and tested by Planned Parenthood. DOVE's Teen Council is the first non-Planned Parenthood run TC in the United States, licensed to operate under this model.
• Vashon Island SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with local schools for prevention programs including Teen Council, C.I.R.C.L.E, CARE Club, Lunchbox, and McMurray's Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) for LGBTQIA+ youth.
• Vashon Fire and RescueminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOVE provides domestic violence training for mental health therapists and all EMTs with Vashon Fire and Rescue. Fire department now has social workers who can respond to urgent needs of seniors.
• Vashon Senior CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides a safe and stimulating place for elders to eat meals and join together for activities. DOVE provides elder abuse awareness and services in partnership with the Senior Center.
• Vashon Care NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHelps connect seniors to services such as caregivers, healthcare, and medical supplies to help them live independently.
• Village to Village ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHelps seniors with errands, household tasks, transportation, and meal delivery as part of elder care support network.
• Open Space for Arts & CommunityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for Share Hope annual gala and other fundraising events. Located at 18870 103rd Ave SW, Vashon, WA 98070.
• Corporate Sponsors (Sawbones, DPS Family Owned, Naked, BeCalm, Anu Rana, Enjoy, LOV, Camp Sealth, PSE)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerVarious local and regional businesses sponsor DOVE through the corporate partnership program, visible on the donation page with logos displayed.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV): NNEDV is the national coalition supporting DV survivors and programs across the U.S. It is an ecosystem peer to DOVE, representing the broader federal advocacy, training, and resource infrastructure that complements local DV service delivery.
• Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence: WSCADV is the statewide DV coalition that supports and coordinates DV programs across Washington. It is an ecosystem peer to DOVE, providing policy advocacy, training, and funding infrastructure for local DV agencies like DOVE.

Direct peers

• Lifewire: Lifewire (formerly Eastside Domestic Violence Program) provides DV advocacy, shelter, and youth prevention services on the Eastside. It is a direct peer to DOVE, with similar trauma-informed services and youth prevention education programming.
• King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC): KCSARC is the regional sexual assault resource center serving King County, providing advocacy, therapy, and legal services to survivors. It is a direct peer to DOVE's sexual assault survivor services, operating in the same King County ecosystem with overlapping referral pathways.
• Domestic Abuse Women's Network (DAWN): DAWN provides DV advocacy, shelter, and counseling services in South King County. It is a direct peer to DOVE, operating in the same regional DV service ecosystem with comparable advocacy, legal, and crisis intervention offerings.
• Abused Deaf Women's Advocacy Services (ADWAS): ADWAS provides DV/SA advocacy, mental health, and youth prevention services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community in Washington State. It is a direct peer to DOVE, sharing the same survivor services and youth violence prevention model with a specialized population focus.
• YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish: YWCA operates the largest DV shelter network in the region with advocacy, legal, and housing services for survivors. It is a direct peer to DOVE, addressing domestic violence through similar trauma-informed advocacy and emergency support models.
• New Beginnings: New Beginnings is a Seattle-based DV shelter and advocacy organization providing emergency housing, legal advocacy, and counseling. It is a direct peer to DOVE, offering the same continuum of crisis intervention and survivor support services.

Regional players

• Vashon Youth and Family Services (VYFS): VYFS is a Vashon Island-based youth and family services nonprofit and a core DOVE partner. It operates in the same island community with overlapping youth and family programming, but focuses on broader youth development rather than DV/SA specialization.

Broad incumbents

• Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest: Planned Parenthood developed the Teen Council peer education program that DOVE licenses. It is a broader reproductive and sexual health incumbent whose curriculum underpins DOVE's youth prevention work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/vashondove
• Facebookfacebook.com/VashonDOVEProject
• Instagraminstagram.com/vashondove
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-dove-project

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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