Mission, Vision & Values

Shelter from the Storm’s mission is to support and empower survivors as they rebuild their lives and navigate their healing journeys. We aim to enhance community understanding and responses to domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. We achieve this through agency collaboration, advocacy, outreach, prevention, education, support groups, and emergency services. Together, we work to create a safer, more informed community.

Shelter from the Storm’s vision is to support a community driven collaboration, promoting safety and empowerment for everyone to be free from violence and the fear of violence.

Our Values

  • We Believe Survivors

    We never question a survivor’s story—instead, we lead with belief, compassion, and unwavering support.

  • Safety First

    Ensuring your safety is our top priority—everything else comes after.

  • Inclusivity

    We foster a culture of belonging, honoring and celebrating every person’s identity, background, and lived experience.

  • Empowerment & Survivor Leadership

    We walk alongside survivors, not ahead of them—offering choices, building confidence, and encouraging each person to lead their own path to healing.

  • Awareness & Education

    We educate our community about intimate partner violence through training, events, and campaigns that inspire action and understanding.

  • Sustainability

    We work toward long-term impact by investing in our team, securing stable funding, and maintaining trauma-informed practices.

  • Growth

    We are committed to growing as individuals and as an organization so we can continually improve the services we offer.

  • Prevention & Collaboration

    We partner with others to stop violence before it starts—sharing resources, building strong networks, and promoting healthy relationships in every part of our community.