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Knowledge is our most powerful tool. Please read, share, and talk about what we can do to protect women and their children.
Media Inquiries
CAWC is proud to shine a light on the reality of domestic abuse and how we can fight it.
Call: 773.278.4566
CAWC Holiday Appeal 2019
CAWC Holiday Appeal 2019 My name is Esmeralda. Before I came to CAWC, I called myself a domestic violence victim. But through individual and group counseling and a new support network who truly care about me, I realized that I am a survivor. I am a champion. And I’m...
Adopt A Family 2019
CAWC is thrilled to announce the start of our annual Adopt-a-Family program. Help put smiles on the faces of survivors and their children who live in our shelter or who receive services at one of our sites. We also include survivors without children as we want to...
Run Domestic Violence Out of Town
Through the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women’s Network, Chicago-area domestic violence service providers come together to raise awareness about domestic violence, as well as money for the organizations. Funds raised help provide comprehensive programs and services for domestic violence providers and their children.
Events
Get involved with CAWC events and activities
Take a stand, take action, and meet other inspiring people while making a difference. We’ll see you at our next event.
2020 Sounds of Silence Gala
When: March 14, 2020, 6 – 11pm
Where: Hyatt Recency Chicago
Save the date for CAWC’s annual fundraising gala! Sounds of Silence will be held at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. If you would like more information about becoming a sponsor for next year’s Gala or to make a donation to the silent and live auctions, please contact Jennifer Jackson-Outlaw at jjackson-outlaw@cawc.org, or call her at 773.489.9081, ext. 215.
Associate Board Fundraiser: Zanies Night Club
When: Thursday, April 30, 2020
Where: Zanies Comedy Club,1548 N. Wells St., Chicago, IL 6061
Join the Associate Board for our annual Spring fundraiser to help us support Connections for Abused Women and their Children. Enjoy a night of fun including a raffle for great prizes! This event is for guests ages 21+
Run Domestic Violence Out of Town
When: October 13, 2019
Where: Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Through the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women’s Network, Chicago-area domestic violence service providers come together to raise awareness about domestic violence, as well as money for the organizations.
Survivor Stories
Breaking free and growing strong, together
Women from every walk of life can suffer from domestic violence. Together, we can all rise above.