Shelter From The Storm

11/09/2026

11/09/2026

💜 Sometimes the real monsters aren't the ones hiding under the bed.

This powerful short film, MONSTERS, delivers a heartbreaking message about the impact of domestic violence on children.

Children are not merely silent witnesses to domestic violence. They are victims themselves.

They see. They hear. They feel. They remember. The emotional wounds they carry can last a lifetime.

Although Domestic Violence Awareness Month ended in October, the fear, trauma, and suffering experienced by children continue long after the awareness campaigns end.

At Shelter From The Storm, Inc. (SFTS), we understand that protecting children and helping them heal is essential to breaking the cycle of domestic violence.

💜 Every child deserves a childhood free from fear and violence.

24/7 Crisis Hotline: 760-328-SAFE (7233)



https://youtu.be/GZnMQcCTwrM?is=vKgfg4ZP7EbKbmEI

11/05/2026

💜 Honoring Lives. Celebrating Resilience. Remembering with Love. 🧡

Shelter From The Storm, Inc. (SFTS) is proud to participate in the Coachella Valley Days of Los Mu***os at Sunnylands Center & Gardens!

Our ofrenda honors the lives lost to domestic violence while celebrating the courage, strength, and resilience of survivors. Through traditional Día de los Mu***os symbols and touches of purple, we share a message of remembrance, hope, and healing.

🌼 November 4–8, 2026 📍 Sunnylands Center & Gardens, Rancho Mirage 🎟️ Free admission and parking

We invite you to visit our altar and join us in honoring lives and inspiring hope. 💜

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We invite you to visit our altar and join us in honoring lives and inspiring hope. 💜

A special thank you to our very own Maricela Ponce for setting up our beautiful ofrenda and to Yaya Ortiz for her creativity, dedication, and thoughtful work in bringing the altar to life. Your efforts have made this meaningful tribute to those lost to domestic violence and the resilience of survivors possible. We appreciate you both! 💜🌼

10/30/2026

💜 Thank you to KESQ News Channel 3 for highlighting our recent Open House and ribbon-cutting celebration!

We appreciate the opportunity to share this exciting milestone with the Coachella Valley community. Our new Community Services Center represents another step forward in our commitment to providing safety, hope, and healing for survivors of domestic violence.

Thank you for helping us spread awareness and continue our mission of Helping Survivors Flourish After the Storm. 💜



'Shelter from the Storm' relocates community services center to Cathedral City - KESQ

CATHEDRAL CITY, Calif. (KESQ) — Shelter From the Storm, an organization working to combat domestic violence in the Coachella Valley, is relocating its service center to Cathedral City. Volunteers tell News Channel 3 the move comes after the organization outgrew its previous location. The new cente...

10/30/2026

💜 Thank you, NBC Palm Springs, for highlighting our Open House and Ribbon Cutting celebration!

We are excited to share this milestone and grateful for the continued support of our community as Shelter From The Storm, Inc. (SFTS) continues Helping Survivors Flourish After the Storm!

🎥 Watch the news coverage below!

The Coachella Valley nonprofit is expanding access to counseling, advocacy and other resources for domestic violence survivors and their families.

10/26/2026

💜 A New Chapter, A Stronger Community, and a Mission That Continues to Flourish!

What a wonderful day of celebration, gratitude, and new beginnings!

On Saturday, October 24, Shelter From The Storm, Inc. (SFTS) proudly celebrated the Open House and Ribbon Cutting of our new Community Services Center in Cathedral City!

Our sincere appreciation to the City of Cathedral City, Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce for helping us commemorate this milestone. We are equally grateful to our Board of Directors, donors, community partners, media representatives, and friends who joined us in celebrating this exciting new chapter.

A special thank you to Michell, Maricela, Lauren, and our volunteers, Patty and Clark Coe, for their dedication and hard work throughout the preparations and celebration.

❤️ One of the most meaningful moments was the dedication of BFF The Giving Room, honoring the life and legacy of our beloved Barbara Fryer Fairbairn. Special appreciation to Claire and Marlon for helping make this tribute so memorable.

We were also honored to receive a generous $1,000 donation from Sacred Heart Church and $370 from the Woman's Club of Indio, collected in Barbara's memory to help provide transportation for survivors.

On a personal note, a special shout-out to my husband, Clark, whose love, encouragement, and volunteerism throughout this move and celebration have meant so much. He exemplifies what love looks like in action—showing up, standing together, and supporting one another's purpose. ❤️

More than a new address, our center represents renewed opportunities for safety, healing, empowerment, and helping survivors flourish beyond the storm of domestic violence.

💜 New doors. Renewed hope. The same unwavering mission.

Thank you, Coachella Valley, for being part of our journey!

📸 Enjoy a few moments from our celebration! More photos, special acknowledgments, and highlights to come as we continue sharing this memorable occasion.




✂️💜 Celebrating New Beginnings! Our official ribbon cutting with the

10/18/2026

💜🎶 RUN BABY RUN – Official Music Video is LIVE!

Watch, LIKE, and SHARE! Help us spread awareness, support survivors, and amplify this powerful message! 💜

"Run Baby, Run" is a music video about domestic violence and the co...

10/18/2026

💜 RUN BABY, RUN — WHAT AN INCREDIBLE NIGHT! 💜🎶

Wednesday evening, 10/14/2026, at the beautiful Muse Hotel in Palm Springs was truly special! Our Run Baby, Run fundraiser was a wonderful success, bringing our community together through music, compassion, and a shared commitment to raising awareness about domestic violence.

🎬 The official music video is now LIVE on YouTube! Please watch, LIKE, SHARE, and help us spread the word about domestic violence awareness and the powerful meaning and message behind this song. 💜

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Mandy, Dom, everyone at 3M, and the incredible Willow for lending her beautiful voice to such a meaningful project!

Special thanks to our Board Member, Sherman Fairbairn, for showing up and showing out in support of our mission! I am also grateful to my husband, a dedicated SFTS volunteer and my plus-one for the evening, for always standing beside me and supporting the work we do.

To our generous sponsors, vendors, supporters, and everyone who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this evening so memorable—THANK YOU! Your dedication helped raise both critical funds and awareness to support survivors and the lifesaving services provided by Shelter From The Storm, Inc. (SFTS).

Every dollar raised, every conversation started, and every person reached makes a difference. Together, we are helping survivors find safety, hope, and a path forward.

📸 Here are a few photos from this unforgettable evening!

💜 Watch the video, share its message, and help us keep the conversation going. Domestic violence awareness matters every day, not just during October!

10/11/2026

💜 Celebrating Leadership in Philanthropy!

Shelter From The Storm, Inc. (SFTS) is proud to share that our Executive Director, Angelina Coe, has been featured in the October/November/December 2026 edition of Desert Charities News as part of its special Women in Philanthropy spotlight!

With over 30 years of nonprofit experience and nearly 15 years leading SFTS, Angelina continues to champion survivors of domestic violence, strengthen community partnerships, and advocate for those whose voices deserve to be heard.

We are grateful for her dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our mission of helping survivors flourish.

Congratulations to Angelina and all the extraordinary women recognized for their leadership and contributions to philanthropy throughout the Coachella Valley!

📖 Read Angelina's spotlight on Page 8:
https://fbs.advantageinc.com/desertcharitiesnews/oct-nov-dec2026/

Thank you, Desert Charities News, for recognizing the women making a difference in our communities!