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Providing free services to those affected by domestic & sexual violence, trafficking, & child abuse.

11/11/2026

📢Action Alert: Help us provide holiday meal essentials!

Our team is currently in the middle of packing up holiday essentials for our clients’ Thanksgiving meals, and we are running low on the key items needed to complete the packages.

Here’s how you can help today:
1. Shop our online wish lists using this food list:https://twcwaukesha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2026-Holiday-Food-Box-Donation-List-Combined.pdf and have items shipped directly to us.

Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/NBKN6RX3IY55/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

Target Wish List: https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=82b7ff10-9254-11f0-ac6f-8f0962bd7bf8&type=CUSTOM

2. Purchase items from our food list wherever you shop and drop off donations at 505 N. East Ave., Waukesha, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM.

3. Make a quick donation online at https://twcwaukesha.org/helping-at-the-holidays/ so our staff can purchase missing items right away.

Looking ahead: The need for food support doesn’t end after Thanksgiving. We will be packing up holiday meal staples again throughout December so our clients can feed their families without added financial stress.

Thank you for stepping in to help this holiday season! 🧡

11/10/2026

Gather your crew!

Join us for The Women’s Center’s 2nd Annual Bingo Night at North Pillar Brewing.

Come enjoy exciting bingo rounds, good food, local brews, and a chance to win some fantastic prizes—all while supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Thanks to our community, last year’s event raised nearly $10,000!

📅 Date: December 3rd
🕖 Time: 7 pm to 9 pm
📍 Location: North Pillar Brewing Co
🎟️ Tickets: $50 (includes your bingo cards)

👉 Purchase tickets here: https://twcwaukesha.org/events/bingo-is-back/

All proceeds directly support the life-saving programs and services provided by The Women's Center.

Bring your luck and get ready for a fun night!

11/06/2026

🛒 Doing your weekly grocery run this weekend?

You can help complete Thanksgiving meals for the survivors we serve by picking up items from our food box donation list while you shop.

View our food box donation list:https://twcwaukesha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2026-Holiday-Food-Box-Donation-List-Combined.pdf

If you’re heading to Aldi, Meijer, or Walmart, please consider purchasing a grocery gift card! We ask that gift cards be purchased from one of these stores as they are the most convenient for our clients.

• $75 for an individual
• $125 for a family of 2-3 or 4-6
• $150 for a family of 7+

The gift cards allow our clients to purchase fresh ingredients like a turkey, dairy, produce, and other items of their choice.

Items can be dropped off at:
📍505 N. East Ave., Waukesha 53186
📅 Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM
Deadline: Thursday, November 12

Or skip the trip to the store and make an online donation directly to our holiday fund: https://twcwaukesha.org/helping-at-the-holidays/

Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

Thank you for helping the clients and families we serve set a full, joyful Thanksgiving table! ✨

11/05/2026

Join The Women’s Center Team!

We’re currently looking for a full-time Weekend Shelter Advocate to join our residential services team in Waukesha.

We’re looking for candidates with experience working or volunteering in domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, crisis intervention, social services, or residential shelter programs.

Key responsibilities:
•Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and emotional support to shelter residents and on our 24-Hour Hotline
•Support the day-to-day operations of the shelter
•Assist clients with resource navigation
•Promote a safe, respectful living environment

This is a full-time, 32-hour weekend position with full benefits, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.

Learn more about the role and how to apply here: https://twcwaukesha.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1885354

Please share this with anyone who you think might be a great fit!

11/04/2026

🎉 We made it to the final round!

Thanks to your nominations, The Women’s Center is officially a finalist for Best Nonprofit in the first-ever Best of the Best – Waukesha County!

The last round of voting is open now through November 25, and we are asking for your help to carry us across the finish line!

In 2025, The Women’s Center provided 11,110 hours of services to 18,149 community members through our programs, including the 24-Hour Hotline and community education efforts.

Earning the title of Best Nonprofit in Waukesha County would bring greater visibility to our work and the free, confidential services we have available to survivors here in our community.

👉 Vote here: https://www.gmtoday.com/bestof/waukesha/ #//
You’ll find us in the Local section under Nonprofit. You can vote once per day.

The more visible we are, the more people know that help is within reach.

Thank you for your vote! 💜

11/02/2026

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month comes to a close, we want to share our gratitude to the local coffee shops that helped us make support easier to find this October. ☕

By including our contact information on your coffee cups, you helped place a lifeline to safety directly into the hands of someone who might need it. Together, you gave 5,532 sleeves + 3,750 stickers = 9,282 cups of hope.

A sincere thank you to these community partners:

• Birch & Banyan Coffee
• Chartwells Dining Services - Carroll University — Einstein, Stone Creek & Crave
• Cafe De Arts
• Copilot Coffee Co
• Espresso Love Coffee
• Latitude Café — Germantown and Menomonee Falls Library
• Loca Latte
• Mama D's Coffee — Wales & Waukesha
• Tan-A-Latte
• Waxed Coffee Bar

We would also like to thank everyone who made a donation, shared our social media posts, and supported our work to help survivors and raise awareness in any way over the past month. Abuse thrives in silence. Thank you for helping us break it. 💜

If you or someone you know needs help, we are here:

📞Confidential 24-Hour Hotline: 262.542.3828
🚶Walk-ins available: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM

10/29/2026

We’re currently gathering holiday essentials for our clients and their children, and we’re reaching out for your help to make sure they have the items needed throughout the holiday season!

Our most-needed items right now are:

• Aluminum foil
• Biscuit mix
• Bouillon cubes
• Coffee
• Fruit cups
• Nonstick cooking spray
• Non-refrigerated pie crust
• Paper towels
• Tea

📅Thanksgiving food donation deadline: Thursday, November 12
📅Holiday food donation deadline: Monday, December 7

You can shop for these high-need items through our online wish lists:

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/NBKN6RX3IY55/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

Target: https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift-giver?registryId=82b7ff10-9254-11f0-ac6f-8f0962bd7bf8&type=CUSTOM

You can also purchase items wherever you shop and drop off donations at 505 N. East Ave., Waukesha, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM.

Visit our website for more ways to get involved this holiday season, including donating gift cards, gifts, or hosting a drive!

👉 https://twcwaukesha.org/helping-at-the-holidays/

Every item donated helps make preparing for the holidays a little easier for the survivors we serve. Thank you!

10/28/2026

Each support group session includes guided discussion around topics that help survivors navigate healing and everyday challenges.

Past discussions have included:
• Putting Yourself First by Setting Boundaries
• The Complex Process of Grieving an Abuser
• Rebuilding Trust
• Managing Trauma Responses

Every session offers opportunities to learn, grow, and connect. 💜

📞Call 262.542.3828 for information about current groups and to register.

10/27/2026

🎉Bingo is Back!

We’re bringing back the fun for The Women’s Center’s 2nd Annual Bingo Night!

Thanks to our amazing community, last year’s Bingo Night raised $10,000 for survivors and we’re excited to come together for another great event!

📅 Date: December 3rd
🕖 Time: 7 pm to 9 pm
📍 Location: Pillar Brewing
🎟️ Tickets are $50 (includes bingo cards)

👉 Purchase tickets here: https://twcwaukesha.org/events/bingo-is-back/

A food truck will be on-site, and beverages will be available for purchase at the bar.

Every ticket helps support the life-saving programs and services provided by The Women’s Center.

Bring your friends, bring your luck, and join us for a great night supporting a great cause!

10/25/2026

Support groups aren't about having all the answers. They're about finding connection, learning, and realizing you're not alone in what you're experiencing.

Experiencing abuse, violence, or trauma can feel isolating. Our support groups provide a safe space to connect with others who understand, learn new coping strategies, and move forward together.

Everyone's journey is different, and our Advocates have the skills and resources to help you navigate what comes next.

📞Call 262.542.3828 for information about current groups and to register.

All groups are free and confidential.

Address

505 N East Avenue
Waukesha, WI
53186

Website

http://www.twcwaukesha.org/

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