Money is available to help victims of domestic abuse find permanent housing

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the Greater Pike Community Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofits that help victims of domestic abuse or sexual violence in Pike County find permanent housing.

Applications are due by Oct. 15. The money is being provided by the Safe Haven Legacy Fund, which was the vision of the Board of Directors of Safe Haven of Pike County and its former executive director, Christina Byrne.

Safe Haven closed its doors in 2019 after a 28-year run.

“Permanent housing is a critical ingredient in helping survivors and their families be successful and independent,” said Jenni Hamill, Greater Pike’s executive director. “Particularly now, when our area is facing a shortage of affordable housing options, this program could make the difference in the lives of families trying to get back on their feet. I strongly urge any organization with expertise in domestic violence, or with providing housing — or both — to apply right away.”

If you would like to support this fund through Greater Pike, online donations can be made at greaterpike.org/our-funds (scroll down to the Safe Haven Legacy Fund name and click on the link for making a donation).

Greater Pike helps individuals, families and local businesses to provide a permanent and personal way to give back to the community. For more information contact Hamill at 570-832-4686 or jennihamill@greaterpike.org, or visit greaterpike.org and Facebook.com/GreaterPike.