Why Your Support is Critical
3 women are killed
each day in the USA by an intimate partner.
1 in 3
will be impacted by sexual assault or domestic violence during their lifetime.
On average,
24 people per minute
are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States — more than 12 million women and men over the course of a year.
Nearly half of all women and men in the United States
have experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner in their lifetime (48.4% and 48.8%, respectively).
30 to 60%
30 to 60% of perpetrators of intimate partner violence also abuse children in the household.
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There is a common link between domestic violence and child abuse. Among victims of childabuse, 40% report domestic violence in the home (from a WORLD REPORT).
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South Carolina is 5th in the Nation for homicides in the United States for women killed by men
Monetary Donations
Make an online donation below to YWCA of the Upper Lowlands, Inc or mail your donation to:
YWCA of the Upper Lowlands, Inc
P.O. Box 1028 Sumter, SC 29150
Monetary donations to YWCA of the Upper Lowlands, Inc are tax deductible as allowed by law. Donors are acknowledged in our annual report. For information about YWCA of the Upper Lowlands, Inc and any of its programs, please contact 803-773-7158.
YWCA of the Upper Lowlands, Inc does not share or sell our donor and mailing lists. Our present fund-raising methodologies are confined to targeted mailings to those on our mailing lists and campaigns/events organized by YWCA of the Upper Lowlands, Inc staff and volunteers.
Approved Drop-Off Donations
The following new or gently used items are accepted to support survivors and their families
Immediate Needs
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New clothing for women and children
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New underwear and socks (all sizes)
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Toiletries and hygiene products
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Diapers, pull-ups, and baby wipes
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Formula and baby care items
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Twin and full-size bedding
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Pillows and blankets
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Towels and washcloths
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Cleaning supplies
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Non-perishable food items
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School supplies and backpacks
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New toys, books, and games
Items We Cannot Accept
For the safety and dignity of our clients, we cannot accept:
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Used mattresses or box springs
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Broken or damaged items
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Expired food or medications
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Large appliances
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Used car seats or cribs that do not meet current safety standards
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Items requiring repair or extensive cleaning
Donation Drop-Off Information:Please contact our office at 803-773-7158 prior to dropping off donations to confirm current needs and arrange delivery.