Overcoming the impact of domestic violence, one life at a time.
Since 1977, Sojourner Center has been a safe haven from domestic violence in Arizona. We transform lives by providing shelter and support services to adults and children affected by domestic violence.National
20,000
phone calls are placed daily to domestic violence hotlines nationwide.
Local
EVERY 5 min
police respond to domestic violence calls in Arizona, generating nearly 50,000 police reports a year.
Our Impact
1,039
calls received through our Crisis Line with 865 requests for shelter.
National
50%
of beds in domestic violence shelters are filled by children.
Local
EVERY 44 min
in Arizona, one or more children witness domestic violence.
Our Impact
29,114
nights of shelter to adults and children escaping domestic violence.
National
ONE IN 4
women and 1 in 7 men have experienced domestic violence in their lifetime.
Local
AT LEAST 90
fatalities due to domestic violence in Arizona during 2018.
Our Impact
90 %
of surveyed adults feel their personal safety has improved.
National
37 %
of emergency room visits are injuries inflicted by a spouse or partner.
Local
62 %
of women killed by intimate partners in Arizona were shot to death.
Our Impact
89 %
of surveyed adults feel they are (re)gaining control of their lives.
Services
Emergency Support Services
Children & Youth Services
Community Based Services
What People are Saying
“Today I’m free from abuse and stronger than ever... Sojourner gave me hope and they still give hope to women and children who are going through the same thing I went through.”
- Sojourner Participant
“Hope is knowing that I have a roof over my head that doesn’t come with chaos and hurt. Hope is what the program at Sojourner Center is showing me, it is possible to have a better life.”
- Sojourner Participant
“They took my cat and dog onto their shelter while I was staying at a different shelter. They were my savior and saved my animals life.”
- Sojourner Participant
Be in the Know
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Our wishlist is updated monthly with all our current needs Learn MoreOne Life At A Time
Overcoming the impact of domestic violence DonateQuality First Child Development Center
Our new center ensures the best environment possible for stabilization and recovery. DonatePet Companion Shelter
Offering a safe haven for the entire family and maintaining the owner-pet bond. DonateDonate Funds
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Donate Funds
Every dollar donated to Sojourner Center makes a difference in transforming the lives of those impacted by domestic violence in Arizona. Any amount, small or large, has an impact on our participants. Learn more about how you can support Sojourner Center.
DonateDonate Goods
Victims of domestic violence often escape with nothing but the clothes they are wearing. Sojourner Center offers an on-site donation center where residents can rebuild their lives, one piece at a time. By providing participants with much-needed items for their new homes, as well as support with budgeting and financial planning, the Donation Center promotes self-reliance, stability, and confidence.
DonateVolunteer
Sojourner Center’s Volunteer program provides individuals, companies, community groups, and families the opportunity to partner with Sojourner Center to help our participants rebuild their lives.
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