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Overcoming the impact of domestic violence, sexual violence and human trafficking, 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 violence.

National
20,000
phone calls are placed daily to domestic violence hotlines nationwide.
Local
41.3%
of Arizona women and 19.9% of men have experienced sexual violence in their lifetime.
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.
National
89%
of surveyed adults feel they are (re)gaining control of their lives.

Our Services

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Emergency Shelter

Up to 120 days of services in a secure living area with 24-hour staff support

Learn About Emergency Shelter Services
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Transitional Housing

Up to two years of supportive services with 32 transitional apartments

Learn About Transitional Housing
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Community Outreach

Mobile-based service to help survivors navigate their unique circumstances

Learn About community outreach services
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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.

Donate

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.

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Donate Items

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

Donate

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

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Volunteer

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.

Volunteer

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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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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Wishlist

Our wishlist is updated monthly with all our current needs

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One Life At A Time One Life At A Time

One Life At A Time

Overcoming the impact of domestic violence

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Quality First Child Development Center Quality First Child Development Center

Quality First Child Development Center

Our new center ensures the best environment possible for stabilization and recovery.

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Pet Companion Shelter Pet Companion Shelter

Pet Companion Shelter

Offering a safe haven for the entire family and maintaining the owner-pet bond.

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