Last year we served 2,568 individuals who live in our community.
They could be your neighbor, a friend, co-worker or a family member.
Never be afraid to check-in with someone & do research on resources available for those in need. We are here to help victims, survivors & their families.
🗣 The RACC office will be temporarily closed due to exposure to COVID-19. Although our physical location will be closed we will still be able to continue to provide services remotely.
If you are in need please call us at (701) 293-7273 or our 24 hour crisis hotline at (800) 344-7273.
Our team is also responding to messages online: https://www.raccfm.com/contact-us/
We appreciate your understanding! Stay Safe!
** this update is as of Sept 29 not Sept 9**
🍂 We have a fun Friday announcement! The annual Harvest Moon Fling will still go on and thanks to Livewire you will be able to join from the comfort of your home. Save the Date & stay tuned for more event details to be released next week!
FRI, OCT 30 AT 7:00 PM CDT
Harvest Moon Fling
Domestic violence continues to be on the rise. Pandemic or not, we believe everyone deserves to live a life free from violence. Our advocacy and counseling teams are here to listen, help and share resources with victims, survivors and their familes.
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Domestic violence on the rise locally
🖐 We are currently seeking a dynamic, passionate, & engaging leader to join our community advocate team! A Community Advocate provides crisis intervention & ongoing case management for individuals who have experienced human trafficking, exploitation, domestic violence, & sexual assault. If you are ready to make a difference in the community & in the lives of others, apply today ⬇️
https://www.raccfm.com/get-involved/careers/
This afternoon our Clinical Supervisor, Rachel, joined Mariah Prussia, Fargo Police Department & YWCA Cass Clay to provide insight and resources in hopes to raise awareness on domestic violence in our community. If you missed it, below is your chance to join in!
Mariah Prussia was live.
17 hrs ·
Domestic violence is real...join our panel of experts who will provide insight, hope and support for those of you or your loved one's. Thank you YWCA Cass Clay, RACC of Fargo-Moorhead and Fargo Police Department for raising awareness on domestic violence.
##DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #domesticviolenceawareness #womensupportingwomen #emotionalabuse #education #hope
📈 It is no secret that we are receiving more calls & the brutality of each is getting scarier. As the pandemic continues, we do not expect to slow down anytime soon. You can make an impact by contributing to the Harvest Moon Fling:
💛 If you want to attend the event, buy a ticket. Ticket levels start at $100!
Each Guardian & Champion level ticket holder will get:
- A Grateful Cratefulls Gift Basket
- Two Bottles of wine for the virtual wine tasting pre-show from Cash Wise Liquor
- A event ticket link to share with friends/family
- Purchase a ticket here: https://bit.ly/31vLu9V
💛 If you cannot attend the event but still want to contribute, you can make a donation of any amount here: https://bit.ly/2HlONd0
💛 Help us continue to save lives! If you have questions about which donation option is best for you, send us a direct message on Facebook or email samie@raccfm.com
We won't let a pandemic stop us from having important conversations! Jana & Rachel - two of our awesome counselors - virtually presented on Dating After Domestic Violence for North Dakota State University.
Did you know we do presentations on a variety topics for educational systems, businesses & groups free of charge? If you are interested in a virtual presentation, reach out by visiting us online: 🖱 https://www.raccfm.com/contact-us/
👥 Although the pandemic still presents challenges, the RACC staff is navigating it to be sure clients like this feel heard & supported on their journey.
Please consider donating and / or joining us at the virtual Harvest Moon Fling Proceeds from the event enable us to continue to serve the nearly 3,000 child & adult victims & survivors we see each year.
📲: https://bit.ly/3m7tfzz
🗣 Meet Sarah! She has been involved with RACC in many roles: she has been a staff member, a donor, a volunteer and long-time supporter! Find out why RACC is so close to her heart 🧡💛:
"RACC is incredibly important to me as I saw firsthand the powerful impact of the agency on clients when I worked at the center as a counselor. Now, I have the privilege and opportunity to continue my involvement with the organization through volunteering and financially supporting RACC to ensure these critical services to our community continue. The staff at RACC are the most amazing group of individuals who lead the RACC mission with passion, advocacy and humanity for everyone they serve."
Want to find out how to get more involved? Visit us online!:
raccfm.com
At RACC our services don't stop at counseling or court orders. The RACC Staff have a passion for their work and each client they see. Going above and beyond is nothing new to them.
By donating or buying a ticket to the Harvest Moon Fling you are helping continue these FREE services that are in demand within our community! Only 12 days to go ⬇️
https://bit.ly/37mRwNY
Did you know RACC is behind the scenes in emergency rooms helping sexual assault victims? During these visits, if a forensic exam is done, many times, belongings are taken for evidence from the victim leaving them with nothing to wear home.
The Dacotah chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution National Headquarters created Beloved Bundles from the Project Beloved: The Molly Jane Mission for our team to bring along when they are called to the emergency room.
These bundles come in various sizes & include: clothing, undergarments, hygiene products & other necessary items so that the survivor can leave with dignity!
We are so lucky our community has generous volunteers that want to empower survivors!
West Acres is transforming their annual It's A Wonderful Night into It's A Wonderful Week!
It will be a week-long holiday kick-off that supports local charitable organizations like us. Tickets are $5/each with 100% of the $5 ticket proceeds going to local non-profits - just choose RACC at the time of your ticket purchase!
Tickets available online only & must be purchased in advance.
Visit them online to view safety protocols:
https://westacres.com/iaww/
❄ It is turning into that time of year where we bundle up before trips outside & SENDCAA Head Start is helping our clients stay warm! Their school family collected new hats as a thank you to RACC for the work we do for children in our community! Thank you for this awesome donation!
🧤This donation is the start to our holiday Adopt a Need program! If you or your organization are interested in learning about what RACC families are in most urgent need of contact us today! 📲samie@raccfm.com
🍂 The season of giving is just getting started and Kendall Barbie is helping us kick it off with this generous donation after hosting a month long fundraiser just for us! The agency has a special place in Kendall's heart💛:
🗣 "As a victim of domestic violence myself I believe it's crucial to have community support systems like RACC for those who feel like they have no one to turn to. I strive to make sure my studio is the same, by going above and beyond to offer a safe and welcoming environment for everyone seeking personal care services."
If you missed out, she hosts this fundraiser every year! Be sure to like her on Facebook so you don't miss out next time on a chance to help RACC and get in some self-care!
Thank you Kendall! This donation will help an entire family get the services they need!
☀️ We are waking up this morning with gratitude after last night's Harvest Moon Fling! Thank you to all who donated and / or tuned into our first ever virtual event! Thank you to Mayor Judd for being so vulnerable and sharing such a personal story with our audience.
💛 The RACC staff and clients extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every one of you who shares our passion for the mission of the agency and continues to support us! 🧡
👉 Although the event is over, our donation page will remain live until 5pm, Monday Nov 2nd! We are SO darn close! What would happen if you skipped your $5 coffee today & donated instead? https://bit.ly/37XxBVY
📨 All Harvest Moon Fling attendees - You've Got (E)Mail!
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RACC of Fargo-Moorhead shared a link to the event: Harvest Moon Fling.
October 30 at 2:37 PM ·
👉If you purchased a ticket to attend tonight's event, please check your inbox & spam folders to be sure you received the Zoom link! If you did not, please send us a message on Facebook, email samie@raccfm.com or call 701-429-0366!
See you soon!
RACC of Fargo-Moorhead shared a link to the event: Harvest Moon Fling.
October 30 at 2:37 PM ·
👉If you purchased a ticket to attend tonight's event, please check your inbox & spam folders to be sure you received the Zoom link! If you did not, please send us a message on Facebook, email samie@raccfm.com or call 701-429-0366!
See you soon!
🔧🚗 Collaborating with community partners means more opportunities for our clients to get help! Thank you to Fix It Forward Ministry for continuing to partner with us!
Fix It Forward Ministry
23 hrs ·
Car #269 has found it's new owner!
This nice Accord Hybrid went to a lady working with RACC of Fargo-Moorhead. She had been diagnosed with cancer and had been currently undergoing chemotherapy at a local hospital.
Her beloved convertible broke down earlier in 2020. She has been relying on her sister for rides to her treatment appointments. Ironically, this same sister had also recently battled cancer.
The donation of this vehicle will allow her to be independent in driving, eliminating the reliance on others for her transportation needs. More great news in that she has been responding well to treatment and hopes that the Lord gives her the strength to continue fighting.
Thanks to our generous community that donates these wonderful vehicles for us to repair and give back to those in-need. Also huge thanks to our amazing volunteers for donating their time and talents to help make this important mission possible.
If you love these heart stories, consider supporting our mission through a donation to our 2021 Giving Hearts Day campaign!
GHD is only one week away!
Please LIKE and SHARE!
https://app.givingheartsday.org/#/charity/1137
Fix It Forward Ministry. Driven To Serve.
🥰 Giving Hearts Day is in seven days, but you can schedule your gift now through Feb. 9! Schedule a donation by following these three easy steps:
1. Find RACC: app.givingheartsday.org/#/.
2. Make sure "Schedule this Gift" is checked in your cart.
3. Your gift will be processed on Giving Hearts Day.
#HelpSomeone!
Giving Hearts Day
Yesterday at 4:00 PM ·
We are officially one week away from Giving Hearts Day! ❤️
You're invited to join the movement of generosity on Feb. 11!
#HelpSomeone at GivingHeartsDay.org!
We had so much fun seeing all your faces last night! There was fashion, we had fun & we loved being able to share our mission with all the attendees! Thank you to this awesome community who continually show up for us! ❤
My Best Friend's Closet
January 29 at 10:31 AM ·
Thank you to all who attended Fabulous Fashion & Friends Virtual Event last night! Your support means the world to the children and families who receive therapy at RACC of Fargo-Moorhead to recover from physical and sexual abuse.
❤Reminder: You still have until Monday, February 1st to bid on the silent auction and donate to the cause!
https://one.bidpal.net/befabulous/browse/all
👖We got some help kicking off the Fabulous Fashion & Friends Virtual Event with this awesome donation thanks to the employees of Town & Country Credit Union
Each year they choose a non-profit to benefit from Jeans Day Fridays & they chose RACC in 2020! If you are an employee at TCCU thank you so much for choosing us!
📱Thank you Fargo Police Department for reaching out & choosing to collaborate with us! Listen below to learn more about why these cell phones will help RACC clients ⬇️
Fargo Police Department was live.
January 26 at 4:04 PM ·
Fargo Police Donate Used Department Phones to Rape and Abuse Crisis Center for Emergency Use
The Fargo Police Department (FPD) learned of an on-going need by the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center (RACC) for used cell phones. The RACC provides the cell phones to domestic abuse victims, who are able to use the phones for 911-only calls if they find themselves in a dangerous situation.
Currently, the department follows a two-year cycle for upgrading department phones. Previously, phones have been sold on an online auction or kept as backup . Recently, Police Chief David Zibolski and The City of Fargo have identified this worthy cause and approved the donation of old cell phones to the RACC. Today, the department will provide 20 cell phones to victims in the Fargo community.
In domestic violence cases, it is not uncommon for abusers to break or take away the cell phones of victims. Destroying or denying phones is one way in which abusers can control their partner. Without a cell phone, victims are unable to call for help when needed. Those who do have cell phones are often stalked and intimidated by the abuser through the device.
The FPD strives to provide the highest level of service through community partnerships, and forward thinking policing to improve the quality of life for the members of our community.This partnership with the RACC exemplifies the department’s value of Guardianship and Respect. The FPD believes that all human life has value and deserves respect, and will guard, protect, and preserve the life of those in the Fargo community.
🖐 Raise your hand if you've purchased your ticket for the Fabulous Fashion & Friends Virtual Event! It is just ONE week away now! Ticket sales will remain open until Noon January 28th!
✨ Get glammed up in the comfort of your home or stay cozy while My Best Friend's Closet premieres their 2021 Style Show!
With your ticket, donation, or silent auction purchase you will be supporting the Meredith Haugen Play Therapy Room located in the clinical wing at Rape & Abuse Crisis Center. Learn more about why this room is so important to the mission of RACC: https://one.bidpal.net/befabulous/about