Do you or a friend NEED HELP? We are here 24 hours a day. Call or Text 941.365.1976
Do you or a friend NEED HELP? We are here 24 hours a day. Call or Text 941.365.1976
To provide a safe haven and promote empowerment, awareness, and social change to end domestic and sexual violence.
To break the cycle of domestic and sexual violence in our community.
Survivor-Focused: We are committed to a trauma-informed approach that embodies safety, empowerment, and healing.
Compassion: We embody and offer empathy for all people through our words and actions.
Integrity: We demonstrate trust, respect, accountability, and transparency.
Inclusion: We create a culture that works to remove barriers, promotes equitable access, and facilitates connectedness.
Collaboration: We believe in teamwork, innovation, and strong communication to facilitate high-quality services.
Founded in 1979, SPARCC, the Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center, is a beacon of hope, healing and empowerment. As a non-profit agency, we play a pivotal role in Sarasota and DeSoto counties as the exclusive state-certified center providing essential services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, all of which are offered free of charge and kept strictly confidential.
What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment not only to healing survivors but also to preventing future violence. Through robust community awareness and education initiatives, we strive to create a safer environment for all. With our downtown Sarasota outreach center and satellite offices in Venice, North Port and Arcadia, our year-round shelters offer sanctuary 365 days a year, and our 24-hour crisis helpline ensures immediate assistance.
SPARCC is not just an organization. We are a compassionate and tireless ally for survivors and a powerful advocate for change in the community, making a profound impact on the lives of those affected by domestic and sexual violence.
Our support extends beyond the immediate crisis. We provide counseling, accompany survivors to hospitals and courtrooms, offer legal services, host support groups and conduct empowerment programs. Through community education, we’re working to raise awareness about the issues of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Download our newsletter and stay informed and up to date with how we're making a difference in the lives of survivors
in our community.
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We believe in financial transparency and accountability. When you donate, you're contributing to a cause that directly impacts the lives of survivors. We take great care in managing our resources efficiently.
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Download our newsletter and stay informed and up to date with how we're making a difference in the lives of survivors
in our community.
DOWNLOAD >
We believe in financial transparency and accountability. When you donate, you're contributing to a cause that directly impacts the lives of survivors. We take great care in managing our resources efficiently.
LEARN MORE >
Download our newsletter and stay informed and up to date with how we're making a difference in the lives of survivors
in our community.
DOWNLOAD >
We believe in financial transparency and accountability. When you donate, you're contributing to a cause that directly impacts the lives of survivors. We take great care in managing our resources efficiently.
LEARN MORE >
Patrick Duggan, Board Chair
Shelley Walters-Walker, First Vice Chair
Capt. Deb Kiner, Second Vice Chair
Andrea Hunt, Treasurer
Joan Castellani, Secretary
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
At this time, the Hospital Advocacy Team is the only advocacy volunteer opportunity available.
Hospital Advocacy Team
(Includes hospitals in Sarasota, Venice, Englewood and Northport)
Please mail your application to 2139 Main Street, Sarasota, FL 34237
