The First Step Toward Peace
(Formerly The Women's Crisis Center)
P.O. Box 831
Belleville, Illinois
62222-0831
A not-for-profit organization
Our Mission
The Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois
works to eliminate domestic violence
in individual lives and society as a whole.
Our Philosophy
At the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois
we believe that all people have the right to be free
from harm, to be respected, and to determine
and pursue their own goals.
Our Services
24 Hour Crisis Hotline
Emergency Shelter for Battered Women
Children's Services
Counseling and Advocacy Services
Prevention and Education Services
If
you find this web page useful,
consider making a donation
to the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois.
Mail your check donation to:
PO Box 831
Belleville, IL 62222-0831.
As the Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois
is a not-for-profit organization,
all donations are tax-deductible,
and you will receive a receipt in the mail.
Thank you for considering supporting our work!
Updated July 30, 2008
