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Dedicated to ending the cycle of domestic and sexual violence in Wake County, North Carolina, InterAct saves lives, rebuilds lives, and secures safer futures for victims and survivors and their families.
Inspired by the belief that every person has the right to be safe and empowered, we envision a community free from domestic and sexual violence, where healthy relationships prosper.
Founded in 1978, InterAct grew from the merger of three community agencies: the Rape Crisis Center, Women’s Aid, and Child Abuse Prevention Services to become known as The Family Violence Prevention Center, Inc. In 1985, the organization adopted InterAct as its call name, signifying the interaction of crisis intervention, recovery from trauma, and creating a safe, independent future.
By 2009, InterAct’s highly effective model of one-stop, wraparound services for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence spanned Wake County’s 12 municipalities. The agency conducted a $5 million capital campaign to purchase and renovate the former YWCA at 1012 Oberlin Road in Raleigh. With the opening of the Family Safety & Empowerment Center, people and families struggling with abuse receive InterAct’s crisis intervention programs and take a step toward a life free from violence. InterAct offers tools and services to educate and assist clients in becoming self-sustaining and safe.

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The warning signs for abuse may not be obvious to everyone, even the abused. Many times, abuse is slowly integrated into the relationship, leading the victimized person to believe these actions are 'normal.' Are you experiencing warning signs of abuse? Contact InterAct's 24/7 crisis line: 919-828-7740

Join us for an afternoon of live music and fun!🎶 NC Local Music is hosting their 19th annual benefit concert for InterAct! The event on October 10th will feature vendors, face painting, food, art, prizes, live animal encounters, and of course live music! For more information and to purchase tickets either scan the QR code on this poster or go to nclocalmusic.com In need of immediate support? Contact InterAct's 24/7 crisis line: 919-828-7740 For more information about InterAct visit interactofwake.org #BenefitConcert #LiveMusic #NCLOCALMUSIC

💌 From InterAct clients When you give to InterAct, you grant hope and resources to survivors. InterAct provides immediate and ongoing support to survivors at no charge because we know that the struggle doesn't end once a survivor escapes. For more information about giving and the services InterAct provides, visit interactofwake.org Donate here: interactofwake.org/donate #domesticviolence #survivorsupport #savinglives

The Solace Center at InterAct is the only free-standing, community-based, sexual assault forensic exam center in Wake County. We are grateful to UNC Health for its long-standing support ofthe Solace Center and our training program for Sexual Assault Nurse Exhaminers (SANEs). Solace Center provides forensic exams and access to wrap-around care for victims and survivors of sexual violence. Since 2011, the Solace Center has provided expert, compassionate care at no cost to the survivor. To learn more about the Solace Center services, swipe through the graphics below! #UNCHealth

Survivors of domestic and sexual violence are often referred to InterAct for assistance when filing for legal protections from their abuser. Domestic Violence Protection Orders and Civil No-Contact Orders are common legal protections for survivors. Swipe through to learn more. More information at interactofwake.org Call the crisis line at 919.828.7740 #DVPO #CourtAdvocacy #Nonprofit #DomesticViolenceAwareness

Voting is almost over! Voting Pass It On for Raleigh's Best Consignment/Thrift Store and Best Women's Clothing Store closes on July 25th. Remember, you can vote once per day until the closing date! Cast your vote at: VoteRaleighsBest.com For more information about InterAct and Pass It On visit: interactofwake.org/pass-it-on-thrift-store #Vote #Raleighsbest #Thrift #Nonprofit

In recognition of Disability Pride Month, let's talk about how people with disabilities face unique barriers to receiving support in instances of domestic abuse. 🩶❤️💛🤍💙💚🩶 #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPride #nonprofit #dveducation

Let's do a quick recap of InterAct's community engagement activity for the month of June!🌻 → Courtyards at O'Kelly Chapel hosted a donation drive. Donations included urgently needed pantry items and funds to support InterAct Services. (Picture 1) → InterAct staff were busy this month attending events like the Fuquay-Varina mental health resource fair sponsored by the Fuquay-Varina Police Department (Picture 2), a Community Connection event hosted by Holly Hill Hospital (Picture 3), and a community baby shower hosted by AmeriHealth → Coloring books, art supplies, and hygiene items were donated to InterAct by local supporters Linda Sheikh and Diana Boyce (Picture 4) 📰For a more exhaustive recap, read the June 2026 Newsletter at interactofwake.org/news-stories THANK YOU to everyone who contributed their time to help support InterAct this month! #newsletter #communityconnections #nonprofit #fundraising

Vote PASS IT ON! Pass It On Thrift Store has been nominated for Raleigh's Best consignment/thrift store category and Women's clothing store category, presented by the News & Observer! Pass It On is an upscale thrift shop offering new and gently used women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories at fabulously low prices. Located in Raleigh and Fuquay-Varina, Pass It On stores feature a wide variety of designer clothing in excellent condition at affordable prices.👗 Ninety cents from every dollar of Pass It On merchandise is donated to support InterAct’s programs and services!💜 Voting opens July 6th and ends July 24th, you can vote once per day at VoteRaleighsBest.com For more information about InterAct and Pass It On visit: interactofwake.org/pass-it-on-thrift-store #Vote #Raleighsbest #Thrift #Nonprofit

Happy Fourth of July from your friends at InterAct! 🎆 Let freedom ring! InterAct's 24/7 crisis line is available throughout the holiday weekend at 919.828.7740 #IndependenceDay #FourthofJuly #nonprofit

July is Disability Pride Month! Seeking help for Domestic Abuse is hard, and people who have disabilities face unique barriers when searching for support. Awareness brings change. This Disability Pride Month, we will be sharing information about how people with disabilities may experience DV and what resources are available for them. 🩶❤️💛🤍💙💚🩶 #DisabilityPrideMonth #Nonprofit #DVawareness

As we round off the last week of Pride month, let's get a reality check about Domestic Abuse in LGBTQ+ relationships. There are many misconceptions about what constitutes abuse and how it looks, but the truth is abuse takes many forms. Swipe through to learn about common myths associated with the LGBTQ+ community #Pride #DomesticViolenceMyths #Nonprofit

Saving Lives. Rebuilding Lives. Securing Safer Futures. InterAct provides immediate support: 24 hour crisis line, emergency shelter, and Solace Center. Case management services address the ongoing effects of domestic abuse and provide financial literacy, training, housing services, and therapeutic services. You can support InterAct's mission to end the cycle of domestic and sexual violence. Find more information at interactofwake.org #nonprofit #domesticviolenceawareness #volunteer #donate

Wishing you a meaningful Juneteenth! June 19th commemorates America's second Independence Day, the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth marks the day in 1965 when federal troops arrived in Galveston, TX to ensure all enslaved people were freed, more than two years after the emancipation proclamation. ❤️🧡💛💚🖤 If you or someone you know is in need of help call InterAct's 24/7 crisis line 919.828.7740 #juneteenth

It takes a village!💜 When you give to InterAct, you grant hope and resources to survivors. InterAct provides immediate and ongoing support to survivors because we know that the struggle doesn't end once a survivor escapes. By giving to InterAct, you are helping someone gain financial independence for the first time, or file a domestic violence protection order against their abuser, or find a safe place to rest at night. For more information about giving and the services InterAct provides, visit interactofwake.org Donate here: interactofwake.org/donate #domesticviolence #survivorsupport #savinglives

Pride month is here! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Let's be real, LGBTQ+ individuals face intimate partner violence at rates equal to or higher than their heterosexual peers. Often, those in the LGBTQ+ community do not seek help due to the stigma surrounding their identity. Everyone deserves help and safety, and by educating others and ourselves, we can find a better understanding of how the queer community experiences DV uniquely and how to help our friends and family when it happens. Swipe through to learn more about how LGBTQ+ identified people are uniquely impacted by domestic violence. If you or someone you know is in need of help, contact InterAct's 24/7 crisis line: 919.828.7740 #Pridemonth #Pride #Domesticviolence #survivors

Looking for more ways to help out InterAct? There are so many opportunities! 🎁Donate: -Copy & Paste this link in your browser https://giving.gofundme.com/campaign/767024/donate -Want to drop off a donation? See requirements at interactofwake.org/donate then email donate@interactofwake.org to verify drop off details 🗣️Voluneer: -Visit interactofwake.org/volunteer for more information on positions -Interested in a role? Send an email to volunteer@interactofwake.org 🛍️Shop: -Visit one of our Pass it on thriftiques located in Fuquay-Varina and Raleigh -More information at interactofwake.org/pass-it-on-thrift-store To learn more about how you can contribute, visit interactofwake.org Thank you for your interest in supporting survivors!💜 #DVAwareness #Nonprofit #Volunteer

June is Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Pride Month celebrates love, acceptance, and visibility. At InterAct, we believe EVERYONE has the right to be SAFE and EMPOWERED. We envision a community free from domestic and sexual violence, where healthy relationships prosper. InterAct welcomes everyone. All services we provide are free of charge, inclusive, and considerate of people of all identities. We are here for You. If you or someone you know is in need of help, call InterAct's 24/7 crisis line at 919.828.7740 #Pridemonth #Pride #Survivor #LGBTQSuppport

Domestic violence is a leading cause of homelessness in the United States. This statistic only skims the surface of the scope of issues caused by DV. Not only does intimate partner violence risk the life and well-being of the survivor during the active relationship but it also generates other complications the survivor will need to sift through in the fallout, including homelessness. InterAct offers immediate and ongoing support for survivors whose home has been compromised at the hands of Domestic Violence. For survivors in need, InterAct provides an emergency shelter and a case manager so that survivors have a safe environment and a helpful guide as they begin to navigate their new living situation. To learn more about InterAct services visit interactofwake.org or call the 24/7 crisis line: 919.828.7740

As the month of May wraps up, let's do a quick recap of InterAct's activity!🌸 → InterAct celebrated Mental Health Awareness with many fun activities hosted by our therapeutic services program administer Towanda Garner. Activities included meditation, yoga, gratitude gifts, mental health presentations, and more! → Some staff attended the annual Yardi non-profit fair, where they got to share InterAct's mission, learn about other local non-profits, and enjoy a complimentary lunch. (Picture 1) → Nutranix, a software company in Durham, assembled and donated 350 hygiene kits to InterAct. Thank you Nutranix, for all your hard work and these thoughtful donations! (Pictures 2 & 3) → Nationwide volunteers reported for their annual project in InterAct's front garden (Picture 4) 📰For a more exhaustive recap, read the May 2026 Newsletter at interactofwake.org/news-stories THANK YOU to everyone who contributed their time to help support InterAct this month! #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #mentalhealth #nonprofit #fundraising

THANK YOU, Shimmy Mob! Shimmy mob is a global campaign to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence through the art of belly dance! The shimmy mob team local to Raleigh performs regularly in support of InterAct! 💃 Shimmy Mobbers, there is now a new way to give. A special donation page has been set up specifically for the Shimmy Mob Campaign - giving.gofundme.com/campaign/798185/donate Looking to attend a shimmy mob performance? Visit the Shimmy Mob website to see where they will be next! - sites.google.com/view/sadiyahbellydance Are you looking to start a fundraiser benefit for InterAct of your own? We would love to hear from you! Please send any inquiries to donations@interactofwake.org so we can get you started! #ShimmyMob #Shimmycommunity #ShimmyMob2026 #bellydanceflashmob #raiseawareness

Are interested in hosting a donation drive for InterAct? We would love to hear from you! Here's how you can get started: -Visit our website interactofwake.org/community-engagement and fill out a form -Consider the scope of your drive : what population will you advertise to? What does your timeline look like? -Wait for our response: we will get back to you as soon as we can. Thank you for your interest!

Technology-Facilitated Abuse is when a perpetrator uses technology for the purpose of emotional, physical, and psychological harm, harassment, and/or control. This issue grows as new technology evolves. While new technology can provide vital resources to survivors and those seeking help, it is also often weaponized by victimizers. Swipe through to learn what this type of abuse can look like. If you or someone you know is experiencing Technology-Facilitated Abuse, reach out to InterAct's 24/7 Crisis Line to receive help today: 919.828.7740 #TechnologyFacilitatedAbuse #DititalAbuse #EndDomesticViolence

May is Mental health Awareness Month! 🧠 A better understanding of how mental health effects cases of domestic and sexual violence is critical to targeting unhealthy behavior within relationships. The effect of mental health in such cases is multi-faceted; mental instability as a contribution to an abusers actions or reactions, an abuser using mind games as a manipulation tactic, as well as the mental health consequences a survivor develops as a result of the abuse. Swipe through to learn how mental health effects cases of domestic and sexual violence statistically. If you or someone you know is facing mental health issues as a result of abuse, reach out to InterAct's 24/7 crisis line - 919.828.7740

As the month of April wraps up, let's do a quick recap of InterAct's activity!💐 → InterAct representatives participated in NCSU's Take Back the Night event in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month → The annual Hayes Barton Food Drive had an amazing turnout with 6,000lbs of donations and many incredible volunteers in participation → A month long donation drive hosted by JMP helped stock our pantry shelves → Training for de-escalation tactics was provided to InterAct staff in response to an increase of walk-ins and crisis calls THANK YOU to everyone who contributed their time to help support InterAct this past month!

Mark your calendars for Denim Day on Wednesday April 29th! Wear jeans to speak out against sexual violence and stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual assault. Join us in protest against harmful misconceptions that contribute to the perpetuation of sexual violence. Are you or someone you know in need of sexual assault services? Contact InterAct's 24/7 crisis line 919-828-7740 for help and/or to schedule an appointment at the Solace Center. #DenimDay2026 #SAAM2026

Today's supporting survivors tip is: Ask, Be Patient, and Respect. Every survivor's story and circumstances are different, so when offering your help, always ask how they wish to receive it. Survivors may or may not have a clear idea of what support looks like for them. It is important to be patient with them through this, stay with them, and keep checking in on them. Allow survivors to choose if and what they share, and always respect their privacy. #SAAM2026 If you need more advice on how to support a survivor or are seeking help, reach out to InterAct's 24/7 crisis line at 919-828-7740

NEWS UPDATE: "The U.S. Department of Justice awarded North Carolina more than $2 million in federal funding to process rape kits and prevent future backlogs, Rep. Deborah Ross announced on Monday." (WCNC) What does this mean for survivors? This is a big step toward expediting the process of survivors receiving justice for the crimes committed against them. If you are in need of help, reach out to InterAct's 24/7 crisis line: (919) 828-7740

This past Saturday, April 18th, InterAct was bustling with activity, during the annual Hayes-Barton neighborhood food drive. Thanks to our amazing volunteers from the Wake County Democratic Party and White Memorial Presbyterian Church, along with the team from Hayes-Barton. The Wake Dems facilitated, recorded, and sorted all of the donations brought in on Saturday with speed and efficiency. Now, the volunteers from White Memorial are stocking and organizing the shelves in our pantry. THANK YOU to those involved with this incredible community project; drives like this contribute greatly to helping rebuild the lives of survivors.

April 20th is Volunteer Appreciation Day. Today, we want to recognize our amazing volunteers who dedicate their time to supporting InterAct. Volunteers are crucial for our operations; they perform duties in the pantry, crisis line, the solace center, guest services, court navigation, and more. We cannot extend our thanks enough to those who choose to offer their time and passion to help end the cycle of domestic and sexual violence. Whether you have volunteered at InterAct for one day, one event, or many years, we sincerely thank you.

Why is Sexual Assault Awareness Month important? Because the scope of sexual violence is wide, it affects every community. It can happen to anyone, so everyone must be informed about the realities, struggles, and resources available to survivors. Do you know someone in need of help? Contact the InterAct crisis line, available 24/7: 919.828.7740 #SAAM2026

You can help a survivor connect with community resources like InterAct when they need support. There are crisis centers, social services, and hotlines in most communities. InterAct’s hotline at 919-828-7740 and the Solace Center for forensic exams are both open 24/7. Be aware of your local resources; you never know when you will want to use that information. InterAct crisis line: 919-828-7740 Call the crisis line to make an appointment at the Solace Center Other Resources: National National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE Rape Crisis Hotline: 1-888-293-2080 National Sexual Violence Resource Center: nsvrc.org Peaceful Families Project Rape, Incest, & Abuse National Network (RAINN): rainn.org HEART Women & Girls: heartwomenandgirls.org Gently share resources. Offer an open space to talk about what is happening. #SAAM

On Wednesday, April 8th, some InterAct representatives had the honor of attending NCSU's 'Take Back the Night' event. In honor of SAAM, NCSU hosted an event featuring organizations both on and off campus that provide services and resources related to sexual assault. The night started with tabling and progressed into a march, a vigil, a survivor circle, and closed with a communal dinner. Thank you to NCSU for hosting this incredible event and spreading awareness about sexual assault and how we can do our best to prevent and heal from it. #SAAM2026 For more information on how to get involved or about InterAct in general please visit our website interactofwake.org

Continuing with our Supporting Survivors Series, the next tip we have is, Believe. Many survivors have mixed feelings after the event; they may express thoughts such as "maybe it isn't as bad as I think it is" or "maybe I did something to cause it". Self-blame is a common reaction to sexual assault and there are a variety of reasons why a victim may feel this way. It is important to remind survivors that they are not to blame. Sexual assault is never the victim's fault, and believing their personal experience and story is a great way we can contribute to supporting and reclaiming the narrative for survivors. Trust their story and offer your support without conditions. Tell them, it's not their fault and, they are not alone. #SAAM2026 For more information please visit our website interactofwake.org

The Solace Center at InterAct is the only free-standing, community-based, sexual assault forensic exam center in Wake County. Solace Center is one of InterAct's core services providing wrap-around care for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Since 2011, the Solace Center has provided expert, compassionate care at no cost to the survivor. To learn more about the Solace Center services, swipe through the graphics below! #SAAM2026

We are kicking off SAAM with a series of tips on how to support survivors! When a survivor is sharing their story with you, it is important that their experience is heard, and their feelings are validated. The first tip for supporting survivors is, listen. Empathetic and active listening is a great way to show someone that you care and are understanding of what they are telling you. Be present and supportive, while validating their experience. Listen and respond without judgment. #SAAM2026

The month of April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). Now is the time to join InterAct in spreading awareness about the reality of sexual violence, how we can help prevent it, and being informed on how to promote healing when it does happen. The truth is, the more our community is educated about the prevalence and complex effects of sexual violence, the closer we are to breaking cycles of abuse and securing safer futures for us all. Here on the InterAct social pages we will be posting facts, resources, and events relating to sexual assault this month. So join us, and help educate our community this SAAM! #SAAM2026 #SAAM

Pass It On Thrift Store in Fuquay-Varina CLOSED TODAY, February 2 Stay warm! 309 S. Main Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 919-557-8020 https://interactofwake.org/

Pass It On Thrift Stores OPEN tomorrow, January 27 Raleigh store open 11 am to 4 pm Fuquay-Varina store open noon to 4 pm 1012 Oberlin Road Raleigh, NC 27605 919-865-1601 309 S. Main Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 919-557-8020 https://interactofwake.org/

InterAct + Publix Charities Publix Super Markets Charities has granted $12,000 to Wake County's Family Violence Prevention Center (InterAct) to help replenish healthy food in InterAct's emergency shelter. Families escaping violence often arrive at the shelter with few resources. InterAct's community pantry insures families have reliable access to nutritious meals, enabling survivors to focus on healing. For children, consistent meals offer comfort and normalcy during a time of upheaval. https://csr.publix.com/ https://interactofwake.org/

InterAct teams up with Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation InterAct has received a Nourishing our Neighbors grant from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to address food insecurity for survivors of domestic violence and their families. The grant supports participants in InterAct's emergency shelter program and provides nutritional education to eliminate health risks for those experiencing food insecurity. my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/walkerm_interactofwake_org/IQA36uf6jk7sR5LgTAh924QyASfgRWCKbyjLTCDLXzjqWXA?e=kjEwQR #FoodLionFeeds #FoodLion #FoodLionFeedsCharitableFoundation https://interactofwake.org/

OPEN-OPEN-OPEN Fuquay-Varina Pass It On Thrift Store OPEN MLK weekend TODAY, TOMORROW and MONDAY January 17,18, and 19 10 am to 4 pm "Always find someting great."--Google review 309 S. Main Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 919-557-8020 https://interactofwake.org/pass-it-on-thrift-store/

CHANGE OF PLAN! InterAct's RALEIGH Pass It On Thrift Store will be OPEN tomorrow New Year's Day! 10 am to 5 pm Both stores OPEN January 17-18-19 for MLK Weekend "Fantastic thrift store for women's clothing. Great quality and brands."--Google review 1012 Oberlin Road Raleigh, NC 27605 919-865-1601 309 S. Main Street Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 919-557-8020 https://interactofwake.org/pass-it-on-thrift-store/

The clock is ticking...The Time is Now! There’s still time to make a year-end gift to InterAct! On our donation page at https://www.classy.org/admin/87330/campaigns/741475 you can give using a card, an ACH transfer, or PayPal or Venmo. You can give monthly if you like. AND at https://partner.freewill.com/smartgiving/interactofwake you can choose non-cash giving tools that enable you to give a stock donation, DAF gift, or a donation via your IRA. These giving options are safe, simple, and powerful—supporting survivors and helping build a community free from violence. https://interactofwake.org/

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