Becky's Fund

Becky's Fund Freedom from domestic violence. It's our right®

“The future depends on what we do in the present

Our programs include:


*Issue: 1 in 4 women are affected by domestic violence.
~Program: Emergency Services and Support
Through our direct services, we assist survivors with finding an attorney, housing, job placement, and childcare.
*On a monthly basis, we are directly working with about 10 clients, adding up to about 120 families a year.

*Issue: Lack of financial independence is the major r

eason for abused women to remain with their abuser.
~Program: Financial Literacy
Through our Financial Literacy Program, we teach survivors how to achieve financial liberation and independence through coursework on budgeting, retirement, and family planning; supported in 2012 by Northwestern Mutual and TD Bank.
*Last year, we helped about 30 women and this year we look to assist over 40 women and their families.

*Issue: The highest rate of dating violence occurs between 16 to 24 years old.
~Program: National Domestic Violence College Tour
Our National Domestic Violence College Tour, which has reached over 45 campuses nationwide provides educational workshops, teaching male and female college students the warning signs of an abusive relationship and how to help an accountable bystander, and is sponsored by respective colleges, universities and student groups.
*We have reached over 50 schools and over 10,000 students over the past 7 years.

*Issue: 50-80% of teens know a peer in a violent relationship and nearly 80% of physically abused girls in their relationship remain to date their abuser.
~Program: Becoming Your Own Heroine
Through our “Becoming Your Own Heroine” Program, we collaborate with the Girl Scouts and youth organizations to train and educate “tweens” on dating violence, self-defense, and artistic expression; supported in 2010 by McDonalds.
*Over the last 5 years of the program, we have reached over 1,000 young girls.

*Issue: Due to domestic violence being a gendered crime and problem, work must be done with men and boys to teach them how to become allies to women and girls.
~Program: Men of Code
Through our “Men of CODE" program, we are partnering with DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Friendship Collegiate High School to create a new program that engages men and boys to become leaders and allies in the movement to end violence against women. MoC represents Men of Character and Ownership, Dedicated to Leading by Example.
*We will be working with over 400 young men from 2013 - 2015 in this program.

*Issue: Veterans with PTSD are 2-3 times more likely than veterans without PTSD to engage in intimate partner violence.
~Program: Peace at Home
Through our "Peace at Home" program, we partner with mental health professionals, military, and affected military families to address the effects of PTSD on the family unit and provide support to prevent suicide and increased violence to family members.
*We look forward to working with over 25 families during 2013.

📌Nationally, 40% of high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Nearly 20% have seriousl...
05/28/2026

📌Nationally, 40% of high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Nearly 20% have seriously considered su***de, and almost 10% have attempted it.

🏛️In Washington D.C. 33.8% of high school students reported feeling so sad or hopeless for two or more weeks that they stopped participating in their usual activities.

🔦At the same time, research shows that strong connections, supportive relationships, and engagement in team sports can serve as powerful protective factors against poor mental health and suicidal ideation.

✨This is why programs like Men of CODE matter✨.

Too often, young men are taught to hide their emotions, carry their struggles alone, and wear armor instead of asking for help. Men of CODE creates a space where boys can take that armor off.
A space where they can be vulnerable, ask difficult questions, support one another, and build meaningful connections that go beyond the classroom.

Through honest conversations, mentorship, and community, learn that strength is not about silence—it’s about self-awareness, resilience, empathy, and the courage to reach out when they need help.

By investing in boys today, we are helping build healthier men, stronger communities, and a future where healthy relationships can thrive.

🙌Join us. Men of CODE 2026 starts this June.

05/26/2026

To see coercive control finally be named and recognized by a legal court is incredibly significant.

In the landmark case, Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, involving allegations of physical, emotional, psychological, and financial abuse throughout a 16-year marriage, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized intimate partner violence as a serious form of harm within civil law.

The Court acknowledged what advocates and survivors have long known: coercive control is often a warning sign and precursor to intimate partner homicide.

The ruling reflects a growing understanding that abuse is not always physical. Patterns of control, intimidation, isolation, manipulation, threats, surveillance, and financial abuse can profoundly impact a person’s safety, autonomy, and wellbeing.

Recognizing coercive control helps expand the public understanding of domestic violence and validates the lived experiences of many survivors whose abuse may not leave visible bruises, but cause deep and lasting harm.




05/21/2026

In her new memoir, ‘This Is Me: A Reckoning,’ Hayden Panettiere bravely shares her courageous story of surviving abuse.

Describing her experience as “brutal, traumatic, and emotional,” Hayden had to manage constant threats, fear, intimidation, and isolation — even being threatened to have only “10 seconds to run” before being hit with a phone.

Hayden’s story is a reminder that abuse can happen to anyone, abuse is never your fault and that help is available.

Thank you, for sharing your truth, reclaiming your story, and helping empower survivors to heal and get the help they deserve.

youareworthyoflove

🍃Please welcome Maggie as she joins our efforts in prevention and advocacy🍃👋Hello, my name is Maggie Slusar. I am from A...
05/20/2026

🍃Please welcome Maggie as she joins our efforts in prevention and advocacy🍃

👋Hello, my name is Maggie Slusar. I am from Annapolis, Maryland and I am studying Politics Philosophy, Economics and Law along with Health Studies at the University of Richmond. I am interested in studying how legal systems and public health frameworks can collaborate to protect vulnerable populations and help them sustain long-term health and well-being.

I am especially interested in the intersection of law, trauma, and public health and how to help provide access to support and services and empower survivors in breaking the cycle of interpersonal violence. Through my studies, I have become increasingly interested in how legal advocacy can serve as a powerful tool to create systemic change and improve access to safety, justice, and support services for survivors.

Throughout my academic career, I have developed an interest in women’s rights and advocacy, public policy and education. I interned at the Anne Arundel County Circuit court where I’ve observed and worked on many criminal cases, including those involving domestic violence. I’ve also been a substitute teacher at a title one school, an experience that strengthened my understanding of the social and structural challenges many children and families face.

This summer, I hope to learn more about trauma-informed advocacy, survivor-centered policy work, and the role nonprofits play in advancing education and prevention efforts. I also hope to strengthen my skills in legal research, communication, public policy analysis, and community outreach, while getting hands-on experience doing intake.

After graduation, I plan to attend law school and pursue a career in trial law, with the goal of advocating for individuals whose voices are too often overlooked within the justice system.

Everyone has mental health💚It’s okay to not be okay.You are not alone.Support is available, and healing is possible.🙌Som...
05/13/2026

Everyone has mental health💚

It’s okay to not be okay.
You are not alone.
Support is available, and healing is possible.

🙌Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is reach out, check in, and remind one another that we do not have to carry everything alone.

💚

✨Please meet Kristine Nguyen (she/her), who joins our team as our Communications, Development, & Social Media Intern✨Kri...
05/12/2026

✨Please meet Kristine Nguyen (she/her), who joins our team as our Communications, Development, & Social Media Intern✨

Kristine is a rising senior at University of Richmond majoring in Sociology with minors in Gender & Sexuality Studies and Africana Studies. Growing up in Northern Virginia near D.C., she is passionate about social justice, prevention education, and creating meaningful conversations around healthy relationships and domestic violence.

Through her studies — including coursework focused on masculinities — Kristine has developed a strong interest in understanding how gender socialization impacts relationships and why men and boys must be included in conversations around preventing violence. This is one of the many reasons she felt deeply connected to Becky’s Fund’s mission.

Kristine also brings experience in advocacy and communications through her work with her university’s WILL Program and as a writer and editor for Counterculture Magazine, a student-led social justice publication. She is passionate about using thoughtful, accessible communication and social media to educate and engage communities around important social issues.

This summer, Kristine is excited to gain hands-on nonprofit experience, strengthen her skills in outreach and communications, and connect with others who share her passion for advocacy and social impact.

Outside of school and advocacy, Kristine enjoys reading romance and fantasy novels, listening to music, singing, and weightlifting🎵🎤💪

Today, mental health is ranked as the #1 global health concern, surpassing cancer and heart disease.In the United State...
05/08/2026

Today, mental health is ranked as the #1 global health concern, surpassing cancer and heart disease.

In the United States, more than 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness, and 1 in 7 youth ages 6–17 experience a mental health disorder each year.

The more we talk openly about mental health, the more we can help end stigma, create supportive communities, and empower those who are struggling to reach out for help.

💚Remember: you are not alone.
You are seen, valued, and supported.
Help is available. Call or text #988.💚

Today, mental health is ranked as the #1 global health concern, surpassing cancer and heart disease.💚In the United Stat...
05/08/2026

Today, mental health is ranked as the #1 global health concern, surpassing cancer and heart disease.

💚In the United States, more than 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness, and 1 in 7 youth ages 6-17 experience mental health disorder each year.

💚Mental health deserves understanding, not shame or silence. Your experiences matter and your feelings are valid.

💚This Mental Health Awareness Month, we recognize the importance of supporting survivors with compassion, understanding, and access to safety and resources.

You are seen, believed, and loved. Help is available. Call or text #988.

On this , we want to celebrate and sincerely thank our incredible interns, Capri, Liv, and Emma.Thank you for your dedi...
05/07/2026

On this , we want to celebrate and sincerely thank our incredible interns, Capri, Liv, and Emma.

Thank you for your dedication, time, energy, curiosity, & genuine commitment to supporting Becky’s Fund and helping advance our mission.

From stepping outside your comfort zones to build new skills like grantwriting, to practicing empathy and active listening, each of you has made a meaningful impact on our community.

Your support helps Becky’s Fund continue expanding our circle of care and advocacy while creating hope for the future. We are so grateful for the passion and heart you brought to this work, and we cannot wait to see all that you accomplish next.

💚Together, we are helping create a future where healthy relationships can thrive. Thank you🙌

Abuse is not always obvious or loud.Sometimes abuse is strategic.Provoking someone until they break down,then documentin...
05/06/2026

Abuse is not always obvious or loud.

Sometimes abuse is strategic.
Provoking someone until they break down,
then documenting the reaction while hiding the coercion that came before it.

💡Judge Russell Minas recognized potential performance, provocation, and manipulation within the dynamics being documented by Dakota.

💡Judge Minas also questioned why Dakota was filming instead of prioritizing the child’s safety.

When we recognize coercive control and reactive abuse within legal systems and public conversations, we create greater understanding of how abuse truly operates.

By naming these dynamics, especially when child custody is involved, we are able to identify the abuse and its potential impact & then make the best decision to support the best interests and safety of the children involved.

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