Rape Crisis Center

Standing Together to End Sexual Assault (STESA) is a private non-profit organization dedicated to providing confidential counseling and support services to survivors of sexual assault and their families. Serving the Santa Barbara community since 1974, STESA has empowered thousands of individuals through healing and education, actively working to eliminate all forms of sexual violence. In the 2023-2024 period, the organization offered vital services to 327 survivors and conducted over 5,140 community prevention sessions. STESA is committed to transforming lives and fostering social change, ensuring a safer future for all members of the community. Generated from the website

Domestic Violence Solutions aims to prevent domestic violence by providing various programs and intervention services. It offers a special shelter program for women and children, where they receive emotional support, food, clothing, goal planning assistance, advocacy for medical, legal and financial resources, and information and referrals. The agency provides a 12 to 24 week anger management program to both voluntary and court-mandated individuals who struggle with the issue of controlling anger. Domestic Violence Solutions also offers corporate human resources programs, academic classes, and professional skills improvement programs, along with its active role in community education. It operates 24-hour help lines in Santa Maria, Lompoc and Santa Ynez counties in California, to provide counseling, information, referrals and access to immediate shelter. Domestic Violence Solutions is located in Santa Barbara, Calif.

Women's Economic Ventures (WEV) is a non-profit organization based in Santa Barbara, CA, dedicated to empowering women economically. Through their business classes, consulting services, and funding opportunities, WEV has assisted over 20,000 individuals in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, helping them realize their entrepreneurial dreams and achieve financial independence. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, WEV strives to uplift historically marginalized communities and address barriers to economic success. Their board of directors and CEO, comprised of passionate community leaders, work tirelessly to support women's empowerment and entrepreneurship. As a Women's Business Center and Community Development Financial Institution, WEV supports over 1,000 clients annually, making a significant impact on the local economy.Generated from the website