Make a Donation

Use the button above to donate via credit/debit.

Your contributions will change lives by providing survivors with the resources they need to reach their full potential. Regardless of how much you contribute, your generosity will support survivors in providing stability and safety in their lifetime.

Reasons to Support DAWN

  • The incidence of abuse in the Deaf community is much greater than in the hearing community.

  • Established in 1999, DAWN is the only resource in the DC area that provides specialized services and access to Deaf survivors of abuse as well as preventative outreach.

  • We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible and goes a long way to supporting our programs. Our Tax ID is 52-2192100.

Ways to Give a Monetary Donation

  • Debit/Credit (Use “Donate Online” button)

  • Check (payable to DAWN, send to DAWN, 1140 3rd Street NE, 2nd Floor, Washington, DC 20002)

  • CashApp ($DawnDeaf)

  • Amazon Wish List

Other Ways to Support DAWN

  • Encourage another to donate.

  • Give your time to DAWN and volunteer to help us with events.

  • Buy something for DAWN through Amazon Wish List!

  • Attend our events. DAWN’s annual fundraising gala is called B.O.O.T.S. Go there to give support! We also hold smaller gatherings throughout the year. Visit our Events section for more information.

  • Donate Gift cards/Food Cards: Info@Deafdawn.org.

  • Join the DAWN’s Village is a giving project designed to provide support and sponsor surviving families with basic necessities. (eg., Donate gifts for families during the holiday, hosting a birthday party, or bring decoration to the baby shower). If you are interested to participate in, please contact Info@Deafdawn.org.