AWAIC

AWAIC AWAIC is dedicated to providing domestic violence safe shelter, intervention, and prevention. The AWAIC 24hr Crisis Line is 907-272-0100.

AWAIC is the largest emergency domestic violence shelter in Alaska, with 67 beds available for adults and children who have been affected by domestic violence. We also offer a 24-hour crisis and support line (907-272-0100) for anyone who needs help or is concerned about someone they care about. AWAIC strives to empower each survivor we work with to make their own positive life choices, providing e

ncouragement and support along the way. We offer a wide range of services for survivors, including individualized case management, transitional housing, education and support groups, legal advocacy, and more. AWAIC also works to prevent future domestic violence through community education. As a nonprofit organization, we couldn’t do any of this critical work without the generous support of our community!

05/27/2026

Big things are coming to AWAIC!

Thanks to an incredibly generous donation from the National Women’s Shelter Network, and transportation support from Tote Maritime Alaska, the interior of the AWAIC Safe Shelter is getting an exciting upgrade.

These improvements will help create an even more welcoming, comfortable, and healing space for survivors and families seeking safety and support.

Be sure to follow along as we share more updates and behind-the-scenes moments from this project! 💜

Make your voice heard today 💜 Read more from Star Alaska below ⬇️
05/20/2026

Make your voice heard today 💜

Read more from Star Alaska below ⬇️

05/20/2026

Here are your mid-week words of encouragement from a survivor on their healing journey at AWAIC ✨

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which is a good reminder to reflect on ways you can better support your own mental wellness and resilience.

What words of encouragement would you give your younger self?

What are some ways you can check in on a friend this month?

Remember, if you ever need professional support for your mental health, the 988 Crisis Line is always available for free, confidential support by text or call.

If you’re in an unsafe relationship or need support for domestic violence, please call the AWAIC 24-hour Crisis Line to speak to a trained advocate anytime at 907-272-0100.

Help is always available and asking for support is a sign of strength 💜

05/18/2026

Give it up for all the riders who took part in the group poker run for the 10th annual Ride AWAIC! 🏍️💜

From the first kickstands up to the final stop of the ride, your support showed up loud and clear for survivors of domestic violence. Thank you for riding with purpose, bringing the energy, and helping make this milestone year so special.

AWAIC is beyond grateful to every rider, volunteer, sponsor, and community member who came together to make this fundraiser possible.

Wow, today was incredible. We truly can’t thank our community enough for seriously showing support for the 10th year of ...
05/17/2026

Wow, today was incredible. We truly can’t thank our community enough for seriously showing support for the 10th year of Ride AWAIC hosted by

The weather also decided to show up for this special fundraiser event today ☀️

Please join us in thanking for coordinating this event each year. This wouldn’t be possible without your efforts 🩷

Huge thanks to for the fabulous live music today 🎸

Thank you for all the delicious food and drink donations from the following donors:








Thank you to the following door prize donors:





And a BIG thank you to our raffle sponsors:






We’ll be sending out many thank you’s in the coming days to all the individuals involved behind the scenes who made today a success.

Stay tune for more photos and videos to come, too 📷

For now, enjoy this snapshot of our community coming together to show survivors of domestic violence that their neighbors are there for them in times of need 💜

It’s time for Ride AWAIC! Look out for our riders heading North this morning 🏍️ Join AWAIC, The Diamond Girls Inc. and l...
05/16/2026

It’s time for Ride AWAIC! Look out for our riders heading North this morning 🏍️

Join AWAIC, The Diamond Girls Inc. and local motorcycle enthusiasts for the 10th Annual Ride AWAIC. We’re excited to spend the day with our local riders and community supporters raising awareness and support for survivors of domestic violence.

🏍️ Motorcycle riders — we’ll see you at 10 AM at 171 Muldoon Rd in North Anchorage for coffee and donuts before the group ride kicks off! If you don’t plan to join the group ride, you can still enjoy the community and live music at the afternoon festivities.

🎸 Then join us at 1:30 PM at Denali Harley-Davidson in Palmer for:
• Live music by Jen X and the Pop Rockets
• Free community cook-out
• Games & door prizes
• Motorcycle test rides in front of the store
• The AWAIC 2026 raffle drawing!

Come celebrate 10 years of Ride AWAIC with and help support survivors right here in Alaska. 💜

Visit the link in bio for full event details and addresses. Thank you!

05/14/2026

It’s true that guinea pigs can make wonderful emotional support animals, and AWAIC participants and staff got to experience this first-hand! The guinea pigs’ gentle demeanour, soft squeaks, and calm companionship can bring comfort, reduce stress, and brighten someone’s day.

AWAIC is so grateful to Juniper’s Guinea Pig Rescue for volunteering their time and bringing some adorable furry friends to visit with shelter residents and staff.

These sweet moments of connection, comfort, and joy mean so much to the survivors AWAIC serves.

Thank you, 💜

05/14/2026

Will one of these last 6 raffle tickets be yours??

We are this 🤏 close to reaching our goal of raising $10,000 for survivors of domestic violence. Ticket sales end THIS Saturday, May 16 at the 10th Annual Ride AWAIC Raffle and community cook-out.

You can help us reach our goal before Saturday by sharing this post, or buying one of the remaining raffle tickets at the link in the comments.

1️⃣ The first prize of the raffle is two round-trip flights on Alaska Airlines ✈️ No blackout dates!

2️⃣ The second prize is an Alaska Railroad and Wildlife Adventure containing tickets on the Alaska Railroad and tickets to the Alaska SeaLife Center 🦭

Thank you to everyone who’s entered the raffle so far or supported this event alongside us. You’ve helped create new beginnings for survivors at AWAIC 💜

Today deserves a huge thank you to the team from KPMG for spending their Community Impact Day with AWAIC! Volunteers hel...
05/13/2026

Today deserves a huge thank you to the team from KPMG for spending their Community Impact Day with AWAIC!

Volunteers helped clean up trash around the AWAIC Center, sorted essential toiletries, and donated $1,000 worth of hygiene supplies for the survivors AWAIC serves. Their generosity and hands-on support make a meaningful difference in creating a safe, welcoming environment for survivors and families in the community.

AWAIC is grateful for partners like KPMG who show up, give back, and help strengthen AWAIC’s mission. Thank you for making an impact with AWAIC!

If your workplace or organization would like to host a donation drive or a group volunteer event, send us a message!

This Mother’s Day, families staying in the AWAIC safe shelter were able to enjoy a delicious and comforting brunch thank...
05/11/2026

This Mother’s Day, families staying in the AWAIC safe shelter were able to enjoy a delicious and comforting brunch thanks to the incredible generosity of the Seawolf Dining Catering team 💚💛

AWAIC is so grateful for the care and kindness that went into providing such a special meal for survivors and their children.

A special thank you as well toThe Flying Dutchman Pastry Shop for the beautiful cake donation that made the day even sweeter. 🎂

Community support like this reminds survivors that they are seen, valued, and cared for. Thank you for helping make Mother’s Day feel special for families in crisis 💜

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99501

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