Albion Fellows Bacon Center

06/05/2026

Don’t forget to visit us tomorrow at River City Pride!

You’ll find us in the Kids’ Village alongside our friends with the Vanderburgh Humane Society.

Stop by to say hello and join in the fun. We can’t wait to see you there!

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06/05/2026

We are saddened to learn of the passing of our former board member, Lee C. Mortensen.

Lee’s father, Bruce J. Mortensen, played an integral role in Albion Fellows Bacon Center’s history. In the mid-1990s, Bruce served on our Board of Directors and helped facilitate the development of an annex that housed several of our offices, providing his expertise and services at cost. When Bruce learned that his time was limited, he asked his son, Lee, to continue his service to Albion. Lee graciously accepted, and we were honored to welcome him to our board.

Both Lee and his father served Albion with humility, kindness, and generosity. We were privileged to benefit from their leadership and dedication over the years.

Lee’s commitment to serving others extended far beyond his work with Albion. He was actively involved with numerous nonprofit organizations throughout our community, making a lasting impact on countless lives through his compassion and service. His contributions to Evansville and the people who call it home will not be forgotten.

Lee will be deeply missed by all of us at Albion Fellows Bacon Center, as well as by the many individuals and organizations whose lives he touched.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

View Lee C. Mortensen's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

06/05/2026

We’re deeply grateful to receive a Community Good Grant from the Community Foundation in support of Albion Fellows Bacon Center’s Flex Funding Program.

This funding will provide survivors of domestic and sexual violence with flexible resources to access critical help with housing costs, transportation, childcare, and legal needs, removing immediate barriers to safety and stability. Through trauma-informed advocacy and survivor-driven care, Albion's flex funding program empowers individuals and families to build safe, independent futures.

Thank you Vanderburgh Community Foundation and Community Foundation Alliance for investing in hope, stability, and lasting change in our community.

06/03/2026

Help us keep our kitchen well-stocked and ready to support and serve our guests! 🍴

We are currently accepting donations of new or gently used pots and pans to help support meal preparation for guests in our shelter. Feel free to send us a message or call (812) 422-9372 to schedule a time to drop off!

Your generous support allows us to continue providing a safe and welcoming space for all who enter our doors! 💜

06/02/2026

We're so excited to be part of the River City Pride festival this Saturday! 🌈

Stop by our booth in the Kids' Village to participate in our Pride Pal Adoptions activity, alongside our friends with the Humane Society. Families can adopt a stuffed Pride Pal while celebrating kindness, inclusion, and support for all.

📅 When: June 6th, 2026

📍 Where: Downtown Evansville

Be sure to stop by and say hello to our team while you’re there!

06/02/2026

Help us make a lasting impact in the lives of survivors and families in our community by joining our volunteer team.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping us provide support, advocacy, and resources to those who need them most. Whether you have a few hours to give each month or are looking for a more regular opportunity, there are many ways to make a difference.

Interested in joining our volunteer team? Review the opportunities below and sign up for an upcoming Volunteer Orientation to learn more about how you can get involved.

We can't wait to meet you! 💜

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06/01/2026

This Pride Month and every month, Albion remains committed to creating a community where all individuals are treated with dignity, respect, and belonging.

We proudly support and advocate for people of all identities, and we strive to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors feels safe, welcomed, and celebrated. 🌈

06/01/2026

This weekend, our staff members, Shelby and Taelor, were proud to represent Albion Fellows Bacon Center at the Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana Mental Wellness Experience!

This inspiring event focused on promoting mental wellness through engaging activities that encouraged creativity, built confidence, and fostered resilience among young people. We were honored to connect with so many incredible Girl Scouts, families, and community partners who are dedicated to empowering the next generation.

A special thank-you to Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana for inviting us to be part of this impactful event.💚✨

05/27/2026

Albion Fellows Bacon Center is honored to be one of the six local organizations making up The Good Samaritan Home, Inc. Foundation's first grantee cohort.

Albion is purposefully different from other grantees in this first cycle, and we are grateful to The Good Samaritan Foundation for recognizing Albion’s ability to move the needle on housing instability through innovative partnership and meaningful investment in affordable housing solutions.

We're thrilled to receive $15,000 in program support from Good Sam to strengthen housing stability services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and stalking. This funding will enhance our flex funding program, providing immediate, flexible financial assistance for urgent needs such as rent, utilities, deposits, and other housing barriers. Because financial abuse is present in nearly all domestic violence cases, many survivors lack the resources needed to safely leave an abusive situation, making housing one of the most significant obstacles.

In addition to addressing these immediate needs, these funds will support housing navigation case management for survivors, helping them access and maintain safe, stable housing, as well as outreach and awareness efforts to ensure survivors know where to turn for help. By removing urgent barriers and expanding access to support, survivors can focus on healing and building long-term independence rather than short-term survival.

We are deeply grateful to The Good Samaritan Foundation for investing in safety, stability, and hope for survivors in our community. 💜

📸Photo credit: The Good Samaritan Foundation

05/26/2026

A huge thank you to Lamar Advertising of Evansville for recognizing Albion Fellows Bacon Center as this month’s Community Champion! 💜

We are incredibly grateful for your support and for helping shine a light on the work being done to serve survivors and strengthen our community. Thank you for standing beside us and believing in our mission!

🌟 May Community Champion Spotlight 🌟

This month, we proudly recognize Albion Fellows Bacon Center as our May Community Champion, nominated by our Account Executive, Jon Luttrull, for their incredible work supporting survivors and strengthening our community.

Albion Fellows Bacon Center’s mission is to disrupt the cycle of domestic and sexual violence through survivor-centered advocacy and unwavering support. Through prevention education, they help create communities intolerant of violence, stigma, and silence.

Their impact reaches across 11 counties in Southwestern Indiana, including Vanderburgh, Posey, Warrick, Spencer, Perry, Dubois, Gibson, Pike, Orange, Crawford, and Harrison counties.

The center provides a vital on-site emergency shelter program featuring 12 rooms and 48 beds for individuals fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or stalking. Their focus is empowering survivors to regain independence and build lives free from violence.

💚 How Can You Help?

Current shelter donation needs include:
• Pots & pans
• Cooking and baking sheets
• Silverware
• Towels

You can also support them through their Amazon Wishlist:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1EKLH98IVPWNU/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex?utm_source=chatgpt.com

🎯 Vote for Albion Fellows Bacon Center through the Target Circle Community Giving Program now through June 30th!

Step 1: Choose “My Target” in the Target app or “Account” on Target.com

Step 2: Tap “Cast votes”

Step 3: Find Albion Fellows Bacon Center & vote!

Every vote makes a difference and helps Albion receive important funding to continue their services.

📍 Upcoming Community Events:
• Community table at the Pride Kids' Village — June 6
• Juneteenth Celebration at Bayard Park — June 19

Thank you, Albion Fellows Bacon Center, for the compassion, advocacy, and hope you bring to our community every day. 💚