The DOVE Project

The DOVE Project Ending Domestic Violence - Empowering Survivors. [email protected]
www.vashondoveproject.org It was well supported by the community and was thriving.

The DOVE Project was started by locals to address the need for domestic violence support services on Vashon-Maury Island, Washington. Our goal is to provide information and resources across the Island to help survivors access services when and where they need them. We believe that this is the key to empowerment and survival. The DoVE Project also actively engages in community education on domestic

violence and educational programs for teens to promote healthy relationships right from the start. The DOVE Project serves approximately 75 individuals yearly. HISTORY:
Original research conducted by the Vashon Healthy Community Network and an ad-hoc Domestic Violence Taskforce indicated that, like everywhere, Vashon is not immune to domestic violence. Without services available on the Island, survivors’ needs were not being met. In early 2000, an organization called Island Domestic Violence Outreach Service (IDVOS) was providing quality domestic violence services on Vashon Island, Washington. The organization imploded in a scandal that shook the Island - the Executive Director was charged and convicted of embezzling money. At that time, approximately 75 individuals per year were receiving services. IDVOS closed in 2005. In 2006, DAWN, a domestic violence service provider serving South King County, was asked by the County Executive to step in and provide services. They did so for two years, serving 75 individuals in their last year on Vashon. They were unable to continue due to insufficient funding from King County. It was an inefficient service model to send an advocate from Seattle to Vashon. Data from King County showed that fewer than 15 Islanders received services through off-Island King County providers. The reason for this decline is simple: survivors cannot easily evade their abusers long enough to leave Vashon to access services and the ferry system is cost prohibitive. The timeline of service provision illustrates succinctly that for Vashon Island survivors, services had to be provided on-Island to be effective. As it was too costly for DAWN to provide services here, it is also too costly for Islanders to commute via ferry for services.

Thank you Vashon for an AH-mazing Pride Street Dance last Friday. We hope you enjoyed the celebration, dancing, smiles a...
06/12/2026

Thank you Vashon for an AH-mazing Pride Street Dance last Friday. We hope you enjoyed the celebration, dancing, smiles and community support.

Cast your vote for Jazzy!🍓🐾DOVE’s official candidate for Unofficial Mayor of Vashon Island! 🐾🍓Every $1 donated = 1 vote ...
06/12/2026

Cast your vote for Jazzy!

🍓🐾DOVE’s official candidate for Unofficial Mayor of Vashon Island! 🐾🍓

Every $1 donated = 1 vote for Jazzy and supports The Vashon DOVE Project’s work with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, including advocacy, trauma-informed mental health care, legal support, and youth prevention education.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for Pride Street Dance!! 🌈
06/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Pride Street Dance!! 🌈

DOVE’s fifth annual Pride Street Dance brought color, rainbows and celebration to the heart of Vashon on Friday, June 5.

06/05/2026

Vashon Pride June 2026

Friday, June 5th: 5th Annual Pride Street Dance at the Vashon Theatre from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Q***r Culture Couture Fashion Show at 6:00pm

Wednesday, June 10th: Wacky Wednesdays: Pride at the Senior Center at 1:00pm. Owl House Pride Watch Party at Orbit Youth Space at 6:15pm.

Saturday, June 20th: Pride Songs & Stories with Sylvia O’Stayformore at Open Space for Arts & Community at 11am.

Today is the DAY!!!
06/05/2026

Today is the DAY!!!

We can't wait to see the Vashon Community come out to the Pride Street Dance tomorrow! This free joyful celebration is a...
06/04/2026

We can't wait to see the Vashon Community come out to the Pride Street Dance tomorrow!

This free joyful celebration is a beautiful reminder of what makes our island community so special: connection, inclusion, love, and showing up for one another. There will be community partners offering free haircuts, face painting and more.

Friday, June 5, 2026
5:30pm - 8pm
Vashon Theater - Front of Theater

Here are a few photos from past years as we look forward to celebrating together again tomorrow.

See you there, Vashon!

Happy Pride Month! 🌈This Pride Month, The DOVE Project celebrates the strength, dignity, and joy of the LGBTQIA+ commun...
06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month! 🌈
This Pride Month, The DOVE Project celebrates the strength, dignity, and joy of the LGBTQIA+ community.

At DOVE, we believe every person deserves to be safe, supported, and seen. Pride is more than a celebration. It is a reminder that everyone deserves love without fear, relationships rooted in respect, and access to support that honors their full humanity.

We are 11 days away from PRIDE Street Dance. Join us for this free community-wide celebration.June 55:30 - 8pmVashon The...
05/25/2026

We are 11 days away from PRIDE Street Dance.
Join us for this free community-wide celebration.

June 5
5:30 - 8pm
Vashon Theater - Front of Theater

You don't want to miss it!

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re sharing a Q&A series with our Clinical Director to help break down myths, offer...
05/25/2026

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re sharing a Q&A series with our Clinical Director to help break down myths, offer support, and encourage more compassionate conversations around mental health.

Swipe through to read her full response and learn why support, connection, therapy, community, and coping tools are all valid forms of care. 💚

Mental health deserves attention, compassion, and support, just like physical health.

🍓🐾 Meet Jazzy, DOVE’s official candidate for Unofficial Mayor of Vashon Island! 🐾🍓Meet Jazzy - part Australian Shepherd,...
05/22/2026

🍓🐾 Meet Jazzy, DOVE’s official candidate for Unofficial Mayor of Vashon Island! 🐾🍓

Meet Jazzy - part Australian Shepherd, full-time advocate. While she can't cast a ballot, she's campaigning for what matters: a Vashon where every survivor finds dignity, voice, and hope. Jazzy proudly represents the Vashon DOVE Project - championing survivor services, youth education, and trauma-informed care for our island community. Big issues. Tiny paws. Enormous heart. Vote Jazzy. Support DOVE.

Every $1 donated = 1 vote for Jazzy and supports The Vashon DOVE Project’s work with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, including advocacy, trauma-informed mental health care, legal support, and youth prevention education.

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17311 Vashon Highway SW
Vashon, WA
98070

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Monday 9:30am - 3pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3pm

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