Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence

Love should feel safe, respectful, and empowering — never controlling, isolating, or hurtful. If you’re wondering, “Is this love… or something else?” you don’t have to figure it out alone.  Reach out and get help!
Contact GCCFN at 800-800-1396 or bit.ly/GCCFN-Help

Black History Month reminds us the fight for safety, dignity, and justice continues. Black survivors often face greater barriers to protection and healing. We remain committed to listen, advocate, and provide compassionate support every day. #BlackHistoryMonth #SupportSurvivors #EndViolence

Is it even National Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit Day if @Whataburger doesn’t show up? 🍯🐔 Huge thanks for the surprise donation—our hearts (and hands) are full!

Each February, young people nationwide raise awareness about teen dating violence through Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. In MS, 12% of high school students experience sexual dating violence, higher than the national average. #RealLoveRespects #TDVAM2026 #MississippiStrong

Come join us for a fun, energizing event & support a powerful local cause! RTC5k benefits Adrienne’s House, our satellite DV shelter serving Jackson & George counties.  
https://bit.ly/GCRTC5k
•  Race begins 8AM
•  Registration: $20 before March 20,  $25 after
•  All registrants receive a t-shirt!

🩺Waypoint Forensic Clinic is excited to again partner with MSCASA to provide SANE training for RNs who want to expand their clinical expertise & make a meaningful impact in trauma-informed care.  Register at https://bit.ly/GC-SANE26

Thank you to Gautier High School FCCLA students for wearing blue for Human Trafficking Awareness Day!  #WearBlueDay #HTAM #GCCFN #EndHumanTrafficking

Today and every day, we stand with survivors - and stand ready to provide services and support to those escaping the violence of trafficking.   #WearBlueDay #HTAM #GCCFN #EndHumanTrafficking

Curious, concerned, or wanting to learn more? Join us for Coffee and Conversation — Jan 27, 1–4 PM at Jacked Up Coffee Bar! ☕ Let’s connect, ask questions, & talk about human trafficking, its impact on our community, & how we can support survivors. Coffee & pastries provided!

💙 Wear Blue for Human Trafficking Awareness 💙

Join us Monday, Jan 12 as we observe Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Wear blue, take a photo, and share it to stand with survivors and raise awareness.

Use the hashtags: #WearBlueDay #HTAM #GCCFN #EndHumanTrafficking

Happy New Year to our Coast community! Thank you for your continued support—wishing you a safe, healthy, and successful year ahead. 🎉

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, peaceful, and joyous Christmas, filled with love, kindness, and hope for the season ahead.

Happy Hanukkah! 🕎✨ May your candles burn bright, your hearts feel full, and your celebrations be filled with joy.

🎄🎅🤶 HO HO HO!  Merry Christmas &  HUGE THANK YOU to our very own Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus, Carl & Dorothy Nehlig!  These wonderful folks provide Christmas cheer to our children at the shelter each year, visiting & reading to the children, giving them a load of kindness they'll never forget. Thank you!

The holidays can be a time of added stress — and for some, that stress increases the risk of abuse. If you recognize any of these warning signs in your own life or someone you care about, please know that help is available and you deserve safety, peace, and support this season.  800-800-1396

Trees of Hope at IP Casino Resort IP Casino Resort is proud to participate in Trees of Hope, a nationwide campaign by Boyd Gaming aimed to support local non-profit organizations. Each organization decorated a beautiful holiday tree. Vote for your favorite tree now to help support this holly jolly campaign! #BoydStyle

Have you voted today? 🎄✨ Our GCCFN tree is up at the IP Casino Trees of Hope, and your daily votes can help us win $3,000 to support survivors! Vote once a day through Dec 12! 💜
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Huge thanks to Treasure Oaks Country Club for their incredible generosity and holiday spirit! 🎄❤️  Your amazing donation to our Adopt A Family program will brighten the season for so many families in our community. We’re truly grateful for your support, kindness, & commitment to making a difference.

Support survivors at no extra cost! The Mississippi ETHO program gives a dollar-for-dollar tax credit for donations to GCCFN—up to HALF your MS tax liability. Keep your tax dollars local and make real impact. Learn more: https://bit.ly/ETHO ✨

Huge thanks to Lighthouse Business & Professional Women for choosing GCCFN as the beneficiary of this year’s Holiday Baskets of Joy! 💜🎄 Your support lifts our Adopt A Family program. Attend the event, grab raffle tickets, and help spread the word! ✨

Want to help your community & support survivors? Teens 14–20 can join our Youth Advisory Board! Training: Jan 24, 9:30–2 at GCCFN. Lunch provided! 🍕 Sign up: https://bit.ly/GCCFN-YAB

Are you passionate about supporting survivors & building a safer, more compassionate community? Join our next VIRTUAL Ambassador training, held every Thurs in January from 6–8 PM, starting January 8th!
Your voice and time can change lives. 💜  
Sign up at bit.ly/GCCFN-Ambassador

It’s #GivingTuesday! 💙❤️
Today, your generosity can make a real difference for families in our community. Every gift—big or small—helps us provide essentials, stability, and hope to local families impacted by violence. Join us and spread kindness today.  Donate at: https://gcld.co/8PNyXag

We’re still searching for the right person to join our team as Client Services Manager. If you’re a compassionate leader with experience supporting survivors of abuse and violence, we’d love to hear from you.  Help us make a real, lasting impact in our community. Full listing: bit.ly/GCCFN-Job

🎅🚨 Santa’s sending out an SOS! Our Adopt A Family program still has dozens of families waiting for sponsors to brighten their Christmas. If you can help, now’s the time. 🎁✨ Adopt a family by emailing christmas@gccfn.org
 — let’s make sure no one is left behind.

Thank you to Katrina Curry & Beautify the Meek for sharing your time, talent, and kindness with the residents of Adrienne’s House. Your makeup services helped our clients feel seen, beautiful, and empowered — proving that healing shines from the inside out. 💜

We hope to see you all tomorrow at the special book signing for Tangible Grace! Proceeds from this event will help us continue providing safety, support, and advocacy for survivors in our community. Come connect, be inspired, and make a difference!

Thank you, St. John's Episcopal for selecting our Center to benefit from donations during this lovely concert and reception.  We hope to see you all there!

This holiday season, you can make a real difference for survivors of violence and their children through our Adopt-A-Family program. Your sponsorship helps provide gifts, necessities, & a little extra holiday magic for families rebuilding their lives.

Sponsor today by emailing christmas@gccfn.org.

We're seeking a compassionate & experienced Client Services Manager to lead our dedicated team in providing life-changing support to survivors of abuse & violence. If you’re driven by purpose, leadership, & the desire to make a lasting difference in your community, we want to hear from you!

Thanks to every donor to our Moonlight Masquerade silent auction this year!  Your contributions allowed us to raise funds to  continue providing life-saving services to victims of interpersonal violence. We're so grateful!