The Southeastern Family Violence Center (SFVC) has been a steadfast pillar of support for individuals and families seeking a path toward safety and peace for over 40 years. Our mission is rooted in the belief that every person has the right to self-determination, safety, and a life free from violence. Survivors of intimate partner and family violence deserve a space that is secure, respectful, and free from judgment, where they can identify their own needs and make informed choices about their future.

SFVC's core victim services offer a range of essential supports, including safe housing, a 24-hour crisis helpline, crisis counseling, advocacy, support groups, assistance with obtaining domestic violence protective orders, court accompaniment, legal advocacy, a domestic violence intervention program, and community education initiatives. These services have been crucial in helping survivors rebuild their lives with dignity and support.

In 2024, we introduced Choosing Home, a new housing program aimed at addressing a critical gap in our community's services. While our Rapid Re-Housing program provides assistance to individuals facing homelessness, Choosing Home specifically targets those at risk of homelessness due to unstable housing situations. Alongside our Safe@Home program and standard Rapid Re-Housing services, we have enhanced our ability to support individuals facing varying levels of housing instability. Additionally, we continue to offer in-house clinical services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in our community.

For over four decades, SFVC has remained committed to an empowerment-based approach, equipping individuals with the tools and options to determine their own best path forward. As we look to 2025, we are excited to continue our comprehensive work and expand our impact. A key milestone for us in the coming year is the planned relocation to our new permanent administration building at 108 W. 8th Street, contingent upon securing the necessary funding. This move will further enhance our ability to provide vital services and continue our mission of support and empowerment for those who need it most.

*Our goal at SFVC is to strengthen the family because we believe strong families build strong communities. *

SFVC Quick Facts 2024

• Services were provided for 1380 individuals

•  18.6% of individuals were male

• 11.6% were children under 17 and 8.2% were elders over 60

• 34.9% of individuals and families served self-identified as African-American, 34.4 % as American Indian, 18.2% as Caucasian, 6.7% as Hispanic, 5.1% as Other and .7% as Asian.

• 50.6% of individuals and families served were from the Lumberton area, 8.7% from Pembroke, 4.3% Fairmont, 3.6% from St. Pauls, 6.7% from Maxton, 3.8% Red Springs, 3.5% Rowland, and 4.4% from other communities within our county, 13.9% from other communities outside of Robeson County, and 0.5 % were Homeless.

• 68 adults and 61 children used our safe house to escape an abusive relationship.

• 2868 nights of safe shelter were provided to victims of domestic violence and homeless individuals.

• Rapid Re-Housing housed 10 families and assisted a total 14 families.

• Our new housing program ChoosingHome housed 12 families and assisted a total of 27 families.

• Safe@Home housed 25 families and assisted a total 41 families.

• Our Court Advocate advocated 1068 times for clients in court.

• Volunteers and Interns provided 2916 hours of service to individuals, families and the agency at no-cost.



We rely on the support of our community to keep our doors open. We are grateful for all local contributions and in-kind donations. Your support of peace in our community through Southeastern Family Violence Center’s work is deeply appreciated.