The Rising Phoenix Decatur is a grassroots movement in Decatur, Illinois, uniting neighbors to support survivors of domestic violence and nurture resilient youth in trauma-affected homes. Through trauma-informed programming, emergency resources, and intergenerational healing initiatives, we provide survivors and youth with safety, skills, and support to break cycles of violence. Our youth empowerment programs build confidence and leadership, while our community network creates lasting change. Together, we rise from adversity to hope.
Current Mutual Aid Projects
These are the current mutual aid projects I'm working on in Decatur, Illinois. As this group grows, I'll be adding more. If you have a mutual aid project that you'd like my help with, please email me. I'm always looking for ways to help my neighbors!
Proudly Supported by Special Little Whiskers Kitten Rescue!
The Rising Phoenix is proudly sponsored by Special Little Whiskers Kitten Rescue!
Together we:
- Comfort & empower survivors through cat-assisted healing programs
- Provide rescue cats with love and care
- Build a safer Decatur for all living beings
"From whiskers to wings - we're transforming trauma into hope, together."
(100% of adoption fees fund veterinary care, shelter operations, and community programming.)
Proudly Supported by Bre's Peephole Designs!
The Rising Phoenix is proudly sponsored by Special Little Whiskers Kitten Rescue!
Together we:
- Comfort & empower survivors through cat-assisted healing programs
- Provide rescue cats with love and care
- Build a safer Decatur for all living beings
"From whiskers to wings - we're transforming trauma into hope, together."
(100% of adoption fees fund veterinary care, shelter operations, and community programming.)
Digital Mutual Aid Group
This Facebook group group is maintained by The Rising Phoenix Decatur, a grassroots movement supporting survivors of domestic violence and building community resilience
Have something you need? Don't be afraid to ask! (You don't have to be involved with domestic violence to ask.)
Have something you don't need? Don't be too shy to offer!
Little Free Library (Online Edition)
Explore our collection of free PDF books—because education should be accessible to all. Here you'll find:
• Essential resources on domestic violence awareness and recovery
• Frequently banned books that challenge, inspire, and provoke thought
We also believe censorship has no place in education. If you're here to expand minds rather than limit them, you're in the right place.
All materials are in the public domain—take what you need, share what you can. Enjoy!
(If you find a book you'd like to add, please email me the PDF file!)
Decatur Period Pride: Breaking the Stigma
Join us each June in supporting women in need throughout the month of June! Your donations of pads, tampons, or liners will provide dignity and comfort to clients of New Vision Food Bank and Dove Domestic Violence Shelter. With 1 in 4 women struggling to afford period products, your contribution—whether dropped off at KC Finds (2809 N. Main St, Decatur), or ordered via our Amazon Wishlist—directly fights period poverty in our community. Let's work together to help ensure no woman in Decatur goes without these essential supplies.
Links worth noting!
- All funds raised by Bre's Peephole Designs go to support this mission. You can find them in stall 24 at KC Finds.
- Sarcastic Humorous US Political news for you!
- There's also a special edition just for Decatur, IL
- Decatur, we need to speak up loud. Signing these petitions is one way to do so!
- Looking to adopt a cat? Look no further than Special Little Whiskers. They rescue kittens with special needs. After helping them get healthy in a way that's affordable to new pet owners, they are then available to be adopted.
- Supported by Zen Peacemakers chaplaincy fellowship
- Just Dharma Talks | Buddhism in action for times like today!
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