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Carroll County's Only Lifeline for Survivors of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Human Trafficking

Providing support, advocacy, resources, education and empowerment to break cycles of violence.

Crisis: 479-981-1676 Donate Now – Every $100 Provides a Night of Safety

How We Help Survivors Escape & Rebuild

We provide critical services to help clients navigate crisis, find safety, and rebuild their lives free from violence. Wherever you are in your survivor journey, we're here to reconnect you to safety, options, and yourself—so you can rebuild.

24/7 Crisis Line

Immediate support, safety planning, and resources available day or night when you need it most.

Safe Emergency Lodging

Safe, temporary, undisclosed place to stay for a few nights while moving from crisis to planning.

Advocacy and Healing

Trained advocates accompany you on your journey through systems with trauma-informed support & counseling referrals.

Community Resources

Assistance with planning, applications, accessing community services, and achieving financial independence.

Need Help? We're Here for You

Call or text our 24/7 crisis line at 479-981-1676. If you're in immediate danger, please call 911. All services are free and confidential.

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Our Story & Mission

Just for Laura sign

The Purple Flower, established in 2014, contributes to an ecosystem of community care committed to the safety and dignity of all by providing support, advocacy, resources, education and empowerment to break cycles of violence and heal trauma from domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking in Carroll County, AR.

How We Began

On Dec 31, 2012, a young mother, Laura Aceves, lost her life trying to escape her abuser. She was murdered, with her 4 month old child left by her side. At that time, we learned there were no services for victims in the county.

The Purple Flower grew out of a response to Laura's death, so that no more people would be without help in Carroll County, AR.

Your Support Changes Lives

237

Survivors served in 2022 (+58%)

100%

Of donations stay local

130%

Increase in client needs since 2020

"The Purple Flower saved my life. When I had nowhere else to turn, they helped me find a safe place and connected me with resources to rebuild in the most challenging time. I'm now living independently, employed, and my kids are safe."

— Anonymous Survivor

You Can Be Their First Step to Safety

Victims' needs have increased 130% since 2020, and it costs an average of $900 each to serve them. We can't keep up without you! Every contribution and donation makes a difference in a client's life—and our entire community.

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Purchase essential items directly for clients and our operations.

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Volunteer With Us

Join our team of volunteers making a difference in survivors' lives.

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More Ways to Give

Donate needed supplies, invite us to speak, build our referral network & more.

Ways to Give

"I don't even want to imagine what would have happened had it not been for the Purple Flower helping me to safety and navigating all the systems we had to go through just to stay alive—and then getting back on our feet. It's amazing how impersonal and isolating such a vulnerable experience can feel like... with all the forms, interrogations, legal hoops, interviews... When I think of all the people who've helped us escape what once felt unescapable, my kids and I are especially grateful we got to stay in our community with angels, our church, and our schools."

— Anonymous Survivor

Leadership

Staff

  • Shiloh Grace, Executive Director
  • Margo Elliott, Administrator

Board of Directors

  • David Avanzino, President
  • Jewel Mlnarik, Treasurer & Secretary
  • Maressa Hernandez
  • Christine Santimore
  • Jonathan Teigan
  • Summer Gurney