OUR MISSION
Providing P.E.A.C.E.
The Mission of The Women’s Center is provide programs and services in Marquette and Alger Counties that Protect, Educate, Advocate, Counsel, and Empower
The Women’s Center believes that every individual is entitled to dignity and respect, and that women and men should be treated equally under the law and by society in general. No individual should be discriminated against or limited by society based on age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, career choice, sexual orientation, or other circumstances of legitimate life choices.
The Women’s Center advocates for change in the larger society to eliminate bias and to enhance the ability of all individuals to be fully functioning members of society. The Women’s Center provides services in a non-judgmental and supportive manner to individuals as they make decisions for their lives.
Protecting
24/7 Acute Intervention Services
Safe Emergency Shelter
Personal Protection Orders
Educating
24/7 Information Line
Referral Services
Workshops and Training
Advocating
Resource Support
Victim Housing Activism
Court Support
Counseling
24/7 Help Line
Individual Counseling
Support Groups
Empowering
24/7 Resource Line
Housing Assistance
Legal Consultation
Meet Our Director
Beth Casady
I have been involved with the organization for over fifteen years as a supporter and as a former board member. I have always had a passion for equality and fairness in our world, particularly with women and children, which is one of the reasons I love my work here. The people I get to work with here are refreshing, dynamic, and committed to helping people who have domestic or sexual violence in their lives. They are wonderful, giving people. I feel that we make a difference in the world for the clients that we touch and that is very rewarding. It is never a dull moment in our world!
Meet Our Board
JoAnne Garrow
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST
Greg Eckert
BRICKLAYER, RETIRED
Dennis Roubal
FINANCIAL PLANNER
John Centko
DEPARTMENT HEAD FOR TECHNOLOGY & OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCES, NMU
Marlene Mottes
ALGER COUNTY RESIDENT
Wendy Rautio
SR. ACCOUNT, UPPCO
Abigail Kauffman Wyche
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, DEPARTMENT HEAD OF SOCIAL WORK, NMU
Brianna Sartin
NMU STUDENT, MARKETING MAJOR NMU
Lucy Grove
HR DIRECTOR, RANGE BANK
Mary Moe
OPERATIONS MANAGER, MARQUETTE CO-OP
News Bulletin
Sarah Barnes, on the left, from NMU’s Student Nurses Association, dropped off a carload (literally) of supplies for our shelter and clients. Thank you so much!!
Anna Dravland surprised us yesterday with gift cards for our shelter and our office. Spread Goodness Day & Embers Credit Union #givenowchallenge It was thrilling for us! #lovemarquette Thank you!!!!#upperpeninsulamichigan #yooperstrong #DayOfGiving2021
Today, on the Day of Giving, we picked up a nice big check from Ladies' Night that the Marquette DDA sponsored, along with its wonderful membership shops... plus a great collection of much needed supplies for our shelter, Harbor House, from people who participated in Ladies' Night. Thank you to all who came and purchased a Passport or donated a supply, it is much appreciated. #downtownmarquette #womenscenterinc #marquettemichigan #marquettecounty #marquettemi
Happy Thanksgiving!
We have much to be thankful for. Our offices in all locations will be closed on Thursday & Friday, but our shelter never closes and our 24/7 Support Line is ALWAYS AVAILABLE. Call 1-906-226-6611. WE ARE HERE FOR YOU.
We will be open on Monday, November 30, all locations. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! #womenscenterinc #munisingmichigan #marquettemichigan #ishpemingmi #negaunee #algercountymichigan #marquettecounty #wearehere
Happy Thanksgiving!
We have much to be thankful for. Our offices in all locations will be closed on Thursday & Friday, but our shelter never closes and our 24/7 Support Line is ALWAYS AVAILABLE. Call 1-906-226-6611. WE ARE HERE FOR YOU.
We will be open on Monday, November 30, all locations. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
We are looking to add a full-time Housing Advocate for our transitional supportive housing program. This is a hands-on case management position that works closely with people and their families in the program. If you are interested, go to our website and check out the job description! We offer health insurance, dental & vision insurance, PTO, and 13 paid holidays
wcmqt.org/employment/
If you have are a DV or SA survivor and the WC assisted you in the past you are willing to share your story with the makers of a video about the WC, please contact me, Beth, at 225-1346. Thanks!
Thank you Vanlandshoot & Sons for your donation to the Women's Center! We serve both Alger and Marquette!
We are proud to be a member of the Alger Chamber of Alger County Chamber of Commerce/Greater Munising Bay Partnership
Domestic and sexual violence is a leading cause of homelessness for women and children, and the need for safe and affordable housing is one of the most pressing concerns for survivors of violence and abuse. Many survivors face unique barriers to accessing shelter and affordable housing due to the power and control dynamics involved in these types of abuse and the economic and trauma impacts that result. The Women's Center works with Room At The Inn to assure DV and SA victims are sent our way. We have a Transitional Supportive Housing program for qualified individuals, but it limited in how many we can serve, unfortunately.
May God bless each and every one of you, that are a part of this wonderful organization. I know somebody that has benefitted from your hard and unending work. May you stay healthy and strong, and never give up on your endeavors to help make better lives for those that need the help. Thank you. <3
In recognition of Veteran’s Day on Nov. 11, all Women’s Center offices will be closed.
Our 24/7 support line is always available 1-906-226-6611. WE ARE HERE.
Thank you to Huron Mountain Bakery for their support during DVAM with Donuts Against Domestic Violence - they raised a lot of money for our programs!
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO BOUGHT AND ATE DONUTS ON OUR BEHALF!!!!
Domestic Violence is the leading cause of homelessness and housing instability. Join us on Saturday in our walk with our local partners to raise awareness of homelessness in our local area.
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We now are offering a 24/7 (that's right 24 hours a day, 7 days a week) information hotline for individuals who might be in a position to utilize our services at RATI and need to become a guest at the Warming Center.
This hotline remains open to provide support and information for those who may be transitioning into homelessness.
**** PLEASE WE ASK THAT THIS HOTLINE IS ONLY USED FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO NEED INFORMATION ON BECOMING A GUEST IN OUR PROGRAM. PLEASE DO NOT USE THE HOTLINE FOR DONATIONS, GENERAL QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ON HOW TO VOLUNTEER, ETC.****
We need this hotline to remain open for individuals who need assistance. Thank you so much!
This was fabulous and so needed for us! Thank you again Mary Moe and United Way of Marquette County!!Our shoppers had a great time getting the basic needs items their nonprofits need most! Thank you Meijer for having us!
The Women's Center, Negaunee Senior Citizens Center, Bay Cliff Health Camp
#uwmqt #BasicNeeds #shoppingspree #winners
Timeline photosTomorrow from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. (or until supplies last) the Feeding America Mobile Food truck will be at the Northern Michigan University Berry Events Center parking lot in Marquette. This food drive will be in a “drive through” format, meaning you can stay inside your vehicle as volunteers bring you items from the food truck. We hope to see you there!
We are so thankful for Mary Moe selecting the WC for the $500 shopping spree at Meijer tomorrow- thank you Mary Moe and United Way of United Way of Marquette County!Congratulations to our winning agencies!
$500: The Women's Center selected by Mary Moe
$125: Negaunee Senior Citizens Center selected by Amy Mattson
$125: Bay Cliff Health Camp selected by Chandler Jones
Stay tuned for pictures of the shopping fun at Meijer tomorrow!
#uwmqt #BasicNeeds #shoppingspree #winners
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State and federal funding covers two-thirds of the annual operating costs including all of the programs and staff who provide direct client services. None of that funding though is used to cover costs of having Harbor House, marketing our services, educational materials, or the offices in Marquette or Munising for domestic and sexual violence crisis support and advocacy.
This is paid through individual and corporate donations, community grants, third party fundraisers, Women’s Center, Inc. annual fundraisers, and our through revenue that is generated from our resale shop, Pak Ratz.
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Visit our Thrift Shop at 1310 S. Front Street between 10:00am and 5:00pm, Monday – Friday or 10:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday.
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