CHANGE MAKERS
Be a Change Maker by joining our 2023 campaign “Honoring Our Legacy, Paving Our Future” with an impact gift to support our Annual Event fundraising drive. This can be either one-time or pledged over multiple years. Or you can make an impact through other alternative ways of giving methods, enabling SURVIVORS to thrive and grow as we move into our next chapter.
CHANGE MAKERS
Make an impact gift of $25k or more, either one-time or pledged over multiple years. Enable SURVIVORS to thrive and grow as we move into the next chapter of our 25-year legacy.
SURVIVORS has a proud 26-year legacy of Healing, Educating and Advocating for torture survivors and in 2023, we move into the next chapter of our history of taking care of the most vulnerable as they join our community. Seen below, SURVIVORS’s own Change Makers – founders the late George Falk, Kathi Anderson, and Bill Radatz met at our June 2022 Ice Cream Social. As SURVIVORS strives to expands services and staffing to keep up with the changing needs of our clients, we are seeking a new generation of Change Makers to push us forward.
To do this we have named our 2023 fundraising campaign, Honoring Our Legacy, Paving Our Future. There are also many alternative ways to give, by making a major gift (one-time or pledged over 5 years), or others such as donating appreciated stock, real estate, or even a used car. Do you have an idea about how your gift can be a “Change Maker” at SURVIVORS’ annual event this year? Just send us your contact information using the form below and our Development team will get back with you to discuss options. You may also contact our Development department directly at 619-278-2400 and ask for Scott or Janie.
Survivors is a 501(c)(3)
nonprofit organization,
Tax ID# 33-0743869
Our current IRS 990 is publicly available here on our website or on Guidestar.
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Survivors of Torture, International • PO Box 371104 San Diego CA 92137 • [email protected] • 619-278-2400 •
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 9AM - 7PM
We’re a healing resource to survivors of torture and their families without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, or economic or immigration status.
SURVIVORS can provide specialized care and support to empower you in your healing journey to become a self-sufficient and healthy member of your family and community. We are able to offer services to torture survivors and their families free of charge. Professional interpretation is available.
To find out if you qualify for services, please call us at 619-278-2400 to talk with an expert staff member.
Pro-Bono volunteer physicians perform medical evaluations for clients’ asylum cases. Physicians write medical affidavits for attorneys to present in court, documenting that there is physical evidence of torture. Medical evaluations are always done in person, either at SURVIVORS’ office or a secondary location. Interpreters are provided for this service. Applicant’s medical licenses must be up to date.
Contractors accept clients for individual, couples or family therapy on a case-by-case basis. You choose your availability and create your own schedule. Therapy sessions may occur in your office setting in the community, Survivors’ office space, in-home, or via telemedicine. SURVIVORS provides compensation for your work. We will also provide professional interpreters to work with you.
You are not alone. We’re here to help. We’re a healing resource to survivors of torture and their families without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, or economic or legal status.
SURVIVORS can provide specialized care and support to empower you in your healing journey to become a self-sufficient and healthy member of your family and community. We are able to offer services to torture survivors and their families free of charge. Professional interpretation is available.
To find out if you qualify for services, please call us at 619-278-2400 to talk with an expert staff member.
PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES
SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.
MEDICAL SERVICES
SURVIVORS’ provides support for Survivors with medical needs like finding a physician for general health care or connecting with a vision provider to receive glasses.
PSYCHOTHERAPY
SURVIVORS provides tailored individual, group, family, and couples therapy with licensed and licensed eligible mental health professionals throughout San Diego County.
PSYCHIATRY
SURVIVORS’ psychiatric services include a thorough evaluation of clients and regular follow-ups by a psychiatrist.
PROFESSIONAL INTERPRETATION
SURVIVORS facilitates professional, trauma-informed interpretation so our clients can receive services in their native language or dialect to best support their healing process and care.
HEALING CLUB
SURVIVORS offers Healing Clubs to help counter torture survivor’s feelings of shame, humiliation, and isolation. Activities have included art projects and nature walks.
AYSLUM SUPPORT
SURVIVORS coordinates medical affidavits and psychological evaluations to support our client’s asylum cases. Medical and psychological evaluations are conducted by trained professional evaluators.
ASYLUM SUPPORT
SURVIVORS coordinates medical affidavits and psychological evaluations to support our client’s asylum cases. Medical and psychological evaluations are conducted by trained professional evaluators.
CASE MANAGEMENT
Services to address essential needs such as food, clothing, and housing. We distribute blankets, backpacks and educational supplies, public transit passes, and hygiene items.
MEDICAL SERVICES
SURVIVORS’ provides support for Survivors with medical needs like finding a physician for general health care or connecting with a vision provider to receive glasses.
PSYCHIATRY
SURVIVORS’ psychiatric services include a thorough evaluation of clients and regular follow-ups by a psychiatrist.
HEALING CLUB
SURVIVORS offers Healing Clubs to help counter torture survivor’s feelings of shame, humiliation, and isolation. Activities have included art projects and nature walks.
INTERPRETERS
SURVIVORS partners with professional, trauma-informed interpreters so our clients can receive services in their native language or dialect to best support their healing process and care.
CASE MANAGEMENT
Services to address essential needs such as food, clothing, and housing. We distribute blankets, backpacks and educational supplies, public transit passes, and hygiene items.