Purple Reign – Live Drag Show!
We can’t wait for you to join us for a night of celebrating the beautiful diversity that IS Northwest Arkansas!
How to Help a Friend Who Is Experiencing Abuse
If you believe your friend, family member, or someone you know may be experiencing abuse, but they have yet to confide in you, it is important to note that it can be difficult for a victim to come forward and ask for help. Many survivors find it very difficult to...
Fresh StART 2020
Fresh StART is the signature fundraising event for the Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter. This year we're hosting a virtual event where you can party from the comfort of your own home with an evening of games, music, hors d’oeuvres, and drinks centered on an auction...
NWAWS Valentine’s Benefit Drag Show
February is the month of love, and we recognize that love shouldn't hurt. Someone you care about and who claims to care about you should build you up, encourage you, and support you. With 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men experiencing abuse, for so many individuals, "love"...
As Abuse Increases, We Need You!
Home: a place to gather with those you love around a table and share a meal. A place to sit in the living room floor and play card games while sharing a bowl of popcorn. A place to lay your head down at night and rest, immune from the concerns of the world. But what...
5 Ways to Save Up for Giving Tuesday!
Did you know that 20 people every minute are abused in the U.S.? Would you consider giving $20 this Tuesday in honor of Giving Tuesday? Below are 5 ideas on things to cut out over the next week or the beginning of next month that will give you the spare cash to donate...
The Intersection of Passion and Pain
In my short time working at the Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter so far, I have had the honor of listening to survivors of domestic violence share their stories. For example, the survivor who remembers not being able to enjoy eating out with her friend at her...
NWAWS Enrichment Center
Artist Piece: Parchment
About The Artist: Dana Hill - Dr. Dana Hill is an Arkansas native and currently lives in Bella Vista, Arkansas. She began her journey in "art" in recent years and briefly studied under artist Beverly McLarty Burrows. For Dana, art is a hobby and a way to connect to...
Artist Piece: Stratosphere
About The Artist: Serina Faist - Serina Faist is an artist from Bentonville that concentrates in acrylic, mixed media and photography. Color is a huge inspiration in her artistic style because it evokes emotion. Serina draws her inspiration from Rothko, Louise...
Artist Piece: Lavender Feather
About The Artist: Lucy Kelley - Lucy Kelley is an Arkansas native residing in Bentonville, AR. She has a heart to support the NWA Women's Shelter and their mission. She has enjoyed the artistic offerings of the community in Northwest Arkansas. Medium: Print of Water...
Client Piece: Destiny
Unnamed Client Size: 12" x 16" Support fresh starts and purchase this art piece for a suggested donation of $20.