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Offering temporary refuge for survivors of domestic violence, their children, and even their pets. We provide a safe, supportive environment with food, shelter, and 24/7 crisis support.
Started on March 1st 1978, Safe Haven Shelter (formerly known as the Women’s Coalition) has grown into a 55-bed facility that houses a 24/7 hotline as well as community education and volunteer programs. Safe Haven Resource Center is the headquarters for our legal advocacy program, self-sufficiency program, and community partnerships.
In 2015 Safe Haven received a grant from the Minnesota Historical Society’s Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund to record the history of the organization. Ten interviews were conducted in early 2015 with women who had been involved with the original organization of the Women’s Coalition, the establishment of the first and later shelter facilities, and others who were closely linked as a volunteers, staff or employees of associated organizations. The project generated over eleven hours of audio files and 181 pages of interview transcripts. Video of a few of the interviews was also recorded. Interview files are housed in the UMD Archives and Special Collections at the Kathryn A. Martin Library at the University of Minnesota, Duluth.
Our Board of Directors brings together community leaders dedicated to advancing our mission of safety, support, and hope for survivors. With diverse expertise and shared commitment, they guide our vision, ensure accountability, and help us build a stronger, more compassionate future.
Safe Haven Shelter and Resource Center primarily serve a seven county, including St. Louis, Koochiching, Aitkin, Lake, Carlton, Itasca and Cook counties. We provide services and education for more than 2,000 adults and children annually. We also accept referrals from other regions.
