For nearly 50 years, Casa Myrna has been a lifeline for survivors of domestic and dating violence — providing shelter, advocacy, counseling, and the support needed to rebuild lives.
Today, significant government funding cuts are interrupting this vital continuum of care. Our Continuity Campaign is asking private donors to close the government funding gap and ensure that our life-saving programs continue without disruption.
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Most recently, Casa Myrna is facing a $600,000 cut in federal funding from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) starting in July. This amount is far higher than we originally expected, and this loss will directly impact Casa Myrna services that survivors rely on every day. We will lose funds for homelessness prevention, legal advocacy, crisis intervention, and counseling services.
In light of the fact that federal funding to victim service programs is no longer reliable, the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) introduced the TRUST Fund, a permanent line in the state budget. This line item would provide $13.8 million in funding for fiscal year 2027 to Casa Myrna and other organizations across Massachusetts that support survivors.
The line item was not adopted into the FY27 budget, and although there is a continued opportunity for inclusion in the supplemental budget in the fall, Casa Myrna must adjust its budget now to account for this 38% reduction in VOCA funding.
By stepping in, you help sustain safety, hope, and healing for hundreds of survivors and their families. Your generosity keeps safety, hope, and healing alive.
