OUR IMPACT
VSC's trauma-informed services help victims of crime gain hope, resilience and healing so that they can regain their power and resume their daily lives.
VSC's mission is to provide advocacy and counseling for all who have been affected by sexual violence and other crimes against the person and to promote prevention and awareness in the community through education.
Services and Education Programs
FY 2024-25
1,255
people received immediate help from VSC's 24-hour hotline
887
survivors of sexual assault received services
1,342
victims of other crime received services from VSC
74
victims received in-person accompaniment by a VSC victim advocate for rape kit exams in Montgomery County
208
victims received in-person accompaniment from a VSC advocate to court hearings in Montgomery County
95
victims received counseling and therapy from VSC counselors
24
victims were assisted with filing for orders of protection from sexual violence and intimidation
219
clients received help from VSC in applying for Victim Compensation Assistance Program Funds
$160,408
received for VSC clients through Pennsylvania's Victim Compensation Assistance Program
Education Programs
FY 2024-25
Our education services exemplify our vision to create a world free from violence. Prevention programs provide education, awareness, and risk reduction.
414
prevention and awareness programs presented to schools, colleges, universities, senior centers and institutions reached 8,219 recipients
256
professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC
127
law enforcement professionals in Montgomery County received training from VSC