Professional Development Workshop
2024-10-14 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-10-21 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | MCWC THe Woodlands, 1600 Lake Front Circle Suite 130, Spring, TX, 77380, United States

5th Annual Flowers On The Lake
2024-10-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park, 1776 Freedom Bldv, Conroe, TX, 77301
We are honored to invite the community to stand with us in a unified voice to show our support for victims/ survivors of domestic violence.

Please park at the Montgomery County Memorial Library and walk over.

THIS IS A FREE COMMUNITY EVENT, however donations and sponsorships are greatly appreciated. Sponsorships will be used to offset event costs including: flowers/ decor, DJ, photography/ videography, etc. All additional donations will be given to Montgomery County Women’s Center to assist them in continuing to provide FREE services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in our community.

DONATIONS AND SPONSORSHIP LINK: igfn.us/form/qI7A9w

GO PURPLE DAY
2024-10-17 06:00 - 23:00 | TX
Purple Thursday or “Go Purple Day” is a national day of action each October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Everyone is encouraged to wear all things purple as a symbol of peace, courage, survival, honor, and personal dedication to domestic violence awareness.

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, put on your purple and stand up against family violence.

Send a photo of you, your family, a group of friends or coworkers all wearing purple and be featured on our social media!!!

Email to: Melanie J@mcwctx.org

Sip & Shop Event
2024-10-17 12:00 - 18:00 | J. McLaughlin, 9595 Six Pines Dr, Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States

CoffeeTalk LIVE on Facebook: Honoring Texas Victims
2024-10-21 09:00 - 09:30 | TX
Join us every Monday Morning LIVE on Facebook in October we discuss a new topic in Honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
JOIN US on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/mcwctx
In this LIVE we will breakdown the 2023 TCFV Honoring Texas Victims Report. We agonize over homicides not included in the report for technical reasons; as a result, we know the real number is higher.
Their lives reflected the richness and diversity of our state, and their deaths represent an incalculable loss to their families and
communities. In their memory, we publish a record of the narratives of intimate partner homicide victims and offer this report as an analysis of demographics and risk factors to identify potential systemic gaps for survivor safety and offer holistic approaches to addressing domestic violence in Texas communities. In addition, this analysis provides a critical lens that examines domestic violence issues in the state, as well as tools and strategies for predicting lethality and preventing violence.
Other topics this month include:
October 7th- Domestic Violence and Pets A Barrier to Leaving
October 14th- Myths vs. Facts
October 21th- TCFV Report 2023
October 28th- TCFV Report 2023 -Spanish

Countywide Training
2024-10-25 08:30 - 16:30 | SHSU- Woodlands Center, 3380 College Park Dr, Woodlands, 77384, United States
REGISTER HERE: igfn.us/form/d3eORA

CoffeeTalk LIVE on Facebook: Honoring Texas Victims (Spanish)
2024-10-28 09:00 - 09:30 | TX

REGISTRATION OPEN: Share-A-Family & Shelter Santa Holiday Program
2024-11-01 08:00 - 2024-12-13 17:00 | 1401 Airport Rd, Conroe TX 77301
Every year, we provide an opportunity to bring joy to a family that’s holiday season looks and sounds a little different. Through our Holiday Program, our shelter residents and community families who have experienced domestic abuse are able to have some normalcy during the holidays through gifts donated by generous sponsors.
Whether you are participating with coworkers or with family, this program is a great opportunity to start a conversation about domestic violence and how it effect’s individuals in our community and gives you an opportunity to show survivors support during an often challenging time of year.
You can support the program by sponsoring a family or individual, hosting a giving tree, or making a monetary donation.
For three wonderful days in December, over 100 clients and families receive gifts, homemade cookies and hugs. They are overwhelmed by the generosity of strangers who provide holiday gifts for their families. If not for the compassion of the individuals and the companies who graciously adopt them, the holidays would be no different than any other day on the calendar. This event is made possible by the many generous donors who sponsor families or make cash donations.
Thank you for making the season magical for all!
For more information on this program contact (936) 441-4044 ext. 45 or email volunteer@mcwctx.org.

DOWNLOAD THE FLYER HERE: HOLIDAY WISHLIST

Support Groups (Nov 4- Nov 8)
2024-11-04 08:00 - 2024-11-08 17:00 | MCWC THe Woodlands, 1600 Lake Front Circle Suite 130, Spring, TX, 77380, United States
The Montgomery County Women’s Center also offers support groups for survivors of family and sexual violence. If you have any questions about our group meetings, or if you wish to schedule a counseling session, please contact the Counseling Office at: (936) 441-4044 ext. 23.
THE WOODLANDS COUNSELING OFFICE
The United Way Building
1600 Lake Front Circle, Suite 130
The Woodlands, Texas 77380

Boundaries and Beyond- Tuesday

Victims of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (Adult Females)
Tuesday 6:00pm-7:30pm (Psychoeducation and Support)

Conquista tu Mente (Conquer your Mind)- Tuesday

Víctimas de agresión sexual y violencia doméstica (mujeres adultas de habla hispana)
martes 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. (Apoyo)

Victims of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (Spanish Speaking Adult Females)
Every Tuesday 6:00pm-7:30pm (Support)

RISE: Reclaim Independence Seek Empowerment- Wednesday

This group is for adult female victims/ survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault (open group).
The group will combine psychoeducation and support group methods.
We meet from 12-1 on Wednesdays

Project Hope- Thursday

Adults Molested as Children (Adult Females Only)
Thursday 6pm-7:30pm – (Psychoeducation/Support Group )

SATP 40 HOUR TRAINING
2024-11-05 08:00 - 17:00 | TX
The OAG’s Office requires that all staff, volunteers, and interns who will be providing direct services to clients complete a 40-hour training program. We are excited to announce that Montgomery County Women’s Center is now offering the opportunity for staff, interns, and volunteers from other organizations the opportunity to attend our agency’s training. Please be advised there will be a nominal $100 fee to attend this training.
The purpose of the OAG Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program is to provide comprehensive, current, and appropriate advocacy information to staff, interns, and volunteers working with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The classroom hours will involve various activities, videos, community and staff presenters, and discussions to increase knowledge and enhance skills. Additionally, there is an 7-hour Self Study packet, which offers national experts and information not otherwise available.
Training is an important tool that facilitates a better understanding of the dynamics of violence and also provides the information and skills needed to help survivors. Many clients arrive in a very fragile state, so it is imperative to know how to address each of the needs and concerns an individual may face. As an advocate providing services to individuals who are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, it is imperative to realize that their needs are many times very unique. MCWC is proud to be offering the opportunity to participate in our Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program.
TO REGISTER FOR ONE OF OUR TRAININGS please contact Henley McCann at HenleyM@mcwctx.org or call (936) 441-4044.

Support Groups (Nov 11- Nov 15)
2024-11-11 08:00 - 2024-11-15 17:00 | MCWC THe Woodlands, 1600 Lake Front Circle Suite 130, Spring, TX, 77380, United States

Support Groups (Nov 18- Nov 22)
2024-11-18 08:00 - 2024-11-22 17:00 | MCWC THe Woodlands, 1600 Lake Front Circle Suite 130, Spring, TX, 77380, United States

Support Groups (Nov 25- Nov 29)
2024-11-25 08:00 - 2024-11-29 17:00 | MCWC THe Woodlands, 1600 Lake Front Circle Suite 130, Spring, TX, 77380, United States
The Montgomery County Women’s Center also offers support groups for survivors of family and sexual violence. If you have any questions about our group meetings, or if you wish to schedule a counseling session, please contact the Counseling Office at: (936) 441-4044 ext. 23.
THE WOODLANDS COUNSELING OFFICE
The United Way Building
1600 Lake Front Circle, Suite 130
The Woodlands, Texas 77380

Boundaries and Beyond- Tuesday

Victims of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (Adult Females)
Tuesday 6:00pm-7:30pm (Psychoeducation and Support)

Conquista tu Mente (Conquer your Mind)- Tuesday

Víctimas de agresión sexual y violencia doméstica (mujeres adultas de habla hispana)
martes 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. (Apoyo)

Victims of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (Spanish Speaking Adult Females)
Every Tuesday 6:00pm-7:30pm (Support)

The Woodlands Cares & Coffee For A Cause TOY DRIVE
2024-12-01 06:30 - 10:00 | Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Dr, Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
December 1st gathering The Woodlands Cars & Coffee For A Cause will be holding our annual TOY DRIVE for the children of Montgomery County Women’s Center.

ABOUT THE GROUP:
The Woodlands Car Club was founded in March 2001 by a local group of car enthusiasts to create friendships, fellowship, foster relationships with local business and community, create awareness for and give back to local non-profit organizations in Montgomery County. Since 2001, TWCC has raised and donated over $100,000 to local charities in our community. The Woodlands Cars & Coffee for a Cause Charity Car Display event was created by one of the original TWCC members, Dana Pritchard from Woodlands Performance & Suspension in 2009.
The Woodlands Car Club enthusiasts gather at Market Street the first Sunday of each month from 6:30-10ish a.m., to continue efforts to provide a fun and creative way to give back to our community. TWCC welcomes all types of cars/vehicles from classics, hot rods, exotics, and more. The only type of vehicles that are difficult to accommodate in large numbers, are the late model lifted trucks, Jeeps, SUV’s. This is only because if we have more than 1 or 2 at this event, we will get many requests for various truck clubs to attend, and space and safety is a concern at this venue. This event is primarily a car event, along w/classic/vintage vehicles. We do encourage diversity and feel it is important that we can use our special vehicles at local events for such great causes, but we do have some restrictions on type & size of vehicles at THIS particular venue. Since space is limited at Market Street, parking is on a first-come, first-serve basis, & we start letting vehicles in at 6:30 a.m., at which time a donation of ANY amount will be collected.
For first time participants, you will be asked to fill out a waiver/information form. If you have any questions regarding requirements or otherwise, please feel free to contact me, 281.363.2977 or email: wpsinfo@woodlandsperformance.com, and I’d be happy to discuss this further. The purpose behind this event is for us to provide a morning gathering to show off special vehicles within the car community, be a supportive partner with Market Street and the local community, share information about needful non-profit organizations in Montgomery County, and to give back monetarily as well. TWCC collects coins/change for our donation to the Market Street “Change for Charities” program that will benefit non-profit organizations in Montgomery County. TWCC has collected and donated over $100,000 to local charities from this program since 2009.
Thank you to ALL who support our mission in “Using Our Cars to Give Back to Our Community. ~Dana P

Holiday Cookie Donation Drive
2024-12-01 08:00 - 2024-12-15 17:00 | Montgomery Community Center, 14420 Liberty St., Montgomery, TX, 77356, United States
For three wonderful days in December, over 100 clients and families receive gifts, homemade cookies and hugs. They are overwhelmed by the generosity of strangers who provide holiday gifts for their families. If not for the compassion of the individuals and the companies who graciously adopt them, the holidays would be no different than any other day on the calendar. This event is made possible by the many generous donors who sponsor families or make cash donations.
Thank you for making the season magical for all!

If you are interested in donating baked goods for this event please contact SiomaraC@mcwctx.org

Support Groups (Dec 2- Dec 6)
2024-12-02 08:00 - 2024-12-06 17:00 | MCWC THe Woodlands, 1600 Lake Front Circle Suite 130, Spring, TX, 77380, United States

Support Groups (Dec 9- Dec 13)
2024-12-09 08:00 - 2024-12-13 17:00 | MCWC THe Woodlands, 1600 Lake Front Circle Suite 130, Spring, TX, 77380, United States

New Years Community Clean Out!!
2025-01-01 08:00 - 2025-01-31 17:00 | TX
The New Year is a time for reflection, recommitment and… re-organization! It’s the perfect time to re-gift unneeded holiday presents, get a fresh start with your wardrobe and donate to your favorite local thrift store – Something Special!
Something Special offers new and gently-used clothing, accessories and housewares to the public. Vouchers are also provided for families in need to shop for free. The best part? Every Something Special purchase benefits families fleeing abuse in our community.
Need more motivation to clean out your closet? Check out five reasons why decluttering and donating will get your 2023 off to the right start:

Less stuff = more time!

Say goodbye to spending hours sifting through your closet. Imagine all your options hung up neatly and clearly visible. By paring down your wardrobe, you’ll spend less time trying to find outfits and more time wearing the things you love.

Make room for the things that matter.

Clearing out the old means making room for newer and better things to come into your life. Less clothes also means the opportunity to redecorate, reorganize and make the most of your closet space.

Declutter to de-stress!

Simplifying your environment by clearing out unused or unwanted items can improve concentration, help you sleep and elevate your mood. Letting go is a natural, healthy process in our growth that makes room for better things.

Save money!

Going through your closet allows you to rediscover old pieces and reintroduce them to your wardrobe – you get the rush of a great shopping find without the cost! Plus, re-familiarizing yourself with your clothes will stop you from spending money on things you already own.

Save the planet.

Donating your clothes benefits your community AND the environment. Donating and shopping secondhand means that clothes have a longer lifespan and don’t require as many resources as producing new clothes.
Giving back isn’t just good for your community – it’s good for you too! Give yourself – and your old items – a new start this year. Declutter and donate to Something Special, or give us a call to get assistance with larger donations (936) 441-4044 x: 53.
Donations can be dropped at 2 locations:

Something Special Resale Store: 19073 I-45 South, Shenandoah (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)
Montgomery County Women’s Center Administrative Office: 1401 Airport Rd, Conroe 77301

Stalking Awareness Month: 2 FREE Trainings
2025-01-02 08:00 - 2025-01-31 17:00 | TX
There is a real and frighteningly significant connection between stalking and intimate partner violence. Stalking often co-occurs with intimate partner violence and can be an indicator of other forms of violence. Stalking can be a way to exert power and control during and/or after an abusive relationship.

January is National Stalking Awareness Month, join us for daily content all month! Register for our TWO FREE ON DEMAND TRAININGS here: igfn.us/form/5qg8rg or text STALKING to 41444

Teen Writing & Art Challenge 2025- Submissions Due Feb 13th
2025-01-03 08:00 - 2025-02-13 17:00 | 1401 Airport Rd, Conroe TX 77301
The Writing and Art Challenge was created, in 2018, by the Montgomery County Women’s Center as an avenue for teens to start talking about dating & relationships. It is meant to create a safe environment to explore and discuss the impacts (both positive and negative) of common dynamics found in these experiences. Montgomery County Women’s Center has been proudly serving Montgomery and surrounding counties for over 40 years. Our mission is to lead the effort in preventing domestic violence and sexual assault through crisis intervention, assistance, advocacy, empowerment, and social change.

SUBMISSION DUE FEBRUARY 13TH @5PM
PRIZES & SCHOLARSHIPS UP TO $1000

REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES & INSPIRATION BOOKLET: igfn.us/form/fmI3qA

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
2025-02-01 08:00 - 2025-02-28 17:00 | TX
Dating violence is more common than people think, especially among teens and young adults: one in three teens in the US will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before they graduate high school, and nearly half (43%) of college women report experiencing violent or abusive dating behaviors. Every February, young people and their loved ones join together across the country for a national effort to raise awareness about the issue of teen dating violence through Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). This annual, month-long push focuses on advocacy and education to stop dating abuse before it starts.
Stay tuned for upcoming trainings and events all month long.
For more information on booking a community training, presentation, project or resource fair CLICK HERE: https://mcwctx.org/community-outreach/

Grocery Card Donation Drive
2025-02-01 08:00 - 2025-02-28 17:00 | 1401 Airport Rd, Conroe TX 77301
Going through a victimization often leaves you with a lot of surprise expenses and it can take a little while for our clients to adjust to their new budget, so we try to assist with food and fuel as we can. Gift cards can truly help ensure that a victim who is getting on their feet has food and fuel when they need it. Grocery store gift cards can be used to help provide survivors and families with items suited to their specific needs.

Donations can be dropped (or mailed) to: Montgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd, Conroe, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara)

Healthy Relationships Workshop (Virtual)
2025-02-06 18:30 - 19:30 | VIRTUAL WEBINAR
SCAN THE QR CODE TO JOIN THE WEBINAR

Viewing Party & Awards Ceremony (Teen Writing & Art Challenge)
2025-02-28 18:00 - 19:30 | TX
The Writing and Art Challenge was created, in 2018, by the Montgomery County Women’s Center as an avenue for teens to start talking about dating & relationships. It is meant to create a safe environment to explore and discuss the impacts (both positive and negative) of common dynamics found in these experiences. Montgomery County Women’s Center has been proudly serving Montgomery and surrounding counties for over 40 years. Our mission is to lead the effort in preventing domestic violence and sexual assault through crisis intervention, assistance, advocacy, empowerment, and social change.
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VIEWING PARTY & AWARDS CEREMONY DETAILS
Please join us for this event to celebrate the submissions from teens across Montgomery County.
The Woodlands United Methodist Church – Asbury Hall
2200 Lake Woodlands Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Friday, February 28, 2025
Viewing Party (6:00-6:30pm)
Awards Ceremony (6:30pm)
Friends and family are encouraged to attend.
Refreshments will be served.
Everyone is encouraged to attend the Viewing Party & will receive a Certificate of Appreciation at the Awards Ceremony.
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Gas Card Donation Drive
2025-03-01 08:00 - 2025-03-31 17:00 | 1401 Airport Rd, Conroe TX 77301
Gas prices are impacting Americans across the country, and that includes victims of domestic violence. Along their healing journey, we work with survivors to help them re-establish a sense of independence and empowerment. One way we do this is by providing gift cards to them throughout the year. That’s why we are hosting a gas card drive to help its clients get to and from work, school, errands and much needed services. From therapy to counseling to being housed at the emergency shelter, it is crucial to keep these services accessible to the women and children who need them.

Donations can be dropped (or mailed) to: Montgomery County Women’s Center: 1401 Airport Rd, Conroe, TX 77301 (Attn: Siomara)

Spring Community CleanOut
2025-03-01 08:00 - 2025-04-30 17:00 | Something Special, 19073 I-45 # 180, Shenandoah, TX, 77385
Spring is HERE and it’s time to CLEAN OUT those closets, kitchens, garages and more !!
Did You Know If you have a large donation (furniture, neighborhood/ group clean out, etc.) we can come to you!! Just give us a call to schedule your pickup today (936) 441-4044 ext53!!
STEP IT UP by getting together with friends, family and neighbors and organize a group cleanout/ donation.

We utilize donations in many ways… all of which benefit victims/survivors in our community.

Shelter residents and their children receive shoes and clothing since these items are generally left behind when fleeing.
Victims/Survivors from our community are able to come shop at the resale shop with vouchers for clothing, furniture and other necessities.
Transitional housing apartments are completely furnished with donated furniture and housewares for new residents.
Shelter residents receive furniture and household items when re-building their homes and lives.
Revenue from the store helps keep the shelter open.

COME VISIT US AT SOMETHING SPECIAL (Shopping & Donation Hours and Location)
Monday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
19073 I-45 South (in the Portofino Plaza next to Sam’s Club)

Go Teal Day Photo Campaign
2025-04-01 02:00 - 23:30 | TX
Chances are someone in your life is a survivor of sexual harassment, assault, or abuse, even if they have never shared their story with you.

Show your support for survivors of sexual harassment and abuse by wearing teal — the color of sexual violence prevention — on April 1st and post a selfie to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and tagging Montgomery County Women’s Center.

We are asking local Conroe businesses, community organizations and groups to join us on GO TEAL DAY to show their support of survivors of sexual assault in our community.

Don’t forget to take pictures of your group and display and post on your social media about participating in the campaign — TAG US ON INSTAGRAM @officialmcwc!!!

You can also email your photos to MelanieJ@mcwctx.org.

SAAM On-Demand Video Series
2025-04-01 03:00 - 2025-04-30 23:30 | TX
Throughout the month of April, we will be joining the nation in promoting awareness of sexual assault with other agencies and organizations in our area. Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) gives our community the opportunity to speak up against sexual violence that will only grow if we keep silent.

Join us this month for an ON-DEMAND TRAINING SERIES. Once you register you will receive an email with 9 trainings. Additionally throughout the month you will be text an individual link to remind you to watch.

Trainings include:

MCWC Agency Overview (12 MINUTES)
Criteria for Consent (10 MINUTES)
Sexual Assault & Special Populations (22 MINUTES)
Exploring Victim Blaming (16 MINUTES)
Ways To Stop Contributing to Rape Culture (15 MINUTES)
How To Support Survivors of Sexual Assault (16 MINUTES)
Rights And Options You Have As A Victim of Sexual Assault (16 MINUTES)
Consent 101 (10 MINUTES)
Making Your Own Comfort Box (23 MINUTES)

TO REGISTER CLICK HERE: igfn.us/form/LRUzfg

Sexual Assault Awareness Month
2025-04-01 08:00 - 2025-04-30 17:00 | TX
Throughout the month of April, we will be joining the nation in promoting awareness of sexual assault with other agencies and organizations in our area. Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) gives our community the opportunity to speak up against sexual violence that will only grow if we keep silent.
