Why donate a cell phone
to Vera House?
you can enable a person in crisis
to call 911
in an emergency situation

Having the option to contact law enforcement during an emergency isn't always possible for individuals who utilize Vera House services. Their abusive partner may have broken, stolen or hidden their phone, or their home phone service may have been shut off by the abusive partner. If they are able to obtain a 911 cell phone, clients can take an important step to protect themselves and their families.

With your generous donations we are able to offer more phones to more clients who need that vital link to safety!
There are two ways to donate:

1. Through Verizon's HopeLine Project, used cell phones are refurbished or recycled. Cell phones and airtime are then donated to victims of domestic violence. Cell phones must be delivered to a local Verizon Wireless location.
   
   To learn more, just follow this link
   and click on "Store Locator" to find a convenient Verizon site. We recommend you call the store in advance to confirm that they are currently accepting donations.

2. Vera House partners with Shelter Alliance, a firm that specializes in the collection and responsible recycling of used cellular phones. All proceeds from this collection program will benefit Vera House programs and services. Phones can be dropped off at Vera House or shipped directly to our recycling partner. Visit the Shelter Alliance website for more details:

w please do not bring cell phone donations to the Vera House offices w

Thank you for your support & thoughtfulness!

For questions about cell phone donations, contact Mildred Winslow at 315-425-0818 ext.210 or click below to e-mail her.