True North of Columbia

11/08/2025

We’re so honored to be featured on The Daily Blend with Adonica Coleman — thank you for having us on the show and helping share our mission with the community!

A huge thank you to our community for continuing to stand beside us through the important work we do each day. And a special thank you to the Columbia Chamber of Commerce for naming True North of Columbia a finalist for Nonprofit of the Year. We are grateful to serve and to be surrounded by such incredible community partners and supporters!

11/07/2025

Looking for ways to give back to the community this holiday season? Join our Holiday Program and adopt a family! https://forms.office.com/r/eCrVsLGPtS

11/07/2025

💜 We want to give a heartfelt thank you to Alpha Chi Omega for the incredible work they did throughout Domestic Violence Awareness Month. From their awareness tabling at Speaker’s Circle on the MU campus to the many events and conversations they led across the community, their dedication to raising awareness and supporting survivors truly stood out.

We’re so grateful that True North had the opportunity to join in and share about our mission. Their passion, energy, and advocacy make such a difference — not just during October, but all year long. 💜

11/06/2025

💜A huge THANK YOU to everyone who attended the ReEntry Conference and supported True North through tonight’s silent auction!

$2625.91 was raised!!! Your generosity helps us continue providing safety, shelter, and support to survivors of intimate partner violence, s*xual violence, s*x trafficking and stalking in our community.

We’re so grateful for your kindness, your bids, and your belief in our mission — together, we’re making a real difference.💜

10/31/2025

🎉 Celebrating a Remarkable Career! 🎉

True North of Columbia joins the community in celebrating the retirement of David Clithero of Hawthorn Bank!

DC has been a dedicated supporter and true ally, always showing genuine care for survivors and a deep belief in the mission of safety, healing, and hope. His compassion and commitment to our community have made a lasting difference that will continue to inspire others.

We’re also deeply grateful to Hawthorn Bank for their ongoing partnership and support of True North. Together, we’re building a community that stands strong for survivors. 💜

Congratulations, DC! Wishing you all the best as you begin this next chapter!

10/30/2025

🍂☕ Fall fun at True North today! Huge thanks to our board member José Caldera for treating the team to some cozy seasonal drinks — the perfect pick-me-up for a chilly day! 🎃💜

Most of us went full-on pumpkin spice mode, but a few played it safe with their trusty vanilla lattes. We’ll let it slide… this time. 😉

10/24/2025

We are truly honored to be named a finalist for the 2025 Columbia Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit of the Year Award! 💜

Every day, True North of Columbia stands with survivors, offering safety, support, and hope. Thank you to our community for believing in this mission and helping us continue this important work.

💜🏡 Standing Strong. Supporting Survivors. Building Hope. 💜🏡

We are honored to share True North of Columbia as our next finalist for the 2025 Columbia Chamber of Commerce Non-Profit of the Year Award! 🌟

For decades, True North has been a place of safety, healing, and empowerment for those affected by intimate partner violence, s*xual violence, stalking, and s*x trafficking. Their mission to provide shelter, education, and support has helped countless survivors find strength, rebuild their lives, and move forward with hope. 💪

What began in the 1970s as “The Shelter” — a small volunteer effort — has grown into a comprehensive program serving our entire community. True North’s vision of a Columbia where healthy relationships thrive and violence has no place inspires all of us to do better, support one another, and build a safer future together. 💜

Congratulations to True North of Columbia — and thank you for being a light of safety, compassion, and courage in our community.

10/23/2025

🔹 Recognizing the Lethality of Strangulation 🔹

This week, the staff at True North of Columbia received advanced training on recognizing, responding to, and preventing strangulation — one of the most dangerous and often misunderstood forms of intimate partner violence.

Strangulation is not a moment of “losing control.” It is a deliberate act of power and domination, intended to show control and instill fear.

💜 Did you know?

• Victims of strangulation are 750% more likely to be killed by their partner in the future.

• Many survivors have no visible injuries, even when internal damage is severe.

• Symptoms such as voice changes, dizziness, confusion, or difficulty swallowing may appear hours or even days later.

🚫 Common Myths:

• “If they can talk, they can breathe.”
❌ False. Talking doesn’t mean oxygen is reaching the brain.

• “No bruises mean it wasn’t serious.”
❌ False. Internal injuries are often invisible but life-threatening.

• “It’s not a big deal unless they pass out.” ❌ False. Any restriction of air or blood flow can cause brain injury or death.

💬 Did you know that Boone County has a Strangulation Protocol?

True North of Columbia led the collaboration and development of this life-saving protocol alongside the Columbia Police Department, Boone County Sheriff’s Department, Prosecutors, EMS/Fire, Joint Communications, and University Hospital.

This coordinated response ensures that survivors of strangulation receive immediate medical attention, evidence-based investigation, and trauma-informed support.

At True North, we’re committed not only to supporting survivors but also to educating our community.
If your business, group, or agency would like to learn more or schedule a training, please reach out to us at:

💜info@truenorthofcolumbia.org.

If you are a survivor, or if you’re a friend or family member of someone who has been impacted, you are not alone.
We’re here 24/7 to listen and help.

💜Hotline: 573-875-1370
💜www.truenorthofcolumbia.org

10/11/2025

🏈 Even though Mizzou didn’t take the win this afternoon, it was still a great game day in Columbia!

After the game, True North of Columbia partnered with the Columbia Police Department to visit local bars to hand out StopTops-drink covers designed to help prevent drink tampering and protect against drink spiking.

StopTops are an easy way to help people stay safer while they’re out — they fit over most drink cups and allow a straw to pass through while keeping unwanted substances out. Simple, discreet, and effective.

💜 💜 True North of Columbia provides safety, shelter, and support for survivors of intimate partner violence, s*xual violence, s*x trafficking, and stalking. We believe prevention and awareness are powerful tools in building a safer community for everyone.

If you or someone you know needs help, our 24/7 crisis hotline is always available: (573) 875-1370. You are not alone.

A big thank you to Columbia Police Department and the local establishments who welcomed us and joined in promoting safety and awareness.

✨ Be aware. Be proactive. Be the reason someone gets home safe.

10/03/2025

💜It’s that Time!! True North Request-A-Thon💜

Have you requested your song yet? The 96.7 KCMQ Request-a-thon benefiting True North of Columbia is happening TODAY thanks to our incredible friends at Brian Wear Plumbing and KCMQ!

For just a $25 donation, your song gets played (6a–6p it’s ALL requests!) — and every dollar supports survivors during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

We 💜 our partners — KCMQ for giving survivors a voice on-air, and Brian Wear Plumbing for always answering the call and helping us at the shelter and advocacy center whenever we need them.

Call 1-800-455-1967 to request your song, support survivors, and turn it up for a cause!

Be the reason your favorite song blasts through mid-Missouri. Be the person who makes the Shags and Trevor say “Really? That one?” Be part of the Request-a-thon magic! 🎶

Lets goooooooooooooooooooo!

Have you requested song yet?

The 96.7 KCMQ Request-a-thon benefiting True North of Columbia thanks to Brian Wear Plumbing is underway!

$25 donation and get your song played! 6a-6p only playing YOUR requests for a good cause!

Call now 1-800-455-1967 to request a song

10/02/2025

10/01/2025

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