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Thank You for Protecting Survivor Services
We are thrilled to share that funding for victim services in California has been protected thanks to the dedication of our community, advocates across the state, and the leadership of Governor Newsom and the California Legislature.
This critical funding ensures that programs like Project Sanctuary can continue offering life-saving services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violent crimes—without interruption.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to:
- Our community members and partner organizations who raised their voices.
- Survivors and advocates who bravely shared their stories.
- California’s elected leaders for recognizing the urgent need to keep these services intact.
Because of you, survivors will continue to have access to the emergency safe housing, transitional housing, crisis counseling, legal advocacy, and crisis response they deserve.
While this is a moment to celebrate, our work isn’t done. Sustainable funding and long-term investment in victim services remain crucial. Stay connected and keep raising your voice, and remember, we’re stronger together.
Employment
We're hiring!
For more than four decades, Project Sanctuary has been a trusted source of safety, hope, and healing for individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault throughout Mendocino County. Since the late 1970s, our nonprofit organization has remained committed to providing survivor-centered services, advocacy, and support, serving more than 2,000 individuals each year across multiple locations throughout the county.
Just 150 miles north of San Francisco, Mendocino County is home to approximately 89,000 residents and is noted for its distinctive Pacific Ocean coastline, majestic redwood forests, wine production, and is a world-class tourist destination.
As we look toward the future, we are seeking a compassionate, visionary, and collaborative Executive Director to lead our organization into its next chapter. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of staff, volunteers, and an engaged Board of Directors to strengthen our programs, cultivate community partnerships, and advance our mission of supporting survivors and creating safer communities.
If you are a mission-driven leader with a passion for nonprofit leadership, community collaboration, and empowering survivors, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of Project Sanctuary.
Applications close 8/31. Desired start date is December 1st, 2026.
Volunteer
2026 Volunteer Crisis Counselor Training – Cancelled
Project Sanctuary would like to share an important update regarding our 2026 Volunteer Crisis Counselor Training.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to inform our community that the 2026 training, originally scheduled to begin in June, has been cancelled.
We understand that community members were interested in participating, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We deeply value the time, energy, and commitment it takes to pursue this work, and we are grateful for your interest in supporting survivors in Mendocino County.
At this time, we encourage those who were planning to apply to stay connected with us for future volunteer opportunities and upcoming training announcements.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@projectsanctuary.org.
Thank you for your continued support of Project Sanctuary and for your commitment to standing with survivors.
To learn more about the Volunteer Program, including expectations, time commitments, and eligibility, please review the Volunteer Program FAQ below.