Mission
Deaf World Against Violence Everywhere (DWAVE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving Ohio's Deaf community by providing advocacy services for Deaf, Deaf-Blind, and Deaf Disabled individuals. With 20 years of experience, DWAVE is a Deaf-run agency aimed at addressing domestic violence and sexual assault within these communities.
Basic Information
Founded in
2000
EIN
31-1751071
Total Assets
$135 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Advocacy Services
Providing 24/7 advocacy services to support survivors of violence in the Deaf community.

Cultural Education
Trainings on the intersection of Deaf culture and domestic violence for service providers.

Community Engagement
Outreach initiatives aimed at creating safety plans and educating the community.
Our Programs
Safety Planning
Resources and strategies for survivors to create personalized safety plans.
Learn MoreTraining for Service Providers
Educating service providers about Deaf culture and how to effectively support Deaf survivors.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
On Call Hospital Advocate
Volunteers support Deaf survivors in hospital settings after sexual assault.
Learn MoreGeneral Volunteer Position
Opportunities for individuals to give back and support DWAVE’s mission.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
50
44
/100
Program Expense Ratio
85.31%
16
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-100.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1101
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.4869
6
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 261.2K | 98.38% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 3 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
Total Revenue | 265.5K | 100.00% |
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