Ensuring women and children in Merseyside live a safe, happy and fulfilling life away from domestic abuse

We believe that every woman and child should feel safe and valued. By funding local projects which offer real impactful outcomes, we know that women and children have the chance to move forward with their lives to feel empowered to not allow domestic abuse to ruin their chance at happiness.

Since 2020, we have been working with organisations within Liverpool and Merseyside to improve the lives of both women and children.

In 2021

We helped 133 women access essential IT skills training, CV writing and financial capability sessions.

In 2022

We helped 287 women in the BAME community in South Liverpool and Liverpool Central to access the Boundaries Programme, Recovery Toolkit and Freedom Programme.

In 2023

We have helped 172 women engage in the Next Step Programme. And 212 women access much needed counselling services.

In 2024

We have helped 371 women access the Freedom Programme and Toolkit Rocovery. 15 children have been able to go on a summer residential and 208 access different types of 1:1 counselling.

In 2025

We have supported 477 women and children to access support in ways such as group therapy, 1:1 counselling, housing in a Women’s refuge and allowed a group of survivors to produce and perform a powerful touring play highlighting the impact of DV. We were also able to send 23 children to a retreat for confidence and resilience building.

Having never been financially independent the whole of my adult life, I am now earning my own money. I went back to college, gained more qualifications and applied for a job. I feel so proud of myself, I am a role model for my children.

Zara, Survivor

I couldn’t have done this on my own, I am stronger because I asked for help and the support I received helped me to find out what I am capable of doing. I can’t thank you enough.

Chloe, Survivor

I now feel more resilient, stronger, safe, and confident since leaving my ex-husband and with support from the funding by The Ellie Trust I now feel like I have a chance to restart my life.

Lindsay, Survivor

The outreach service funded by The Ellie Trust has been a lifesaver to me. I was not ready to join a group or attend sessions at the centre, so meeting informally where I could seek advice without bringing unwanted attention helped me so much.

Lisa, Survivor

Thanks to the funding by The Ellie Trust I have just secured my first volunteering role within the centre, helping women who were just like me. The Next Steps programme has given me the determination to move on independently with my life.

Aafiah, Survivor