Kendall County Women's Shelter (KCWS) Market Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Kendall County Women's Shelter (formerly Kendall County Women's Center)

• Mission: To provide a safe, emergency shelter in a supportive environment where Texas Hill Country victims of domestic violence and their children can receive the support services they need to build new lives.

• Founded: 2005

• Key People:

• Paula Vacek, Chief Executive Officer

• Brooke House, Chief Program Officer

• Holly Aldridge, Chief Operations Officer

• Vilma Gonzalez, Office Coordinator

• Cindi Holder, Shelter Director

• Laura Simental, Director of Retail

• Emma Kollar, Communications Coordinator

• Sarah Vacek, Research and Education Coordinator

• Anna Smalley, Family Coordinator

• Board of Directors includes Mike Payne (President), Deanna Grist (Vice President), and others.

• Headquarters: 930 N School Street, Boerne, TX 78006

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Providing emergency shelter and supportive services to victims of domestic violence, their children, and pets in the Texas Hill Country. Operating thrift stores, Fabulous Finds Boerne and Fabulous Finds Comfort.

Products and Services

• Emergency Shelter: Provides residential and non-residential services to victims of domestic violence and their children.

• Supportive Services: Include shelter, case management, counseling, food and nutrition, prescription assistance, transportation, and crisis intervention.

Key Features of Services

• Family Violence Program: Comprehensive support including case management and counseling.

• 24-Hour Hotline: A dedicated helpline that operates 24/7 for crisis intervention and support.

Recent Developments

• New Initiatives:

• The opening of the shelter in Spring 2012 after a significant community-driven fundraising campaign.

• Ongoing engagement with the community through events and educational workshops to raise awareness about domestic abuse.

• New Partnerships: No specific new partnerships reported; however, ongoing collaboration with local law enforcement to support victims’ rights and legal processes.

• Other Developments:

• Successful integration into the local community as a nonprofit, with memberships in organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce.

Contact Information

• Administrative Office:

• PO Box 1087, Boerne, TX 78006

• Phone: 830.331.8950

• Operating Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

• Shelter:

• Office: 830.331.1001

• 24-Hour Hotline: 800.495.8078

Conclusion

Kendall County Women's Shelter continues to focus on its mission to aid victims of domestic violence in the Texas Hill Country. With an active leadership team and board of directors, KCWS aims to provide necessary services and safe harbor for those in need, while raising awareness about domestic violence and promoting community involvement through its various programs and thrift stores.