Survivor Testimonies

In 2025, The Hotline served over 708K people through calls, chats, texts, and self-service options — made possible by the generosity of donors like you.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you. I felt so lost and alone. But now I feel strong and supported.

2025 Stats

Types of Abuse, at a glance

  • 41%

    ECONOMIC & FINANCIAL ABUSE

    84,007 Reports

  • 95%

    EMOTIONAL & VERBAL ABUSE

    195,922 Reports

  • 68%

    PHYSICAL ABUSE

    140,500 Reports

  • 26%

    TECHNOLOGY-FACILITATED ABUSE

    54,599 Reports

  • 20%

    SEXUAL ABUSE

    41,357 Reports

  • Your Dollars in Action

    Your gift reaches victims and survivors at a critical moment in their lives. Through The Hotline, that support includes:

    • Emotional support
    • Shelter referrals
    • Legal services
    • Crisis intervention
    • Educational resources
    • Transitional housing resources
    • Teen education and support

  • Other Ways to Donate


    In person
    When you pay for your wax or other services at a participating European Wax Center location, you'll have the option to make a donation at the register.


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    Year-round
    Support doesn't stop when our campaign does. Give a one-time or monthly gift any time at our Hotline's Donation Page including gifts in honor or memory of someone.
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Help is Here

The Hotline is available 24/7, and it’s free and confidential. if you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, reach out now.

Call: 1.800.799.SAFE (7233)
Text: “START” to 88788
Chat: thehotline.org

*THIS PROGRAM VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. Program runs September 25th – October 31st. Elected amount will be donated in full by European Wax Center to the National Domestic Violence Hotline (The Hotline), PO Box 90249, Austin, TX, 78709, 737-234-6464, a not-for-profit, section 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to answer the call to support and shift power back to those affected by relationship abuse. All donations will be used to support The Hotline’s general operations. Obtain official financial and additional information about The Hotline by writing or calling them at the information above, or visiting thehotline.org. European Wax Center®️ is a registered trademark of EWC Franchisor LLC. ©️ 2026 EWC Franchisor LLC. All Rights Reserved.