Purple Lights Night

Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026Time: 5-7 p.m.Location: The Memorial Chapel Join CARE for Purple Lights Night on Wednesday, October 21, from 5–7 p.m. at the Memorial Chapel Garden! In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, this event will help students learn about different types of abuse, how to support survivors, and respond to disclosures. Stop by for interactive activities, crafts, food, and giveaways while showing your support for survivors and relationship violence prevention. We will be collecting donations for survivors of domestic violence at the DC SAFE Center. Email gfansler@umd.edu with any questions.  In-Kind Donations for DC SAFE DC SAFE Wish List This year, we are collecting donations for residents at our SAFE Space Crisis Shelter and for the Domestic Violence Intake Center (DVIC) inside the DC Superior Courthouse. We are interested in general donations and holiday gift items for shelter residents and families, and snacks / toys for DVIC clients and accompanying children.  Of special note this year:  Toddler-size diapers (2T, 3T, 4T) Women’s underwear (all sizes) Hair care items for textured hair Grocery store gift cards (Harris Teeter, Trader Joe’s, Giant, and Safeway) Smartrip cards Family size hygiene items (shower gel, lotion, deodorant) Linens and towels Winter hats, scarves, & gloves Hosted by: Campus Advocates Respond and Educate (CARE) to Stop Violence Additional Information can be found at: https://terplink.umd.edu/event/12845385