The original funding for domestic violence shelters in the state of

Mississippi came from marriage license fees, a portion of which DAFS

receives on an annual basis.

DAFS is also currently funded by the United Way of Southeast

Mississippi; the United Way of the Pine Belt Region; federal and

foundation grants; local counties and municipalities; and church,

business, school, civic club, and individual donations.

We gratefully welcome any donations. Your generosity helps us help

those affected by domestic violence.