DVIP/RVAP Reports Greater Need in Washington County in 2025

Domestic violence and sexual assault services saw 10% increase in victims served last year

Jan. 29, 2026 at 1:23pm

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The Domestic Violence Intervention Program and Rape Victim Advocacy Program (DVIP/RVAP) reported a 10% increase in the number of victim survivors they served in Washington County, Iowa in fiscal year 2025. The organization provided a total of 793 services and 1,241 hours of support to 120 individuals, including 21 victims of sexual assault.

Why it matters

The rise in demand for DVIP/RVAP's services highlights the ongoing challenges of domestic violence and sexual assault in the Washington County community. The organization's work provides critical support and resources for vulnerable residents, but increased funding is needed to meet the growing need.

The details

According to DVIP/RVAP Director of Community Engagement Allison Tippy, the increase in services was largely due to the organization absorbing the RVAP program. The funding request to the Washington County Board of Supervisors was $2,500, up from $2,000 the previous year, to go toward rental assistance, utility aid, vehicle repair, and other services for victim survivors.

  • DVIP/RVAP presented their annual report to the Washington County Board of Supervisors in fiscal year 2025.
  • The organization saw a 10% increase in victims served compared to the prior year.

The players

Domestic Violence Intervention Program and Rape Victim Advocacy Program (DVIP/RVAP)

A nonprofit organization that provides support services and resources for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Washington County, Iowa.

Allison Tippy

Director of Community Engagement at DVIP/RVAP.

Washington County Board of Supervisors

The governing body of Washington County, Iowa that oversees the county's budget and funding allocations.

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What they’re saying

“For FY25, we had a 10 percent increase in victim survivors served here in Washington County. So that was a total of 120 individuals, with 793 services and 1,241 hours of services completed.”

— Allison Tippy, Director of Community Engagement

What’s next

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will consider DVIP/RVAP's funding request of $2,500 for fiscal year 2026 to help meet the growing demand for their services.

The takeaway

The rise in domestic violence and sexual assault cases in Washington County underscores the critical need for robust victim support services. DVIP/RVAP's work provides a lifeline for vulnerable residents, but increased community funding is essential to ensure they can continue meeting this growing need.