A Season of Gratitude: Thanksgiving at CAPSA

Thanksgiving

As Thanksgiving approaches, we at CAPSA are reminded of what this season truly represents: gratitude, generosity, and togetherness. It’s a time when families gather around the table, communities come together in kindness, and we take a moment to reflect on the things that matter most.

At CAPSA, we see Thanksgiving not just as a holiday, but as a reflection of our mission to help individuals and families in our community find hope, safety, independence, and healing. This time of year reminds us how deeply connected we all are and how powerful it can be when a community chooses compassion.

Gratitude: CAPSA’s Annual Gratitude Wall

Every November, CAPSA’s staff and advocates take part in one of our favorite traditions: the Gratitude Wall. Throughout the month, our team adds sticky notes with things we’re grateful for, big and small. By the end of November, the wall is covered in a colorful mosaic of thankfulness, representing the heart of our organization.

You’ll see notes that say things like:

  • “I’m grateful for our shelter team.”
  • “I’m grateful for the survivors who trust us with their stories.”
  • “I’m grateful for my coworkers who show up with kindness every day.”

This simple act of daily reflection keeps us grounded in our purpose. It reminds us that even during challenging times, there is always something to be grateful for, especially the opportunity to walk alongside survivors as they rebuild their lives. Gratitude is more than a feeling for us; it’s a practice that helps us stay focused on what truly matters: helping people in our community thrive.

Charitable Giving: The Heart of Our Community

One of the most powerful themes surrounding Thanksgiving is charitable giving. In our community, there’s a shared belief that generosity strengthens us all, that when we look out for one another, everyone can flourish.

CAPSA’s ability to provide free, confidential services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault is only possible because of this community spirit. Every donation, volunteer hour, and act of kindness makes a direct impact. Whether someone donates financially, brings in needed goods, or simply spreads awareness, they are helping provide safety and hope for survivors.

This season, we want to express our deepest gratitude to the donors, volunteers, and partners who make CAPSA’s work possible. Your generosity ensures that individuals escaping abuse have a safe place to stay, children have access to therapy, and families can begin again with dignity and support.

When you give to CAPSA, you’re giving more than money. You’re giving hope, healing, and a future.

A Feast for All: Partnering with Cache Food Pantry

Thanksgiving is often centered around abundance. The warmth of shared meals, the comfort of favorite recipes, and the joy of gathering with loved ones. But we know that for many, access to a Thanksgiving feast isn’t guaranteed.

That’s why CAPSA partners year-round with the Cache Community Food Pantry to ensure our clients have access to nutritious food that fits their unique needs. This partnership is especially meaningful during the holidays.

This Thanksgiving, CAPSA and the Cache Food Pantry are working together to provide vouchers for Thanksgiving dinners to every client and family we serve. Our hope is that everyone in our community can experience the joy of a warm meal and the comfort of belonging, no matter their circumstances.

Safety and Comfort: Everyone Deserves a Safe Home

For many, Thanksgiving means cozy nights, laughter in the kitchen, and the comfort of home. But for some, home is not a safe place. The holidays can be especially difficult for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault, when isolation or unsafe environments may feel impossible to escape.

At CAPSA, we believe that everyone deserves safety, comfort, and peace, especially at home. That’s why we provide emergency shelter, housing programs, advocacy, and therapy services to anyone experiencing abuse. Our doors are open 24/7, because everyone deserves to know there is a safe place to turn when they need it most.

If you or someone you know needs help, CAPSA offers free and confidential services. Call our 24/7 Support Line at 435-753-2500 in Utah or 208-540-8536 in Idaho.

Thankful for You

This Thanksgiving, as we gather around our Gratitude Wall and reflect on the year behind us, one thing stands out above all: we are thankful for you.

To our donors, volunteers, partners, and community members, thank you for believing in our mission. Thank you for helping us create a community where survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault can find safety, healing, and hope. Your generosity and compassion are what make CAPSA’s work possible.

From all of us at CAPSA, we wish you and your loved ones a safe, peaceful, and joy-filled Thanksgiving. 

If you’d like to support survivors this holiday season, visit capsa.org/donate. Your gift, no matter the size, helps us provide lifesaving services and ensures that everyone in our community can have something to be grateful for this Thanksgiving.