About the Nonprofit
Visit Our Website Nonprofit Category: P - Human Services
Exempt Status: 501(c)(3) (IRS Form 990 Filed)
Victim/Witness Services of South Philadelphia (VWSSP) offers direct assistance and support to crime victims, witnesses and their families in the three Police Districts of South Philadelphia (1st, 3rd, and 17th Districts).
As a free service, VWSSP provides the following:
- Information and support services throughout the criminal legal system, including answering questions about court and police procedures
- The District Attorney’s Office, Probation and Parole Department, and other related agencies;
- Accompaniment of victims and witnesses to trials at the Criminal Justice Center (upon request) and tracking the progress of the case;
- Assistance with harassment and intimidation;
- Referrals to other social service agencies for emergency food, shelter, and other needs;
- Information on and assistance filing Victim’s Compensation Assistance Program (VCAP) claims;
- Short-term crisis counseling and referrals to counseling services for additional support;
- Speakers for community, groups.
Events
Annual Spring Fundraiser on May 10, 2024