San Saba Texas Dove Project

12,760 individuals served

since 1996

Love should never hurt

The Dove Project is a nonprofit organization based in San Saba, Texas, dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence. We offer direct help to individuals experiencing abuse, connecting them with critical resources such as shelter, counseling, and legal advocacy. In addition to crisis intervention, our services include ongoing emotional support, peer and personal counseling, parenting classes, and educational programs. Our mission is to empower survivors to regain independence, rebuild their lives, and find safety and hope in Central Texas.

By collaborating with local agencies, professionals, and dedicated volunteers, The Dove Project creates a compassionate, safe environment where every survivor is met with respect, understanding, and hope for a brighter future. Together, we work to break the cycle of violence and foster a community built on empathy and resilience.

Group of women praying with their hands on a woman's shoulder and head bowed

Services and Resources

Silhouette of a person sitting on a desk with their head resting in one hand, in front of window blinds, with items like a calendar, notebooks, and a small bottle on the desk.

Am I in an abusive relationship?

Identify abuse and take steps toward safety and support. Learn to recognize the warning signs and patterns of abuse, understands your rights if you are experiencing domestic violence, and access safety plans to help protect yourself.

Multiple hands stacked together, symbolizing unity and teamwork

Supporting Survivors

Discover ways to help someone you care about who may be experiencing domestic abuse. Learn how to listen without judgment, offer emotional and practical support, and connect survivors with resources like shelter, counseling, and legal help.

A woman with long black hair in a white tank top and jeans standing on a beach with arms outstretched toward the ocean waves.

Survivor Stories

Survivor stories offer powerful reminders that healing and change are possible. Here, people who’ve experienced domestic abuse share their journeys to safety, strength, and renewal. By telling their stories, they show that while every path is different, no one has to face this alone — and hope can be found even in the hardest moments.

Two men are sitting at a table indoors, having a serious conversation. One man is facing away from the camera, wearing a light-colored shirt, while the other man, who is visible facing the camera, is wearing a dark t-shirt. There are large windows with sunlight streaming in behind them.

Our Services

The Dove Project offers a range of supportive services for individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. These include but are not limited to emergency shelter, crisis intervention, counseling and legal advocacy. For more information on all of our provides services click below to learn more.

Ways to Help

Two women wearing face masks and gloves distribute food and supplies at an outdoor event under a canopy. There are brown paper bags with handles arranged on a table.

Volunteer

Offer your time and skills to support survivors directly, help run programs, or assist with community outreach. Your involvement helps create a safer, more supportive environment for those in need.

Person holding a mix of coins and a torn piece of paper with the handwritten message "MAKE A CHANGE," standing outdoors.

Donate

Support survivors by giving a one-time or monthly recurring financial contribution or donating essential items like toiletries, clothing, and household supplies. Your generosity helps provide emergency shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and daily necessities for individuals and families escaping domestic abuse.

A diverse group of people gathered outdoors, some smiling and chatting, during a sunny event with trees in the background.

Fundraising and Events

Explore our event calendar to discover upcoming fundraisers and community gatherings. Join us to raise awareness, show your support, and help fund vital services for survivors of domestic abuse. Every event is a chance to make a meaningful difference.

A woman with light blonde hair, wearing a blue patterned shirt and a red lanyard, is pointing at a whiteboard with handwritten notes and a mountain drawing, explaining something to an audience in a conference room.

Help raise awareness about domestic abuse and the work of The Dove Project by inviting us to speak at your school, workplace, church, or community group. Our team can share information about recognizing abuse, supporting survivors, and the free services we offer. Presentations can be tailored to different audiences and needs.

Request a Presentation

Contact Us

Interested in working together? Fill out some info and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Follow us on social media!

A black and white image of a hand covering the face of a person, with text promoting Dove Project, Inc. and a helpline number, and a message saying, "Love should never hurt."
Small dog with black, white, and tan fur wearing a purple bandana standing outside on a leash.
The Rylander Library, a historic brick and stone building with white columns, sits under a blue sky with fluffy clouds. The library's sign is visible, and there are trees and cars in the surrounding area.
Group of people and children with dogs on a sidewalk, some dogs in costumes, near a police station building and parked cars.
A booth with a purple tablecloth and a large banner that reads 'Love Project, Inc. The love never hurts, stay here.' Four men are sitting behind the booth, drinking from cups and chatting; one is wearing a Santa hat, another a bandana, and the third
Small black dog wearing a purple bandana with purple spots on a leash, walking on a sidewalk near grass.
Silhouette of a woman with a light behind her, with motivational text saying, 'She needed a hero so that’s what she became.'
A woman standing behind a table holding a purple bandana with animal abuse awareness symbols. The table displays purple cups, a purple shirt, and cookies, at an outdoor event supporting animal abuse prevention.
Small dog wearing a purple bandana walking on a leash on a sidewalk with grass nearby.
Small dog on a leash walking on a sidewalk with shadows cast by the setting sun.
Dog wearing an 'Adopt Me' vest walking on a sidewalk next to grass.
A dog on a leash wearing a purple bandana walking on a sidewalk near a grassy area.
Two dogs dressed in costumes on a sidewalk, with one wearing a cape and the other in a purple bandana, being walked by their owners.
A young girl walking a small dog down a sidewalk in a small town, with buildings and a few people in the background.
A girl holding a black and brown dog with purple bandanas, smiling outdoors near parked cars.
Children and adults walking dogs in a small park with trees and grass in a downtown area
Woman walking a dog and a young girl on a sidewalk in a small town.