MISSION

Willow Tree Missions is a Christ-centered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to eliminating domestic violence and abuse in Piatt County. The organization provides vital assistance to affected families through: 

  • Safety planning for prevention, escape, transition, and recovery
  • Emergency shelter for victims in imminent danger
  • Legal advocacy and assistance with protection orders
  • Emotional and spiritual support
  • Short-term transitional resources
  • Collaboration with law enforcement
  • Community-wide education

VISION

To be God’s hands and feet in the community, building stronger families and eliminating domestic violence through compassionate service and faith-driven action. 

SERVICES

Available to all Piatt County residents regardless of background, and extended to neighboring counties as resources allow. Services include shelter, counseling, education, legal support, and more. 

tagline

Eliminating Domestic Violence & Building Stronger Families 

FUNDING SOURCES

  • Two resale shops in Monticello, Illinois
  • Individual and corporate donations
  • Grants and fundraising events
  • Volunteer contributions totaling nearly 7,000 hours annually

locations

  • Washington Street: Family Service Center & Resale Shop
  • Monroe Street: Donation Center, Furniture & Home Improvement Shop  

history highlights

Established in 2007 first in Cisco and now in located in Monticello, Willow Tree Missions is a Christ centered non-profit corporation that operates resale shops that fund services for victims of domestic abuse. Family Service Center staff assist clients determined to escape abusive situations and create healthier, safer environments for themselves and their children. For victims in imminent situations, Willow Tree provides emergency shelter and assistance with food, clothing, transportation, and household needs. Willow Tree Missions partners with law enforcement officials and community advocates to obtain orders of protection, provide safety planning, and make legal referrals. To help clients move forward, ongoing crisis support and spiritual counseling are provided by the Family Service Center. Recognizing the interaction between education, substance abuse, and emotional/physical trauma, Willow Tree Missions have instituted Christ centered support programs and proactive educational outreach initiatives.