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Dutchess Dior Foundation

Turning Pain Into Purpose.

Empowering survivors of domestic violence, educating our youth, and building safe pathways to healing across the Central Savannah River Area.

Two mothers with their children, representing families served by the foundation
Jacqueline Rucker, CEO and Founder of Dutchess Dior Foundation

Our Founder

A Promise Kept.
A Legacy Honored.

“After losing my daughter to domestic violence, I made a promise to turn my pain into purpose. I established the Dutchess Dior Foundation to support survivors, protect youth, and ensure that children who lose a parent receive the care and resources they deserve.”

— Jacqueline Rucker, CEO & Founder

Jacqueline Rucker is a leader grounded in integrity, compassion, and unwavering determination. Armed with a degree in Business Management and a heart forged through personal tragedy, she built this foundation not as a career, but as a calling. Her daughter's two children inspire her every day to fight for families who need stability, love, and support during unimaginable moments.

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Our Mission

Killing the Silence.
Creating the Future.

“Our mission is to kill the silence to domestic violence by empowering survivors, educating communities, and building safe pathways to healing.”

Empowering Survivors

Providing essential resources, compassionate referrals, and dedicated support to help survivors rebuild their lives with dignity, safety, and renewed hope.

Educating Youth

Community and school-based education programs designed to teach healthy relationship dynamics and equip young people to recognize and prevent violence before it begins.

Supporting Families

Ensuring children affected by domestic violence — especially those who have lost a parent — receive the stability, resources, and care they need to thrive and heal.

How We Help

Our Programs & Services

Discover our core initiatives designed to bring hope, healing, and a brighter tomorrow to survivors and families in the CSRA.

Compassionate professional support

Core Service

Crisis Referrals & Support

Connecting survivors with safe housing, legal assistance, counseling services, and emergency resources throughout the Central Savannah River Area.

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Young people learning together

Prevention

Youth Prevention Education

School and community-based workshops focused on recognizing warning signs of unhealthy relationships and fostering respect, empathy, and healthy boundaries.

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Family support and care

Legacy Fund

The Legacy Fund

Financial assistance and dedicated resource allocation for children who have lost a parent to domestic violence, honoring their parent’s memory through meaningful support.

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Stay Connected

Events

Community gatherings, workshops, and opportunities to stand with survivors and families will be shared here.

Working Together

Trusted Community Partners

We collaborate with local and regional organizations to expand our reach and provide comprehensive support to survivors and families.

Community Partners

Wesby Enterprises
Sweets by Nique
Styles & Beyond
BRIDGE
Nurse T’s Creations

Our Sponsors

Shop & Support

Wear Your Purpose

Every purchase from the Dutchess Dior collection directly funds survivor support programs and youth education initiatives.

“Pain to Purpose” Hoodie

“Pain to Purpose” Hoodie

$45.00

Butterfly Tote Bag

Butterfly Tote Bag

$25.00

Survivor Empowerment Journal

Survivor Empowerment Journal

$18.00

Dutchess Dior Cap

Dutchess Dior Cap

$30.00

Join the Movement

There Are Many Ways to Make a Difference

Whether you give your time, your resources, or your voice — every contribution helps us build safer communities and stronger families.

Donate

Your financial contribution provides immediate resources to families in crisis, funds vital prevention education, and honors the legacy of those we have lost.

Volunteer

Lend your time and talents to our mission. We need passionate community members to assist with events, outreach, administrative support, and program delivery.

Partner

Join our growing network of community leaders and businesses working together to eradicate domestic violence and create lasting change in the CSRA.