Here at Blank Page Project, our primary goal is to provide an easily accessible, growing network of safe, affordable, private, and secure housing for post-separation adult, child, and pet survivors of coercive control.
(That’s a mouthful. Think of it like online vacation rentals, except specially designed for survivors with extras like affordability and security measures.)
Our founder had to spend 30 days in an abusive environment after making the decision to leave simply because the local domestic violence shelter wasn’t an option when trying to keep several neurodiverse kids and their pets together with their primary caregiver during one of the most traumatic events of their lives. Post separation, she and her family spent the next four years in a series of leaking, moldy, pest infested, poorly insulated homes because of previous domestic finanical abuse and ongoing systemic coercive control. She knows first hand that safe, affordable housing that keeps everyone (including pets) together is a necessary part of the healing journey for survivors.
For now, the Blank Page Project is accepting donations toward the purchase of a handful of multi unit properties in Southern Maine. (Click on the [donation form] if you want to make a donation. You will need an email address and a debit/credit card, but we won’t share your information).
Our vision is to expand to a nationwide network of online and app-based, searchable housing opportunities called Makasa (more about that name later).
Until then, you can consider investing in these efforts locally by offering the use of your available accessory units, apartments, and real estate at or below market value. After a careful interview process, we’ll take care of connecting you with survivors in need. Imagine what a difference you can make!