The History of WRAP
WRAP is a private, non-profit agency that was established in 1975 by concerned members of the Jackson community. WRAP's purpose is to provide crisis intervention and advocacy for adult and child victims of domestic violence and sexual assault from the initial crisis line call through the medical and legal processes. WRAP's objective is to provide quality services to victims in the West Tennessee area. Services are provided free of charge to anyone requesting assistance without regard to age, sex, race, sexual preference or religious affiliation. The program concentrates on the victim rather than the perpetrators. However, WRAP is prepared to provide perpetrators with referrals to agencies who can provide the services they need.

WRAP began as a community effort and continues to exist because of community support. Wrap is funded by United Way of West Tennessee. In addition, civic groups, businesses and community agencies have contributed to the agency through donations of money, time, materials and supplies. WRAP has active volunteers who serve many capacities. Volunteers maintain WRAP's 24 hour crisis line, accompany victims to court and to the hospital, work in the office and work at the shelter with women and children providing support, information, advocacy, etc. WRAP, through the dedicated efforts of these persons, has experienced growth and accomplishment since its origination in 1975.