The Lakshmi Cow Sanctuary in Bangor, Pa., rescues cows headed for slaughter because, among other things, “cows are dear to Lord Krishna.” Its founder is Sankar Sastri. Contact through the website.

Vegetarian Friends is a Quaker organization dedicated to helping Quakers and others keep a vegetarian diet. The group publishes a monthly journal, The Peaceable Table.

The Universal Equalitarian Church is based on the principle that all species are created equal. It is based in Lamar, Mo.

The Healing Species provides classroom curricula and programs that bring rescued animals into schools in the belief that engaging children with animals will teach them compassion and prevent animal cruelty. Its website includes a statement of belief in a “Higher Power,” “Creator” and “Lord.” Cheri Brown Thompson is founder and president. It is based in Orangeburg, […]

The Christian Coalition Against Domestic Abuse is dedicated to providing leadership programs in communities to prevent domestic violence and to support those who have encountered the abuse.

Read an Aug. 4, 2010 article about domestic abuses cases against men that states “Law enforcement officials say women abusing men happens more than you might think.”

Read a report about domestic violence against men and how prevalent it is in society.

Read a guide on preventing domestic violence for houses of worship.

Read a March 2006 essay by Julia L. Perilla about how religious teachings and communities can help prevent domestic violence.