Helping survivors of domestic violence and homelessness since 1976. COVID-19 UPDATE: We are open for business and serving our hundreds of clients in this time of uncertainty, illness and difficulty.
Read MoreFounded in 1976, House of Ruth empowers women, children and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse and homelessness. House of Ruth offers comprehensive support for women, children and families. Our continuum of services encompasses enriched housing for families and single women, trauma-informed daycare for children, and free counseling to empower anyone, regardless of gender, who is a survivor of trauma and abuse. Our programs provide individualized support to rebuild safe, independent, and sustainable lives.
Women & children dealing with:
Homelessness
Domestic Violence
Mental Illness
Substance Abuse
Recent Incarcerations
We Offer:
Safe & Stable Homes
Recovery Management
Expert, Nurturing Support
Therapeutic Childcare (6wks-5yrs)
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For over 40 years, House of Ruth has provided safe and stable housing to women, children and families in the DC area who have experienced homelessness and abuse. See below for a snapshot of House of Ruth's impact!
Number of families served per night in our six family programs
Number of women helped per night in our five singles programs
The average age of a child in a family program
Number of children served in our family programs
The average head of household age in a family program
Number of counseling hours provided by DVSC annually
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Happy Juneteenth! ✨
Celebrate and Commemorate the History Behind Juneteenth by:
🔸Learning the full history of Juneteenth.
🔸Support Black-owned businesses.
🔸Acknowledge and spread the word.
🔸Donate to supportive organizations.
🔸Attend Juneteenth events.
Are you celebrating today? ⬇️
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Join us on June 25th for the #kidsspace Job Fair. We will be conducting onsite interviews and meeting with candidates from 9am - 1pm. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
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House of Ruth is in need of a replacement van! 🚌
The van shuttles clients to meetings, takes diapers to clients, and delivers holiday gifts, among many, many other tasks. It's been a challenge to find a van that can accommodate our clients on the east coast.
While in search, a generous, long-time donor has provided a match to purchase a van, and now this is where we need your help to make this goal come to life!
Our goal is to raise $40,000 on May 18th to purchase a van! (Early Giving Starts Now!) If you can donate $5, $100, or $1,000 to help the House of Ruth –– for the next 20 years!
Donate online to our 'A Day in May Van Fundraiser' by visiting Houseofruth.org/DayInMay/ or send in a check with 'van' in the memo to House of Ruth!
We're so grateful for your help and support! ♥️
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We still need your help! ♥️
House of Ruth is in need of a replacement van! 🚌
The van shuttles clients to meetings, takes diapers to clients, and delivers holiday gifts, among many, many other tasks. It's been a challenge to find a van that can accommodate our clients on the east coast.
While in search, a generous, long-time donor has provided a match to purchase a van, and now this is where we need your help to make this goal come to life!
Our goal is to raise $40,000 on May 18th to purchase a van! (Early Giving Starts Now!) If you can donate $5, $100, or $1,000 to help the House of Ruth –– for the next 20 years!
Donate online to our 'A Day in May Van Fundraiser' by visiting Houseofruth.org/DayInMay/ or send in a check with 'van' in the memo to House of Ruth!
We're so grateful for your help and support! ♥️
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Let the shimmies resume! 💃
DC's own belly dancing flash mob returns to Freedom Plaza today at 12P to perform live for the first time since 2019! After a two-year absence due to COVID restrictions, the fantastic dance team will resume its live performances in downtown Washington, D.C on World Bellydance Day!
You don't want to miss it! 🎉
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We're still hiring!! Join us on July 13th for the #Houseofruth Job Fair. We will be conducting onsite interviews and meeting with candidates from 5:30pm - 7pm. We look forward to seeing everyone there!
#jobfair #washingtondc #dc #assistantteachers #hiring #teacher
House of Ruth empowers women, children and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse and homelessness.
To learn more and to support the House of Ruth, visit http://Houseofruth.org
Join us on TODAY for the #kidsspace Job Fair. We will be conducting onsite interviews and meeting with candidates from 9am - 1pm. We look forward to seeing everyone there. #hopestartshere 🏠☀️
Join us on June 25th for the #kidsspace Job Fair. We will be conducting onsite interviews and meeting with candidates from 9am - 1pm. We look forward to seeing everyone there. #hopestartshere 🏠☀️
To read more on Lorena's story or to learn more on House of Ruth's Domestic Violence Support Center, please visit http://HouseofRuth.org.
Please contact 202-667-7001 ext. 320 or intake@houseofruth.org to learn about how House of Ruth can help.