House of Ruth provides homes and comprehensive, supportive services to abused and homeless women and children in Washington, DC. House of Ruth was founded in 1976 to provide housing and supportive services to women who were homeless and abused.
We housed eight women our first night. Today, at twelve residential locations, a developmental day care facility, and a free domestic violence counseling center, we serve more than 1,000 women and children every year.
We housed eight women our first night. Today, at twelve residential locations, a developmental day care facility, and a free domestic violence counseling center, we serve more than 1,000 women and children every year.
Mission: Our mission is to help women, children and families in greatest need and with very limited resources build safe, stable lives and achieve their highest potential. Our goal is to help the women and children achieve safety, stability and the greatest possible self-sufficiency.
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With your contribution, we can help families begin to rebuild a path toward safe, independent, and sustainable lives through programs like Kidspace and counseling services. Donate today to help families in crisis! #GivingTuesday https://houseofruth.org/donate-now/
Don’t forget! #GivingTuesday is TOMORROW and we need your help! Consider making a contribution for local women and families experiencing domestic violence or homelessness. https://houseofruth.org/donate-now/
During these hard times where you can't celebrate and congregate with your family and friends for the holidays, we still want to give the families a little normalcy. Every year we have a Thanksgiving Dinner with the families. This year we had to pre-package the meal and deliver it to the families. They were very appreciative of the meals. And thanked us for the time and effort it took to prepare a delicious meal for them.
This #GivingTuesday, help us enrich our programs that provide housing, childcare, and counseling to those healing from trauma, abuse, and homelessness. Every donation is appreciated! https://houseofruth.org/donate-now/
#GivingTuesday is December 1! Help us empower women, children, and families who are survivors of abuse and homelessness. Your donation will provide the support and tools they need to rebuild their lives. https://houseofruth.org/donate-now/
So excited about this building!
Our garden volunteers helped us enormously to create this beautiful bounty ... we love #volunteers
Help @brandsandmakers raise money for some great causes!
We salute the bakers, the donors, and the CLIENTS who are leaving scary things behind this Halloween ... thanks for donating these great treats to House of Ruth ...
We love @confidentsystazsocialclub for their amazing generosity for our clients. Thanks for everything!!
Keeping our spirits up with door decorating contests as we wrap up #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth
So grateful to our donors who keep our hardworking clients in diapers, detergent, deodorant and more!
Sandra Jackson, our president and CEO, explains how child care is key to overcoming disparities within domestic violence in the D.C. community. Read her piece in The DC Line to learn more! https://thedcline.org/2020/10/29/sandra-jackson-expanding-child-care-can-help-black-women-overcome-disparities-in-domestic-violence/
Approximately 25% of women and 14% of men in the United States — and a staggering 39% of women in DC — will face domestic violence within their lifetimes. This pernicious problem finds its way into all corners of the country and can be damaging and d
Talking about breast cancer prevention at House of Ruth ... #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth
One more #purplethursday💜 post ... #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth
#purplethursday💜 at House of Ruth continues #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth
Representing #purplethursday at House of Ruth. Thanks @ShootHoopsNotGuns for the awesome design.
We love our friends ReVased for bringing light to clients during #domesticviolenceawarenessmonth
Thank you Child Care Counts for the shout out and support!
Their board is matching the high bids on three of the items at their annual silent auction (up to $500) for House of Ruth.
For more information about the Child Care Counts silent auction and to see a list of items, visit: https://www.dcchildcarecounts.org/bighearts.html
Timely piece by Petula Dvorak in today's Washington Post. One of our current families was referred by an agency that assists survivors of domestic violence. We are helping by providing a child care scholarship to this family so Mom can work and feel confident that her son is being well cared for. By coincidence, our board has pledged to match the highest bidder of two silent auction items in our upcoming online auction, and donate that amount (up to $500) to House of Ruth, in honor of the item's donor and the purchaser. #ChildCareCounts #PetulaDvorak #HouseofRuth #EndDomesticViolence
For more info about the auction and to see a list of items: https://www.dcchildcarecounts.org/bighearts.html
The pandemic has caused upheaval for all of us, but for victims of domestic violence it can mean being trapped in close quarters with an abuser. Learn more about this important issue and the value of resources like #Kidspace https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/domestic-abuse-has-risen-during-the-pandemic-groups-like-the-house-of-ruth-are-ready/2020/10/01/e46922c8-03ea-11eb-b7ed-141dd88560ea_story.html
Staying at home has meant kids and parents are trapped with their abusers.
The day has finally come: Kidspace is open! We’re looking forward to sparking curiosity and creativity in the children we serve every day through this program.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2g-VteTjEuM
Please join us on our virtual grand opening tour of Kidspace! House of Ruth's newly built Kidspace facility was made possible by our dedicated community of s...
Kidspace has had a glow up! We can’t wait for the official launch of our new space tomorrow!
We’re one day away from opening up our reimagined Kidspace! Every child deserves to grow and learn in a supportive environment.
Our new Kidspace is opening up soon! Our updated facility is doubling our capacity — soon, we’ll be able to care for 88 infants, toddlers, and children from the DC area.
Reading is a crucial element of child development. During the 2019-2020 school year, we sent each Kidspace student home with four new books every week. Every child deserves a home library, especially while they’re learning.
We're excited to announce that our fearless leader, Sandra Jackson, has been promoted to President & CEO of House of Ruth. Sandra has overseen so many exciting projects and initiatives on behalf of the women we serve and we could not be more proud!
#WendyWeek2020 is almost over! Don't forget to use the hashtag to show how you're celebrating Wendy!
"This is what we dreamed of and now we have it.” Thanks to @wjlatv for featuring our new Kidspace facility that will be officially opening next Wednesday! https://wjla.com/news/local/kidspace-child-care-service-program-moving-new-building
A brand new building in D. C's Southeast is a sign of hope for parents of young children in Ward 7 and 8. A long running program, Kidspace, which provides free child care services to children in need for more than 30 years will officially have a new home. The new facility located at the original sit...
According to the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, 74% of Black moms provide at least 40% of their family’s earnings. These women need access to free, high-quality childcare.
This week is #WendyWeek2020! Share how you're honoring Wendy's memory through the hashtag!
Children make up 31% of the population living in poverty. Free access to childcare is an important part of lifting families out of poverty.
This Wednesday our executive director, Sandra Jackson, will be speaking with the folks at Project Womb about the need for sanitary products for those experiencing homelessness. Join us to learn more!
This week, we are supporting our partners at the Wendy Martinez Legacy Project as they celebrate Wendy's life through #WendyWeek2020. We hope you will join us!
Childcare disproportionately falls on women's shoulders. According to a University of Southern California survey, 44% of women reported being the only household member providing care to their children compared to 14% of men.
Kidspace was designed to help women and their children.
The childcare crisis amidst #covid19 is disproportionately impacting parents of color, who have less access to telework opportunities, according to Center for American Progress. Kidspace is a safe learning environment for children to get the care they, and their families, deserve.
If you are seeking help or additional information, please contact [email protected] or call 202-667-7001 extension 320. If you have questions about our programs or how to support House of Ruth, please visit our website at www.houseofruth.org.
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Get ready to have an evening of laughter with our partner @Grassrootscomedydc at their virtual wellness comedy show tonight at 8pm. House of Ruth is the featured nonprofit this evening! You can get your ticket today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/well-well-well-comedy-livestream-007-tickets-116461187547?aff=erelexpmlt #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #DV #Domesticviolence #Domesticviolenceawareness #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
Thank you to Laurette, Lauren and Terri for their recent fundraisers for House of Ruth! #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #DV #Domesticviolence #Domesticviolenceawareness #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
At House of Ruth we provide housing but we also provide resources that help to heal the reasons behind chronic homelessness. To learn more please visit https://houseofruth.org/. #Rp #Safehousingpartnerships #Houseofruthdc #Counselling #Counselor #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
Domestic violence has economic effects in addition to physical and mental abuse. To learn more about House of Ruth services or to support please visit https://houseofruth.org/get-help/signs-of-domestic-abuse/ . #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #DV #Domesticviolence #Domesticviolenceawareness #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
To learn about our resources for domestic abuse victims or to help support our efforts please visit https://houseofruth.org/get-help/tips-for-survivors/. @ncadv #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #Donate #Caring #Domesticabuse #Domesticabuseawareness #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Firstresponder #Givingback #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
The second DC Council budget vote is coming up soon. Votes from @chairmanphilmendelson and the DC Council are needed to fix the FY21 budget. We stand with @dccadv in asking @chairmanphilmendelson and DC Council to invest $2M in critical DV services. #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #EndDVinDC #JustRecoveryDC #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
Did you know that you can host #Facebook fundraisers to support House of Ruth? We are truly grateful for everyone who thought of us with their recent fundraisers! #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
We hope that you were encouraged by Janeen's story. To read Janeen's full story please visit https://houseofruth.org/storiesofhope-janeen/. #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #Teamhope #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
If you are experiencing domestic abuse or know someone who is visit https://houseofruth.org/get-help/tips-for-survivors/ . You can schedule an initial conversation with our Domestic Violence Support Center to see how we might be able to help. #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #Counseling #Therapy #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
We are so grateful for our Executive Director Ms. Sandra Jackson. She is passionate about helping every client and encouraging every staff member at the House of Ruth. To view this full video please visit https://youtu.be/M6i0-9HnqDc #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
To learn more about our resources or to support families experiencing domestic abuse please visit https://houseofruth.org/get-help/how-to-help-your-children/ . #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
To learn more about our resources or to support survivors of domestic abuse at the House of Ruth DC visit https://houseofruth.org/get-help/counseling-for-women/ . #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
This #ThankfulThursday we want to show our appreciation to our board member Steve Badt and all of his wonderful friends and family who have donated meals to the House of Ruth. #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
To learn about the warning signs or to support survivors of domestic abuse at the House of Ruth DC visit https://houseofruth.org/get-help/tips-for-survivors/ #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
Julie and Stephanie thank you so much for providing these items for the women and children at House of Ruth #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #Donate #Caring #Thankful #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Firstresponder #Givingback #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
Protecting yourself from domestic abuse has become even harder with the current pandemic. To learn more about the warning signs or to support survivors of domestic abuse at the House of Ruth DC visit https://houseofruth.org/get-help/tips-for-survivors/ . #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
We are grateful for our #Covidhero Elizabeth Workman for helping us to provide meals to the families in our programs. You can support House of Ruth DC by nominating your own #Covidhero in a short video clip with the tags @Houseofruthdc @CSCSLaw and #MyCovidHeroDC . House of Ruth DC will receive a $25 donation for every Covid hero video clip that is shared until June 8th. Learn more at https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/covid-heroes/ #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #Teamhope #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
We are so grateful to Mr. He for his recent donations of masks to House of Ruth DC. This donation will help to keep the families in our programs safe as we get through this Covid pandemic. @Fox5dc #Fox5dc #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #LifePreservationInitiative #Teamhope #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder
Happy Mother's Day! #Houseofruthdc #Happymothersday #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
We are able to help wonderful women like Serena thanks to our donors. To view Serena's full story visit the link below https://houseofruth.org/storiesofhope-serena/ #Houseofruthdc #Hopestartshere #MobilizeDMV #Storiesofhope #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
We are able to provide support to Aleya and other women and families thanks to our wonderful donors! #Houseofruthdc #Thankyou #Covid19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Safespace #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Fundraise #Communityoutreach #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
Sharing some positivity and happiness from our staff @Houseofruthdc. Thank you to the Needle Chasers of Chevy Chase for making these face masks. #Houseofruthdc #Thankyou #Covid-19 #Washingtondc #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Food #Allinthistogether #Essential #Essentialworker #Donate #Firstresponder #Caring #Givingback #Thankful #Charity #Communityoutreach #Fundraise #Nonprofitorganization #Socialgood
On January 20, 2020, House of Ruth's executive director Sandra L. Jackson was honored as Georgetown’s 2020 John Thompson Jr. Legacy of a Dream Award recipient. Each year, Georgetown University presents the award to an inspirational emerging local leader at the Let Freedom Ring! celebration on Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Kennedy Center. To learn more about Ms. Jackson and the Legacy of a Dream Award, please visit: https://www.georgetown.edu/news/house-of-ruth-leader-named-2020-legacy-of-a-dream-awardee/
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