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- EIN 52-1054102
- (202) 667-7001
- 5 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC DC 20005 USA
- www.houseofruth.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Domestic Violence, Family Violence Shelters, Homeless & Housing, Homeless Centers, Homeless Shelters, Human Services
Mission: Our Mission: House of Ruth empowers women, children, and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse, and houselessness. Founded in 1976, House of Ruth has been a leading provider of housing and supportive services for women, children, and families experiencing trauma associated with domestic violence, houselessness, mental health, substance use, and poverty in Washington, D.C.
Target demographics: women, children, and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse, and houselessness.
Geographic areas served: Washington, D.C.
Programs: • Housing Services through 13 service-enriched housing programs; • Child and Family Development Center at Kidspace; and • Counseling Services through no-cost counseling service available to anyone residing in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia, regardless of gender, who has experienced domestic violence.