DASH has been one of my favorite charities to donate to for years and there mission helping survivors of domestic abuse is truly important work.
I continue to be impressed by the amazing work of DASH. As a DC resident, I see the passion and commitment of the DASH team to serving women and families who are survivors of domestic violence. Working locally in the DMV has such a positive impact on our community. DASH provides so much with limited resources and works with integrity and compassion to provide the comprehensive services these families need.
I joined the board of DASH last year after a number of years as a supporter and admirer of their critical programs in the DC community. The DASH leadership team and staff display exceptional commitment to their mission of providing access to safe housing and services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and their families. DASH's unique model focuses on meeting survivors where they are and eliminating barriers to access. DASH has received numerous awards and recognition for their innovative approach and impact. I feel honored to serve this incredible organization.
DASH is a leader in providing housing and support services for survivors of domestic violence and their families. Through comprehensive and thoughtful programming, DASH centers survivors and their dignity. DASH's staff and leadership team are incredibly dedicated to their work and it shows in everything the organization does. We are lucky to have DASH in the community.
DASH is an incredible organization, with amazing team members led by an extraordinary CEO, Koube Ngaaje. DASH has an innovative model that allows them to serve the DV community (including children and the elderly) in transformative and inclusive ways. DASH is in fact the largest provider of safe housing for underserved survivors of domestic & sexual violence in DC and its services are absolutely critical for the DMV area. Under Koube's leadership, DASH has very deservedly won numerous awards for its unique and outstanding model, services and team. I feel very privileged to be involved with DASH!
I have worked with DASH in multiple capacities: board member and board chair, donor, volunteer, and as a consultant to DASH staff. I am always so impressed with the professionalism, dedication, and compassion of the staff. The range of programs DASH provides is truly unique and proven effective, and the staff are so committed to ensuring success for each survivor they work with. I'd encourage anyone to learn more about DASH's incredible work!
DASH is doing award-winning and innovative work in the DC community to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence and families with longer-term housing, basic essentials, and economic empowerment services. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and there is no better time to recognize the outstanding contributions of this dynamic, female-led organization that is providing survivors with the opportunity to create lives free from violence. DASH is an organization that reflects the strength of the diversity of our community in creating a better future for all.
I've worked with DASH as both a volunteer and member of the board for the past 4 years including riding the wave of the COVID-19 impact. I have been incredibly impressed with their resilience, focus on survivors and passionate and thoughtful approach to filling desperately needed housing needs for survivors of domestic violence. DASH is a great organization, led by an incredibly passionate and talented team.
I am a proud board member of DASH! What drew me to this fantastic organization was the low barrier, survivor-centered support that provides apartment style living for survivors and their children. Most young children who have lived there never even knew they were in a support program! Also, DASH's Survivor's Resilience Fund is incredibly unique in that it gives survivors the bridge money they need for immediate, real-life expenses that are standing in between them and homelessness. Sometimes a hand up like that is all it takes to give survivors the "breathing room" they need to get back on their feet. In this day and age of endless bureaucracy, it's quite extraordinary and so meaningful to those that need it most.