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Why Give?

Imagine leaving everything behind in a single night. No toothbrush. No change of clothes. No soap, no comb, nothing that feels like your own. Just the courage it took to walk out the door and the hope that tomorrow can be different.

For the women and families, we serve, this is not imagined. It is the first day of a new life.

Ethel's House of Refuge exists for that day, and for every day after it. We are dedicated to supporting families as they rebuild their lives after surviving domestic abuse and trauma. We provide essential hygiene products, clothing, and compassionate assistance to people who have found the courage to escape unsafe environments.

We believe every person deserves dignity, cleanliness, and the chance to start anew. Something as simple as a hot shower with their own soap, or a clean outfit that fits, tells a survivor: you matter, you are safe, and you are not alone. Our goal is that no one beginning their healing journey ever goes without the essentials they need.

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Our Positive Impact

"I’ll never forget the day their support reached me. Thanks to this donation program, I had access to the resources I needed to get back on my feet. I’m not just getting by anymore — I’m building something stronger."

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes. Ethel's House of Refuge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS, so your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law

  • Your donation goes directly to helping families rebuild their lives after surviving domestic abuse and trauma. Your gift helps us:

    • Provide hygiene essentials like soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, deodorant, and feminine care products, so survivors can feel clean and cared for from day one.

    • Supply clothing for women and children who often leave home with only what they're wearing, including outfits for job interviews as they work toward independence.

    • Offer compassionate assistance, from a welcoming presence to connections with other resources survivors need as they start over.

    • Keep our doors open by covering the basic costs of storing, organizing, and delivering donations to those in need.

    Donated items go straight into the hands of survivors, and financial gifts let us buy what's needed most, when it's needed. Every gift, large or small, helps make sure no one begins their healing journey without the basics

  • Yes! Volunteers are at the heart of what we do, and there are many ways to help:

    • Sort and organize donations so clothing and supplies are ready when survivors need them.

    • Assemble hygiene kits filled with essentials for women and families starting over.

    • Host a donation drive at your workplace, church, school, sorority, or community group.

    • Help at events by setting up, greeting guests, or supporting our fundraisers.

    • Share your skills in areas like social media, graphic design, grant writing, or event planning.

    • Spread the word by following us on social media and sharing our mission with friends and family.

    To get started, contact us

  • Yes! A gift in honor or memory of someone special is a meaningful way to celebrate a birthday, holiday, or milestone, or to remember a loved one while helping survivors start anew.

    When you donate, just let us know:

    • The name of the person you're honoring or remembering

    • Whether the gift is in honor of or in memory of them

    • The name and address (or email) of anyone you'd like us to notify

    We'll send a card or letter letting them know a gift was made in their name. The amount of your donation stays private. You'll receive your own acknowledgment letter for your tax records.