Give a Fresh Start

Give the gift of a Fresh Start to a woman at Calvary this spring by donating essential items such as bedding, towels, and other self-care items. Donate today through our Amazon Wishlist.

Provide a Fresh Start to Honor the Women in Your Life

Empowered Women

Our new short film, Empowered Women, tells the story of women who have transformed their lives and ended their homelessness through Calvary programs. Watch the film here.

Empowered Women

2023 Hope Gala Recap

The 2023 Hope Gala brought together community leaders and businesses to celebrate the success of women changing their lives through our programs. Read about the event, this year’s honorees, and see photos from the night here.

2023 Hope Gala Recap

Looking Toward the Future: We are Hiring!

As our community’s needs have grown, Calvary continues to grow to meet the challenge. We are expanding our senior staff team to include a Clinical Director. Learn more about how this position will impact Calvary’s work.

Looking Toward the Future: We are Hiring!

Partners for Tomorrow

Our Partners for Tomorrow are a dedicated group of donors who are committed to supporting the women at Calvary Women’s Services every single month. Learn more about the impact you can have by joining today.

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Ending homelessness.
Inspiring hope. Transforming lives.

Give a Fresh Start

Give the gift of a Fresh Start to a woman at Calvary this spring by donating essential items such as bedding, towels, and other self-care items. Donate today through our Amazon Wishlist.

Learn More

Empowered Women

Our new short film, Empowered Women, tells the story of women who have transformed their lives and ended their homelessness through Calvary programs. Watch the film here.

Learn More

2023 Hope Gala Recap

The 2023 Hope Gala brought together community leaders and businesses to celebrate the success of women changing their lives through our programs. Read about the event, this year’s honorees, and see photos from the night here.

Learn More

Looking Toward the Future: We are Hiring!

As our community’s needs have grown, Calvary continues to grow to meet the challenge. We are expanding our senior staff team to include a Clinical Director. Learn more about how this position will impact Calvary’s work.

Learn More

Partners for Tomorrow

Our Partners for Tomorrow are a dedicated group of donors who are committed to supporting the women at Calvary Women’s Services every single month. Learn more about the impact you can have by joining today.

Learn More

About Calvary

We support women as they use their own strengths and skills to reach their goals. Women here form a community of support — a sisterhood — that fosters an environment where everyone can reach their highest potential. Each woman who comes through our doors has unique needs. With the right services and encouragement, they are empowered to transform their own lives.

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After years of struggling with alcohol and substance abuse, Verlette decided it was time to make a change.
Watch Verlette Tell Her Story In Her Own Words

What's New At Calvary

Events

June 6, 2023

Cocktails for Calvary

Kick off the summer with Cocktails for Calvary! Join us for refreshing drinks and tasty hors d’oeuvres on Dacha Beer Garden’s beautiful patio in Shaw, as you learn about our transformative pro…
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On the Blog

April 5, 2023

Mary's Story

Mary came to Calvary Women’s Services in July 2022, seeking a safe home after experiencing domestic violence. When she first arrived, she was battling depression, feeling isolated and unsure of who…
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Volunteer Spotlight

February 24, 2023

Volunteer Spotlight: Eurice Moore

As a part of our holistic care model, Calvary is dedicated to ensuring the women we serve have access to warm and nutritious meals so that they are in the best position to focus on rebuilding their li…
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Get Involved

The ongoing success of our programs would not be possible without the dedication of volunteers.

Become a Volunteer

Give a Gift

Make a difference in the lives of women who are working to overcome homelessness.

Make a Donation

A Year of Impact:

60,000+
Nights of Safe Housing
80,000+
Nutritious Meals Served
530+
Sessions with a Therapist
330+
Hours of Education Courses

Making a Difference

Our programs are designed for women who are survivors of violence and trauma, are living with mental illness, or are in recovery from substance abuse. Through personalized services and with peer support, each woman identifies and builds on her own strengths in order to meet her goals for safe housing, good health, and financial independence.

Housing Health Employment Education

Success Stories

Thank you for making a huge difference in my life with your smile, respect, and warm welcome into My Calvary Family with love
Read MH's Thank You to her Case Manager
Kris Thompson
"All of the women who come to Calvary want to achieve good health, safe housing, and financial independence — and they can! I strongly believe that each woman has the gifts and strengths she needs to be successful."
Kris Thompson, Chief Executive Officer
Serena Agaba Rwejuna
"I am proud to be part of a team that is working to ensure we are able to continue to empower women to transform their lives. Seeing the results that are borne out of Calvary’s services and programs is nothing short of inspirational!"
Serena Agaba Rwejuna, Calvary Board of Directors Member
Natalia Li
"I am inspired by the wonderful women I meet at Calvary, and I admire their dedication and perseverance under the most challenging circumstances."
Natalia Li, Volunteer
Jeff Wood
"Working with Calvary Women’s Services allows us to provide support for an organization committed to ensuring women across the D.C metro area are leading healthy lives and are on the right track toward improved financial well-being."
Jeff Wood, Greater Washington market president, Bank of America

Our Partners
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