For 43 years, Calvary Women’s Services has never closed its doors. And now, in the face of shrinking government funding and an 18% rise in homelessness, we are preparing to meet a new wave of challenges—and opportunities – with courage and…

On Wednesday, April 23rd, Calvary Women’s Services raised more than $550,000 with more than 300 people in attendance at the 2025 Hope Gala, held at the Ritz Carlton in Washington, DC. Thank you to everyone who contributed! Whether you donated,…

On Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025, Calvary Women’s Services will host its annual Hope Gala, a premier fundraising event dedicated to advancing its mission to end homelessness for women in Washington, DC.  The evening will feature a VIP and cocktail r…

Calvary Women’s Services Honors Tonia Wellons as the 2025 Hope Award Recipient at the Annual Hope Gala We are thrilled to announce that Tonia Wellons, President & CEO of the Greater Washington Community Foundation, has been named Calvary’…

Calvary Women’s Services extends a heartfelt thank you to Aura Cacia, recipient of the 2024 Partner of the Year Award. Aura Cacia was honored at the 2024 Hope Gala last April in recognition of their unwavering commitment to empowering women and sup…

The Hope Gala is a powerful gathering of community leaders, advocates, and businesses, uniting to celebrate the triumphs of women who have overcome homelessness through Calvary’s life-changing programs. When: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Cocktail Rece…

Calvary Women’s Services stands with those raising their voices across the country and in our city to oppose systemic and institutional racism and acts of injustice against Black Americans. We remain committed to doing everything in our power to bu…

By Elaine Johnson Our connection with the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) began as an outgrowth of Calvary’s Green Committee. Thinking that we should approach a new recycling campaign holistically, I was asked to reach out to organizat…

Calvary Women’s Services had the opportunity last week to join the Theater Alliance for the world premiere of Spark, a play featuring strong female leads that delves into themes including recovery from trauma, poverty, strained relationships and he…

Amanda Griesser is the new Communications Associate for Calvary Women’s Services. She started last month and has already been busy writing, editing and tweeting all about Calvary’s work and programs. Get to know Amanda and please welcome her as…