The Silent Auction for the 2026 Hope Gala is Live!

From once-in-a-lifetime experiences to thoughtfully curated packages, this year’s silent auction features items that are not only exciting, but also directly support women rebuilding their lives after homelessness.

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Two Years After the Explosion That Changed Everything

In case you missed it, Calvary Women’s Services was recently featured in a segment for WUSA9 with Matthew Torres, highlighting how we reopened our life-saving programs just six months after a devastating explosion damaged our Good Hope program site.

https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/local/dc/budget-cuts-possible-for-dc-womens-shelter-as-homelessness-rates-rise/65-e0da8d75-3353-4095-abc4-92407f51a1eb

Mark Your Calendar for Calvary Up Close

During this immersive and interactive Open House, you’ll gain personal insight into the challenges women experiencing homelessness face and how Calvary’s supportive housing and services empower them to overcome these barriers and build stable, empowered lives. We hope you’ll join us on May 2 at 10 AM!

Path to Hope

Our new short film, Path to Hope, tells the stories of women who have transformed their lives and ended their homelessness through Calvary programs. Watch the film here.

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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.

The Silent Auction for the 2026 Hope Gala is Live!

From once-in-a-lifetime experiences to thoughtfully curated packages, this year’s silent auction features items that are not only exciting, but also directly support women rebuilding their lives after homelessness.

Learn More

Two Years After the Explosion That Changed Everything

In case you missed it, Calvary Women’s Services was recently featured in a segment for WUSA9 with Matthew Torres, highlighting how we reopened our life-saving programs just six months after a devastating explosion damaged our Good Hope program site.

Learn More

Path to Hope

Our new short film, Path to Hope, tells the stories of women who have transformed their lives and ended their homelessness through Calvary programs. Watch the film here.

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

October 4, 2025

6th Annual Community Walk

Join us in our journey to end homelessness. Sign up, today, for the 2025 Calvary Women’s Services Community Walk. Take advantage of early registration: $30 through August 15. Regular registration is…
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On the Blog

August 28, 2025

How Healing Flows Both Ways at Calvary

Abby Clayborne has been a standout volunteer at Calvary, volunteering each month as an education facilitator in Life Skills, Education and Arts Program (LEAP), since September 2024.  A CPA at Deloitt…
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Volunteer Spotlight

June 6, 2024

Volunteer Spotlight: Support + Feed

Volunteers not only provide invaluable services to residents but also gain something valuable in return through the relationships they build and the meaningful work they do at Calvary Women’s Se…
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Get Involved

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

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

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A Year of Impact:

46,600+
Nights of Safe Housing
50,800+
Nutritious Meals Served
750
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

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