1 in 4 women experience domestic violence with severe physical abuse. 15 million children are exposed to domestic violence each year.

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A gift from you will keep our critically needed programs available, providing shelter, food, and emergency services to survivors of domestic violence and their children. Please, give today to help end violence and empower lives. We are truly grateful for your support.

To donate by check, please send a check payable to My Sister’s Place

1430 U Street, NW, #303
Washington, DC 20009

We are excited to now be able to accept cryptocurrency donations! If you would like to donate using cryptocurrency, you may do so by linking to our wallet here.

If you wish to receive a hard copy of the acknowledgement letter for a donation of under $100.00, or for your in-kind donation, please contact eromanova@mysistersplacedc.org. We will otherwise email an electronic letter for your records.

How your donation will impact MSP:

$5,000

Helps three families in our transitional housing program pay for security deposits so that they can secure safe housing for their families

$2,500

Covers the rent and counseling for a family in our transitional housing program for a month

$1,500

Provides financial assistance when needed most to 2-3 families in transitional housing programming to ensure they are not at risk of losing stable housing

$500

Allows MSP to host a Children’s Program event or activity

$250

Feeds a family in our emergency shelter for a month

$50

Provides new sheets and towels for a family moving into our emergency shelter

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What our donors say….

“For too long, the issue of violence in the home has gone unknown and unnoticed and has caused considerable psychiatric pain to the women who are affected. My Sister's Place sensitizes citizens to this problem, and I am happy to lend my support.”

- Rob

“As a young girl I saw my aunts flee domestic violence and come to my house. The issue is close to my heart and I will always support My Sister's Place.”

- Cherry

“I give because I think that everyone deserves a safe place to call home.”

- Martha

“I give because I was a child affected by domestic violence.”

- Daryl

“I couldn't help my friend, but I can help others. That's why I support My Sister's Place.”

- Thais

“Although I was hit by the financial crisis, like so many of us, I know MSP's clients still have less than I do. And when I can't afford to donate my money, I will donate my time.”

- Beth

“I give because I'm the one that got away. My Sister's Place saved my life.”

-Aisha

“All I wanted was to provide a safe environment for my children. My Sister's Place helped us with shelter during the cold days of January.”

- Tina

“I had a happy marriage; then it became abusive. I am now on my own- safe and happy for 7 years. I want to help others do this.”

– Stephanie

“One mean parent and one powerless one can do awful things to a child. Working with the counselors here and sharing with the other women has helped me to take my own power back.”

– Dominique

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More ways to give

In-Kind Donations

Thank you for your interest in giving to My Sister’s Place! We are grateful for your generosity. Please check our current Wish Items List posted below and if in doubt, please contact us.

All items given to My Sister’s Place go directly to residents of our Shelter and those in transitional housing programs. Donations may be dropped off at our administrative offices with prior coordination. Questions? Contact Elena Romanova at (202) 997-6156 or Email.

*PLEASE NOTE: If you wish to host a fundraising event or gift drive on behalf of My Sister’s Place, please contact Elena Romanova, Development Director at the contact info above. All fundraisers or gift drives MUST be reviewed by My Sister’s Place before going live. Use of the My Sister’s Place name and logo/branding for fundraising or gift drives may only be done with written permission from My Sister’s Place.

Please note we do NOT accept ANY clothing outside of our coat drive. Everyone deserves to have their own style and best fit. Should you wish to support this idea, a gift card from Target would be lovely to have.

Please see a list of our current needs below. The list is updated every quarter based on seasonal needs and supplies.

Toys for various ages

Cleaning Supplies

Baby wipes (we have plenty of diapers!)

Used/New Furniture

Functioning laptops

Towels

Kitchenware (new or gently used)

*If you have items to give that do not match our needs or guidelines, you may find other organization who accept in kind gifts here:

Alternative Organizations for In-Kind Donations

Amazon Wishlist

Don’t have the ability to drop-off donations in person? Donate through our Amazon Wishlist.

We are grateful for your generosity and want to thank you for your donation but giving through Amazon unfortunately does not give us your information. If you wish to receive a receipt for your wonderful in-kind donation,

Again, if you have any questions regarding donations or the above mentioned, please email your information to eromanova@mysistersplacedc.org.

Thanks again!

Amazon Smile

The Amazon Smile program allows you to shop as you normally would on Amazon, they donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to My Sister’s Place. Follow and bookmark the link next time you purchase from Amazon as an easy way to contribute!

Amazon Smile

Workplace Giving

United Way – Our partner code is #8449.

Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) – Go to the CFC link and type in our code to donate: #9753

The Catalogue for Philanthropy – You can find our page here My Sisters Place – CFP

DC One Fund – Go to the DC One Fund page here and use code #8449 to donate

Employer Matching Gifts – Check with your employer to see what Matching Gift options they offer and give double to My Sister’s Place!

Fundraising & Crowdfunding

Interested in fundraising on our behalf? Please contact Elena Romanova at (202) 997-6156 or Email for permission and guidelines, or to submit your fundraiser for review.

*PLEASE NOTE: All fundraisers MUST be reviewed by My Sister’s Place before going live. Use of the My Sister’s Place name and logo/branding for fundraising may only be done with written permission from My Sister’s Place.