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Empowering Victims of Domestic Abuse.
Ruth’s House, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, is a safe place for victims of domestic violence. We fulfill our mission by:
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assisting in the interruption of the cycle of family violence and abuse
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educating the community about the problems of family violence and everything it involves
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providing family members engaged in domestic violence with non-violent alternatives for dealing with the problem
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providing shelter and services for the victims of family violence.
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Our History
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On April 18, 2011, a group of pastors gathered in Washington, NC, to discern how they could unite to make a positive difference in our city. After gathering input from different members of the community, they agreed that the most pressing need in Beaufort County was a domestic violence shelter. We are acutely aware that North Carolina is in the Top 10 states for domestic violence in the US and that there have been domestic violence-related murders in our own county.
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We resolved that our guiding principles include being an organization that was strongly tied into — and supported by — the community. We agreed to begin as a small, efficient, scrupulous non-profit that would serve Beaufort County.
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In August 2011, we filed our Articles of Incorporation with the state of North Carolina and pressed ahead with our internal structure and developing a business plan.
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In February 2013, our dream became a reality and Ruth’s House opened the doors of a safe haven. This comfortable home provides a shelter where women and their children can find peace while they begin to rebuild their lives. Surrounded by the latest in high-tech security, Ruth’s House offers a safe refuge for the victims of domestic violence.
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We are committed to being good stewards of our donors’ dollars and work diligently to see that every contribution is used appropriately and produces maximum results.
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Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at (888) 830-4989. The license is not an endorsement by the State.