Where Your Money Goes

When you make a gift to Women Against Abuse, you can trust that it will be put to prudent use to transform lives. We are committed to the highest quality fiscal management, ensuring that all contributions are used with integrity, transparency and in a manner that will have the greatest impact for our clients.

Funder Praise and Recognition

“Every grantee we consider must undergo a rigorous financial assessment. Women Against Abuse scored an ‘excellent’ rating on this assessment, which is very difficult to accomplish. We are pleased to support such a well-managed and mission-focused organization.”

— Connelly Foundation

A full listing of our recent audits and 990s can be found here.

Guidestar

A complete financial profile of Women Against Abuse is available on Guidestar.

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Sheila’s Story

Sheila arrived at the Women Against Abuse Emergency Shelter after waking up in a hospital emergency room.

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Un nuevo comienzo para Natalie

Ingresar al albergue seguro de Women Against Abuse, realmente irse para siempre, fue la culminación de 10 años de abuso en la relación; más discusiones, amenazas y noches sin dormir de las que Natalie* podría contar. Tenían hijos en común, compartían la vida y dependían del otro económicamente. No era fácil ponerle un fin a la relación.

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Trevor's Story

Trevor is a college student and advocate who shared his story at our 2018 iPledge Campaign press conference.

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Lucia’s Story

Lucia* came to the Women Against Abuse emergency shelter pregnant and with five children.

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Dick MacKay’s Story

Dick MacKay knows the real reason for the holiday season—to bring hope to families in need.

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Jamie's Story

Jamie shared her story at the 2019 iPledge Campaign press conference.

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Allison’s Story

Allison* cringed at her reflection in the mirror as she gently dabbed concealer over the bruises circling her eye.

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William’s Story

William Spratley flicks through the text messages on his phone until he finds the one he’s been looking for. It’s from his 27-year old daughter, Ameya, and it’s the last words he will ever exchange with her.

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Catherine’s Story

When I first met my abuser, I was just 14 years old and he was 20. I thought I was in love, so I ignored the disapproval of my mom and sister.

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Shakeda's Story

I was 5 years old when my mom got a new job as a manager at a local KFC. She met a gentleman there who was a suave, smooth kind of guy, rode a bike, didn’t care about authority, and was the opposite of my father. My mom fell hard for him.

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