Being homeless was not on Tomeka’s bingo card. Tomeka’s was pregnant with her second child and had just moved in with her mother in order to save money before the baby came. But having two young children in her home was not on Tomeka’s mother’s bingo card either, and she asked Tomeka to move out. …
In 1999, Fay was in an abusive marriage, struggling with alcoholism, and raising two young girls. “There was a lot of chaos in my life,” Fay recalls. During one particularly terrible fight, Fay called the police which ultimately resulted in the loss of her apartment. She ended up in a hotel and ultimately moved into…
Bethany House relies on the generosity of hundreds of individuals, companies, churches, and organizations each year to make sure families living in shelter have the supplies they need. You can support families on their paths to self-sufficiency by sponsoring a meal in shelter, donating critical items such as household supplies or hygiene items, or organizing…
Leaving a Future of Hope Bethany House celebrates and recognizes the Futures of Hope Society, a group of inspiring individuals who have built Bethany House into their wills, trusts, or other estate plans. By leaving a gift to Bethany House, these supporters ensure that vital services continue for future generations and leave a lasting impact…
Your Impact Illuminated Each year, roughly 250 families move out of Bethany House’s emergency shelter and into their own homes. It costs an average of $5,000 per family—first month’s rent, last month’s rent, security deposit, utility arrears, household supplies, and more. You can help ensure families move out of shelter as quickly as possible and…
Giving through your wealth (assets) rather than your income (cash) is one way you can make a big impact. And it might save you on taxes now or in the future! Below are three common ways people support Bethany House with their assets. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Daniel…
Monthly donations are a powerful and simple way for you to support women, children, and families in need. By signing up for a recurring, monthly donation, you help us continue operating all programs uninterrupted and respond quickly to new issues as they arise. Monthly giving is easy and efficient for you, effective for us, and…
Thank you for your interest in helping stabilize and empower women, children, and families in need. With housing shortages, rising rents, and more families than ever struggling, your support is vital to sustaining and expanding this critical work. Please consider giving monthly or joining one of Bethany House’s Giving Circles. You can join the Sisters…
Unique in Greater Cincinnati, our Family Services provide comprehensive, trauma-informed support for children and parents in our shelter. In 2024 Tips from a Housing Case Manager Will they take my kids? Learn More About Family Services
Helping families avoid shelter by keeping them in their homes or quickly finding a new place to live is an important and cost-effective strategy. Bethany House administers four different programs—and operates one housing unit—that prevent families from becoming homeless. In 2024 Tips from a Housing Case Manager How can I earn more money? I’m falling…
