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FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT: DIANE CEO-DIFRANCESCO Dear Friends and Supporters, It is with immense pride and gratitude that we present our annual report for this past year. We have experienced an amazing year of success and impact in our community, thanks to the dedication of our staff, volunteers, board of directors and the generosity of […]

by Luisa Lopez The philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson praised nature for its elements, components, and ability to help people cope. He once said that “many eyes go through the meadows, but few see the flowers in it.” Seeing the beauty in simplicity is an exceptional skill that benefits individuals’ wellbeing by allowing them to have […]

This fall we went to the Pumpkin Patch. The children loved the petting zoo and playing in the corn kernel pit. One resident said she couldn’t believe how big the pumpkins were. She said she had seen them on television and thought it was fake! It was fun for staff and volunteers to introduce them […]

Casa de Paz welcomes Paulina Cruz as our new Family Support Coordinator. Paulina supports residents by partnering with each woman to create an individualized plan with goals for her future free of violence. Residents turn to Pauline for the support of Casa de Paz’ culturally informed and trauma informed mission. Paulina has a background in […]

John Fening was an undergraduate at the University of Cincinnati when he learned of Casa de Paz in a random group chat. Three years later, Fening – now a medical student at UC – is spending 30 hours a week this summer working at Casa de Paz as an intern with the College of Medicine’s […]

Each month we provide residents with at least two educational or enrichment activities. These activities are a great way for the residents to spend time together as a community and to enjoy special events. Some of these events take place outside of the house like going to the zoo, museum, or aquarium while some take […]

Henry Acevedo Dan & Kathy Aerni John Aerni Richard Aerni John Aerni-Flessner Maribel Ahmed Carl & Rebecca Allen David Anspach Zachary Anspach Sue Antoinette and Russ Martin Barbara Applegarth Mary Pat Austing Aracelia Ayala Tim & Jaynee Beechuk Giselle Beeker Jill Benge-Lembright Mary Berger Andrea & Mike Bertels Phil & Alejandra Best Dennis & Georgia […]

Administrative: Advertising, Insurance, Banking, Fundraising, Fees, Office Supplies Programming: Therapies, Resident supplies, activities & assistance, Fenix Group Personnel: Salaries, Wages, Bonuses, Benefits, Training Household: Rent, Utilities, Maintenance   CURRENT ACCOUNT BALANCES AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2023 Bank Accounts $355,057 Endowment Fund $275,309 TOTAL $630,366

At Casa de Paz, we are committed to providing a safe haven and comprehensive support for Latina victims of domestic violence. Our mission revolves around empowering these individuals to rebuild their lives with dignity and resilience. In line with this vision, we track various metrics to gauge the impact of our programs and services. Below, […]

On February 20, 2024 Streetside Brewery hosted Brewcause to benefit Casa de Paz. A total of $2710 in funds was raised from the silent auction, individual donations and donations from Streetside. Thank you to those who attended and to all who bid on silent auction items. We wish to offer special recognition to Streetside for […]