Steps of Hope – Every step forward begins with support.

This May, we invite you to be part of a journey—one that begins in uncertainty but leads toward safety, healing, and new beginnings.

At Harmony House, women and children fleeing violence arrive carrying more than just a few belongings. They carry fear, courage, and the hope that life can be different. For 40 years, Ottawa’s only second-stage shelter has been walking alongside families as they take those next steps—toward stability, independence, and dignity.

When Sara* arrived at Harmony House with her two children, she had already taken the hardest step: leaving.

What came next was the unknown.

Through transitional housing and supportive programs, Sara found more than a place to stay—she found space to breathe, to begin healing, and to rebuild her life. Her children, once withdrawn and anxious, began to laugh again, especially during after-school programs and summer camp.

Steps That Change Lives

Every gift through Steps of Hope helps a family move forward:

$50 Step #1 - Step One: Essentials for the Journey

Helps meet immediate needs as families take their first steps toward independence.

$75 Step # 2 - Step Two: A Warm Welcome

Covers the cost of essential items needed for a woman and her children as they begin a new chapter in safety.

$150 Step #3 - Step Three: A Summer to Remember

Covers the cost of one week of summer camp for a child, including meals and activities.

These are not just donations. They are steps—real, tangible steps—toward a future free from violence.

Be Part of the Journey!

When you give, you are not just supporting a moment—you are helping build a path forward.

Donate today: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/stepsofhope?utm_medium=CA&utm_source=CL

Together, we can ensure that every woman and child who walks through our doors continues forward with strength, support, and hope.

*Name changed to protect privacy.