Hope House is dedicated to serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking and other forms of abuse. We are committed to our mission, but the truth is we can't do it without generous community support. Your generosity and donations matter, and they have a positive impact on the health, safety and wellness of our communities.
Want to know how your contributions
directly support survivors and impact lives?
Through support for Direct Victim Services in the community:
In 2025 we provided almost 84,000 services, of which, 20,128 services were provided to children. Services can include resource connection, supportive counseling, providing basic necessities, legal support and much more.
In 2024 1,575 people were provided with direct victim services. People served ranged in age from days old to 87.
In 2025 we answered 5,649 calls to our hotline.
In 2025 127 people were assisted in filing restraining orders.
In our short-term emergency shelter program:
In 2025 Hope House sheltered 113 people for a total of 3,890 nights of shelter provided.
Feedback on a shelter exit survey from a former shelter resident- "I finally feel safe for the first time in years".
Feedback on a shelter exit survey from a former shelter resident- "I left with nothing but they gave me everything I need to start over and process what happened to me".
By supporting education and prevention work with youth in schools and adults in the community:
In 2025 Hope House provided 412 presentations to youth in area schools! The breakdown by county is as follows:
Sauk Co: 197 presentations
Columbia Co: 138 presentations
Adams Co: 11 presentations
Marquette Co: 22 presentations
Juneau Co: 44 presentations
In January of 2026 our Education Program Manager surpassed 1,000 people who she personally trained in the evidence based Stewards of Children training! This training teaches adults ways they can prevent and intervene to stop child sexual abuse.
Miscellaneous:
In 2025 Hope House staff drove more than 26,000 miles to provide services and programming!
Our Hope House Holiday Helpers program supported 63 families and 113 children during the 2025 holiday season!
Hope HouseOf South Central Wisconsin is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization. Your donation may be tax deductible as a charitable contribution. Please consult your tax professional for more information.
Monetary donations are most needed and can be sent to: P.O. Box 557, Baraboo, WI 53913 or dropped off at 720 Ash Street in Baraboo. You can donate online, including electing to make a recurring monthly donation, by clicking on the Donate button below.
If you are interested in donating goods for shelter please review our wish listfor items Hope House is in need of currently.
You may donate via PayPal or credit card by clicking the button below.
