budget-size: $5M +

PathForward

EIN: 54-1615993

Mission Statement

PathForward’s mission is to foster stability and dignity through transformative services and housing solutions. 

Program Summary

Our long-term vision aligns with Arlington County’s Continuum of Care (CoC) Strategic Plan to end homelessness for all by 2026. As a core member of the CoC, PathForward plays a critical role in making that goal a reality—addressing root causes, removing barriers, and centering the voices and experiences of those we serve. 

Impact Statement

Street Outreach. Operating seven days a week, PathForward engages individuals living unsheltered in encampments, parks, and other public spaces. Staff build trust, assess needs, and connect clients to critical services.

Homeless Services Centers (HSC and RPC). PathForward manages two of Arlington County’s 24/7 shelters—the Homeless Services Center in Courthouse and the Residential Program Center on Columbia Pike—offering 99 year-round beds, three daily meals, case management, behavioral health support, and housing navigation. The Medical Respite Program, located within the Homeless Services Center, provides five beds for individuals recovering from illness or hospitalization who would otherwise have no safe place to heal.

Mobile Medical Dream Team. A Registered Nurse, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Case Manager deliver field-based and in-home care on the streets, in housing, within shelters, and at partner sites. Services include wound care, medication management, and behavioral health support.

Behavioral Health Services. A full-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker provides therapy, wellness programming, and crisis intervention integrated across all programs.

Housing Programs. Permanent Supportive Housing and Rapid Re-Housing programs maintain approximately 200 apartments, achieving 91–92% housing stability.

Homelessness Prevention and Diversion: PathForward helps at-risk individuals remain housed through targeted support.

What ways can the public get involved?

✅ Volunteer – Help serve meals, be a program instructor, or assist with outreach. Learn more at Volunteer. 
✅ Donate – Every contribution helps provide shelter, healthcare, and essential resources.  
✅ Provide – Donate Basic Necessities, such as new and gently used clothing, gift cards, personal hygiene items and small housewares  
✅ Advocate – Spread awareness and support policies that address homelessness. 

How are charitable dollars spent? Where does my donation go?

At PathForward, we are committed to transparency and ensuring that every dollar donated directly supports individuals experiencing homelessness. Your generous contributions help fund: 

💙 Healthcare & Wellness – Offering medical, mental health, and addiction recovery services. 
💙 Housing Programs – Assisting individuals in securing permanent housing with case management, nursing, and behavioral health. 
💙 Workforce & Life Skills Training – Helping clients gain employment and build self-sufficiency.  
💙 Emergency Services – Providing shelter, hot meals, clothing, and hygiene essentials. 
 
 
Your gift fuels these life-changing programs, providing compassionate, effective support to those who need it most.  Learn more at Donate | PathForward  

Information provided March 2026

Doorways

EIN: 54-1087829

Mission Statement


Doorways creates pathways out of domestic violence, sexual assault, and homelessness, leading to safe, stable, and empowered lives.

Program Summary

Doorways’ response to domestic and sexual violence spans a spectrum—from preventing violence, to supporting survivors and their families throughout our community, to providing shelter and housing. We offer a wide range of trauma-informed services designed to meet survivors’ complex needs. All services are free, confidential, and available in all languages (multiple languages spoken in-person onsite, and more available through a language line). Through the generosity of our partners and supporters, we provide safe harbor, healing, and hope.

Community Engagement

Doorways partners with our neighbors, supporters, and fellow service providers to realize our mission every day.

Community-Based Services

Doorways supports survivors throughout our community with a wide range of crisis response services, advocacy, and counseling.

Shelter, Housing, and Supportive Services

Doorways provides Arlington’s only emergency safehousing for survivors experiencing homelessness due to domestic and sexual violence. HomeStart, Doorways’ housing program, supports clients transitioning out of shelter to a home of their own.

Impact Statement

2025 was another record-breaking year for Doorways:

Read Doorways’ annual report to learn more about how supporters like you make a difference for survivors like the ones quoted here:

“Doorways saved my life and has changed everything.”

“Doorways has helped my child open up, express her feelings, and communicate. She loves to attend play therapy where we see a huge change with issues we had prior to coming.”

“I have learned to understand my situations and got help with getting custody of my son. This is a great resource for victims of domestic violence.”

“My mental health has improved greatly post-assault. I was having trouble taking care of myself because I was mentally in a sad state. Doorways’ therapy sessions have taught me how to cope and recover in a healthy way. I feel fully supported here.”

What ways can the public get involved?

How are charitable dollars spent? Where does my donation go?

Every year, half of Doorways’ budget comes from private donations. These monetary gifts from individuals, businesses, foundations, and corporate, faith, civic, and community groups ensure that Doorways is able to provide safe haven to every survivor in-need.  

Information provided March 2026

True Ground Housing Partners (formerly APAH)

EIN: 54-1414133

Mission Statement

We exist to provide quality affordable housing and resident-centered programming to help our residents make the most of their home.

Program Summary

At True Ground, we believe that hope, like a home, needs nurturing and care. With housing access becoming harder than ever, we’re dedicated to building hope and opportunities for those feeling left out.

True Ground is your pathway and partner, guiding you from the dream of a home to making it a reality. We are committed community builders, breaking down barriers and providing the support needed to turn aspirations into secure, comfortable apartment homes. Building is challenging work, but True Ground is innovative and resourceful in addressing these challenges. We are not just building homes; we are changing the landscape for affordable housing, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to live in a safe and welcoming community.

Specifically, our resident services program is centered around a mission to provide assistance to all True Ground residents, helping them maintain stability and achieve their dreams. This is achieved through four programmatic pillars: housing stability; economic mobility; health and wellness and senior support; and children, youth and families. An affordable home provides a firm foundation for individuals and families to put roots down in their community, to foster meaningful relationships, to access local resources, and to achieve their self-identified goals.

Impact Statement

True Ground’s vision guides our work: Everyone deserves a place to call home – a foundation to live their dreams.

Our growing Resident Services program and regional real estate development projects positively impact the resilient, diverse populations that True Ground serves.

What ways can the public get involved?

True Ground accepts charitable and in-kind donations as a charitable nonprofit organization.

Volunteers are critical to our regular operations; they help with supplemental nutrition distribution, after-school activities, community-building events, and much more.

Neighbors and housing advocates can support local initiatives that advance affordable housing priorities in their communities

How are charitable dollars spent? Where does my donation go?

Philanthropic funding at True Ground supports our mission to provide affordable housing in the region and resident-centered programming to benefit those who call our communities home. Our resident services program is funded entirely through philanthropic gifts like yours.

Information provided March 2026