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https://www.doorwaysva.org/

(704) 504-9400

PO Box 100185 Arlington, Virginia, 22210

CEO/Executive Director: Diana Ortiz, M.Ed., LPC

Organization Information

Doorways

EIN: 54-1087829

Mission Statement

Doorways creates pathways out of homelessness, domestic violence, and sexual assault 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.

  • Prevention and Outreach Program
  • Volunteer and Training Program
  • Community Partnerships
  • Advocacy
  • Development and Communications

Community-Based Services

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

  • 24-Hour Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline (703-237-0881)
  • Hospital Accompaniment Response Program (HARP)
  • Safety Planning
  • Court Advocacy
  • Revive Counseling Program

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.

  • Supportive Services (Case Management, Children’s Services, Financial and Employment Counseling)
  • Safehousing (Shelter)
  • HomeStart Supportive Housing Program

Impact Statement

2024 was another record-breaking year for Doorways:

  • Safehousing sheltered 70 households — a record high. 93% of households who disclosed their destination did not return to abusive living situations after leaving shelter, breaking the cycle of violence.
  • HomeStart supported 65 households, a 27% increase compared to 2023. 90% had safe, secure housing where they can remain long-term after exiting HomeStart.   
  • Children’s Services provided 1,053 sessions, a 63% increase.

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?

  • Host a Fundraiser or Donation Drive: Individuals and groups can support Doorways’ mission by collecting critical funds and supplies. Monetary donations and Target and VISA gift cards are needed year-round. Please contact Doorways for a current list of in-kind needs (e.g., personal and household items). Learn more at www.doorwaysva.org/join-our-cause.  
  • Host an Educational Prevention Workshop: Contact our Prevention and Outreach Program to host a free educational prevention workshop for your community/organization, or to request Doorways representation at an upcoming event. Request a workshop by visiting www.doorwaysva.org/prevention.   
  • Volunteer: Volunteers are an essential part of the Doorways team! Visit www.doorwaysva.org/volunteer to learn more, submit an online application, and plan to attend an information session to get started. 
  • For Kids and Youth: Visit Doorways’ Kids’ Corner for ways that young people can get involved, including learning about the issues with our recommended reading list, hosting a fundraiser, and more: www.doorwaysva.org/kids-corner/.  

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.  

  • $100 could help provide a month of infant care supplies for a baby living in shelter. 
  • $250 could help provide a Revive trauma therapy session for an adult, youth, or child impacted by domestic violence. 
  • $500 could help sustain Doorways’ wraparound services in shelter and housing to promote healing, safety, and sustainability. 
  • $1,500 could help provide a security deposit for a survivor’s new apartment after graduating from shelter. 

Information provided March 2025