Since the 1980’s, individuals, organizations, and legal agencies in Denver have been successfully creating and improving on a coordinated community response to the devastating impacts of domestic violence.
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Who is Rose Andom
The Rose Andom Center is named in honor of successful Denver entrepreneur and former McDonald’s franchise owner, Rose Andom, and her lead gift of $1 million. But as a child in Oklahoma, Rose witnessed domestic violence perpetrated by her father against her mother…
Read MoreWhat we do
Since opening in 2016, we have reached and worked with over 6,500 domestic violence survivors and their children. But it’s not just about the numbers and how many people we can help – it’s about the individuals, one person at a time finding hope, a community, and a safe space to heal and rebuild.
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Resource Advocates – at the ready when you are
Sasha fled to Colorado with only the items she could fit in her car. Her partner had been stalking her and repeatedly violated the protection order she had against him. To be truly safe, she knew she needed to move to a location where he could not find her.
Read MoreVolunteer Appreciation Month
This month is volunteer appreciation month! The Rose Andom Center has built a stellar cohort of volunteers and interns during the pandemic. To date, we have 17 volunteer guest navigators and two navigation interns. Our guest navigators respond to crisis calls, triage urgent medical, legal, and shelter referrals, and are a compassionate voice for survivors to talk with when they first connect with our center.
Read MoreLetter from our Executive Director
Every season has its own unique beauty and rhythm. I must confess though, that spring is my favorite time of year with a theme of renewal, emergence, and growth. In light of the year we’ve all experienced, these words seem especially relevant now, and reflective of the activity at the Rose Andom Center.
Read MoreHighlights from the Volunteer & Outreach Department
2020 was a record year for volunteer and community support at the Rose Andom Center! Due to the successful development of our volunteer program, volunteers and interns contributed 2,574 hours of direct service support, greatly expanding our capacity…
Read MoreA Holiday Shoppe to remember
Like most things this year, we shifted to find a safer, virtual way to share the community generosity and holiday spirit with our families. In consideration for their needs, health, and safety, we reached out with virtual e-gift cards to best meet their family’s holiday needs – spreading a little extra holiday cheer to 138 families and 407 children.
Read MoreGenerosity Meets Impact
Despite the challenges and ever-changing obstacles, the Rose Andom Center is fortified with dedicated and passionate leaders, tenacious partners, talented staff, committed volunteers, and a generous community. Always and especially during this time, we want you to know that your gift matters.
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