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Miriam's House develops and implements solutions to homelessness for our community's most vulnerable.

10/28/2026

To a child experiencing homelessness, home means EVERYTHING.

A place to feel safe. A place to rest. A place to play, learn, and grow. Every child in our community deserves the safety, comfort, and stability of a place to call home.

And this November, YOU can help make that possible...by growing a MUSTACHE! 🥸

Miriam's House is thrilled to once again be a beneficiary of Mustaches for Kids (M4K), a month-long mustache-growing fundraiser supporting local nonprofits serving children. 100% of the funds we receive through M4K go directly toward housing for children experiencing homelessness and their families!

It's simple: Grow a mustache, raise money from friends and family, and make a difference (that lasts long after you've shaved!)

Growing Season kicks off one week from today → will you join us and grow for a good cause?

Reach out or visit www.m4klynchburg.org to learn more and get involved!

Kids are strong. Families are brave. And with a little help, they can make it home.

10/27/2026

It was wonderful to have local college students, Samantha and Bella, stop by with some wonderful donations from our wishlist!

We always love seeing young people making a difference in their community, and we’re so grateful for their kindness!

Small acts can make a BIG difference for the families we serve, and YOU can help, too! Check out our wishlist (link in profile) to help provide everyday essentials for the families we serve!

10/26/2026

We loved welcoming the 4th graders from Onward Christian Academy back to Miriam’s House for the fourth year in a row!

These students (and their families!) collected so many thoughtful items from our wish list to help families starting over in their new homes. As part of their letter-writing unit, the students also wrote “Welcome Home” letters filled with kindness and encouragement to share with families as they begin again.

A special thank you to teachers Rosa and Julia and Principal Jalie for coordinating this wonderful annual project and helping their students experience the joy of giving back! Thank you, Onward, for helping us !

10/24/2026

It’s !

At Miriam’s House, we know that ending homelessness takes a community, and there are so many ways YOU can be part of making that happen! Whether you have time to give, resources to share, or a heart for helping your neighbors in need, there’s a place for you in this work.

Want to get involved? Here are a few ways you can make a difference TODAY (and EVERY DAY)!

→ Become a monthly donor!
Your ongoing support provides a steady foundation for our work, helping individuals and families find housing and rebuild their lives.

→ Provide a holiday food box!
Help make the season special for a family we serve by filling a box with your family’s favorite holiday foods, treats, and perhaps a treasured recipe or two!

→ Grow a mustache!
November is almost here, and that means Mustaches 4 Kids is right around the corner! Sign up to grow (or sponsor a grower!) and help raise funds for local nonprofits serving children, including Miriam’s House.

→ Give your time!
From organizing donations and preparing apartments to helping maintain welcoming spaces for the families we serve, volunteers make an incredible difference in our work every day.

→ Stock our shelves!
Everyday essentials make a big difference for families in our shelter and those moving into homes of their own. Shop our wish list or drop off needed supplies!

However you choose to get involved, you’re helping create a community where everyone has a place to call home.

To learn more about these opportunities and more, reach out or visit www.miriamshouse.org/get-involved

Thank you for making a difference!

10/23/2026

This week, we had the incredible honor of celebrating two members of our at the Virginia Housing Alliance Awards! Each year, these awards recognize individuals and organizations making a profound impact in affordable housing and homeless services across the Commonwealth, honoring leaders who demonstrate dedication, innovation, and excellence in their field.

Sarah Quarantotto, Executive Director, received the Game Changer Award
(recognizing Virginia’s housing leaders for major breakthroughs and outstanding achievements in affordable housing and homeless services fields)

Olyvia Brown-Coles, Director of Homeless System Coordination, received the Emerging Leader Award
(recognizing up-and-coming professionals who have demonstrate exceptional leadership potential, dedication to service, and the ability to engage and impact their community)

We see firsthand the leadership and passion they bring to this work every day, we know the impact they have in our community, and we’re thrilled to see them celebrated on a statewide stage.

What an honor for Miriam’s House and our region. Congratulations, Sarah & Olyvia for this much-deserved recognition!

10/22/2026

Meghan from Thomas Road Baptist Church’s Mom Life group reached out this fall to ask: “What would be most helpful for the families you serve?”

Then this wonderful group got to work assembling 11 overflowing “first night” welcome baskets for families moving out of shelter and into homes of their own! Filled with everything from cleaning supplies and toiletries to air mattresses, gift cards, and handwritten words of encouragement, these baskets will help families settle into their new homes with some of the essentials they need.

The group also prepared freezer meals for families arriving at our Family Shelter, providing comforting, nutritious meals during those first few days of a difficult transition.

We love seeing our community come together in such tangible and compassionate ways to support families experiencing homelessness. Many thanks to Meghan and all the wonderful women of Mom Life for the generosity, thoughtfulness, and care they’ve shown to the families we serve!

10/20/2026

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

Last week, our University of Lynchburg Bonner intern, Jenny, represented Miriam’s House at Alpha Chi Omega’s annual domestic violence awareness vigil on campus.

At Miriam’s House, we know that domestic violence and homelessness are deeply connected. For many survivors, leaving an abusive relationship doesn’t just mean finding the courage to leave. It means finding somewhere safe to go, often with children, and having the resources to build a life free from abuse.

But finding a safe place to begin again isn’t always easy.

Survivors of domestic violence often face significant barriers to securing housing:
→ Lost employment or limited work history due to abuse
→ Damaged credit or debt resulting from financial abuse
→ Eviction histories related to abuse or property damage
→ The need to find housing in a safe, confidential location
→ Limited access to childcare and financial resources

These are consequences of abuse, not choices survivors made. Yet they can stand between a survivor and a safe place to live.

At Miriam’s House, we work to remove these barriers. From connecting survivors with safety planning and legal resources through our community partners, to providing emergency shelter and helping families secure permanent housing through our Community First program, we help families find not only safety, but the resources and support they need to remain safe and financially independent.

Because having a safe home of your own, one where you have control over your surroundings and your future, is a critical step toward breaking the cycle of abuse. For a survivor of domestic violence, that home can be the foundation for a new beginning, one where safety, stability, and hope replace fear and uncertainty.

Thank you to Alpha Chi Omega for hosting this event each year and for your continued advocacy for survivors in our community.

10/19/2026

✨ Home for the Holidays is officially SOLD OUT! ✨

We’re just one month away from our 4th Annual Home for the Holidays, and we are absolutely thrilled by the overwhelming response to this year’s event!

We are so grateful to everyone who has purchased tickets, sponsored, or helped make this special evening possible.

We can’t wait to gather on November 19 with such a wonderful community of supporters who share our belief that everyone deserves a place to call home, especially during the holiday season.

→ Joining us? Stay tuned for more event details and a sneak peek at our exciting live auction items as the evening gets closer!

→ Still hoping to join us? While tickets are sold out, we’re happy to add you to our cancellation list should any seats become available! Just reach out!

10/15/2026

We are always so happy to see our friends from Zeta Phi Beta Sorority! 💙

They stopped by last week with another generous donation for Miriam’s House, and we are so grateful for their continued kindness and support of the families we serve!

10/14/2026

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: Amber

We have to give a special shoutout to our wonderful volunteer, Amber, who has been such a bright spot here over the past year!

Whether she’s decorating for the holidays, deep cleaning our family shelter, organizing our linen closets, storage areas, and kitchens, or helping with administrative projects, Amber is always ready to jump in wherever she’s needed!

Thank you, Amber, for all that you do to support our work to end homelessness and for the joy that you bring to Miriam’s House!

Address

409 Magnolia Street
Lynchburg, VA
24503

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+14348471101

Website

http://www.miriamshouse.org/

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