House of Refuge, Inc.

A heartfelt thank you to the Glow Forward Foundation at A.T. Still University for their generous donation of more than 300 beauty and personal hygiene products for the families at House of Refuge.

Special thanks to Tiffany and Chrystal for coordinating this incredible donation drive and helping make it a success. Their efforts, along with the generosity of everyone who contributed, will help provide essential personal care items that support the dignity, confidence, and well-being of the families we serve.

Donations like these help ease financial burdens for parents and ensure that families have access to everyday necessities as they work toward self-sufficiency and a brighter future.

Thank you, Glow Forward Foundation, for making a meaningful difference in our community and for helping bring hope to the families of House of Refuge!

Home starts with the little things. Families at House of Refuge are working hard to build stability and create a place that feels like home and a few everyday essentials can help make that possible.

If you would like to help, donations can be dropped off or shipped to:

House of Refuge Donation Center
6858 E. Ursula Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85212

Every donation matters and every share helps spread the word.
Thank you for being part of a community that cares. 💚

"Being here has given me peace. I’m not worried about whose couch I’m going to have to jump to next. Seeing my son calm and happy instead of being in a different location every time he visits with me has changed everything. I actually spend more time with my son now, and that keeps me motivated.”

This is what stability does.
It quiets anxiety.
It strengthens families.
It allows parents to show up fully for their children.

Because of a safe place to land, a father can focus on what matters most—being present, consistent, and hopeful for his son’s future.

This is a Face of Hope.

Today is We Give Wednesday at Lizard Thicket Boutique. 10% of all sales today at Lizard Thicket Boutique Mesa will be donated to House of Refuge in support of families experiencing crisis and homelessness prevention programs.

We are deeply grateful for Lizard Thicket Boutique ongoing commitment and long-term partnership. Their monthly We Give Wednesday events have a lasting impact, providing hope, stability and opportunity for the families we serve. Together, we are strengthening our community ...one family at a time.

Lizard Thicket Boutique
1652 S Val Vista Dr, Mesa, AZ 85204
📅 All day TODAY!

Images Credit: Lizard Thicket

As summer approaches, we are gearing up for our Back-to-School Drive for the families at House of Refuge. With school starting in mid-July, this drive helps ease the financial stress for the families we serve.

Your support helps children and teens receive the essential supplies and hygiene items they need to begin the 2026–2027 school year feeling prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

You can visit our Amazon MyRegistry to purchase items and ship them directly to our Donation Center, or review the registry, shop locally, and deliver donations in person.

https://www.myregistry.com/organization/house-of-refuge-mesa-az/5419977

Our Donation Center is open:
Monday- Friday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, or Saturdays, 10:0AM-2:00 PM

We kindly ask that all donations be delivered by June 30, 2026. Thank you for helping bring hope to families as they work toward self-sufficiency and a brighter future.

After months of hard work, one of our residents sat down with her case manager to check on the status of her apartment application. She had done everything she could. Paid off a judgment. Built her savings. Improved her credit. Secured a better paying job.

Still, there was no guarantee.

They made the call together and waited.

The first words they heard were simple.

Her application had been approved.

Just like that, everything shifted. What once felt uncertain became real. She is now preparing to sign the lease on her own apartment this June.

At the same time, she is enrolled in college pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and Social Work and has earned her Peer Recovery Support Services certification.

This is what your support makes possible. Real moments. Real change. Real homes.

Our pantry shelves are running extremely low on cereal and this is one of the most requested breakfast items for the families we serve. A simple box of cereal can help provide a quick, easy meal for children and parents starting their day.

We are currently accepting donations of:
✔️ Child-friendly and family cereals
✔️ Individual cereal cups or variety packs

Donations can be:
📦 Dropped off at our Donation Center
6858 E. Ursula Ave. Mesa, Arizona 85212
🛒 Ordered online and shipped directly to House of Refuge Donation Center

Donation Center Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4 pm
Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Every box makes a difference and helps ensure families have access to breakfast during challenging times.

Thank you for supporting our community and helping us care for families in need. ❤️

We are thankful for the support of BASIS Chandler Students Club BC2M (Bringing Change 2 Mind) and their thoughtful donation they collected as they wrapped up their school year.

Items like deodorant, toothpaste, and hygiene supplies may seem small; yet, they make a big impact for the families we serve every day.

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The volunteers from Cyclic Materials provided much-needed extra hands to help our maintenance team unload water for the families we serve at House of Refuge. Thank you for stepping in and serving alongside us!