Celebrating National AccessAbility Week with our Women on The Move art expo
On Monday, June 1, Nellie’s will proudly present our third annual Women on the Move art expo, hosted this year in the Rotunda Room at Metro Hall (55 John St.)…
How our Children’s Program supports kids with complex needs
When six-year-old Henry* first arrived at Nellie’s with his mother, he had a lot of restless and unfocused energy. “The other kids couldn’t even match his energy,” explains Adheena Jose,…
Meet Freshta, one of the newest board members at Nellie’s
Born and raised in Afghanistan, one of Freshta Karimi’s earliest jobs at an international organization had the most significant impact in charting her career trajectory. In 2003, while on a…
How Nellie’s is celebrating International Women’s Day
Here at Nellie’s, International Women’s Day (IWD) is more than a moment — it’s a movement. This year’s theme, “Give to Gain”, aims to encourage a mindset of generosity and…
Why Nellie’s is expanding prevention work to include boys
Both in our shelter and through our community outreach, empowerment is at the core of everything Nellie’s does — teaching women and their children how to build self-confidence, build knowledge,…
Meet Antonia Eckley, CSO Program Coordinator
For Antonia Eckley, becoming CSO Program Coordinator here at Nellie’s was both a natural step and a dream opportunity. With a bachelor’s degree in social work and extensive experience providing…
Thanks to our 2025 holiday donors
Here at Nellie’s we know that the holiday season isn’t cozy, happy, and safe for everyone. But thanks to all those who shared their warmth, kindness, and generous donations with…
How Nellie’s weaves empowerment through every program
Since 2022, Nellie’s has proudly offered empowerment self-defense programs for both women and children as part of our work to end gender-based violence. Over time, however, we’ve recognized the importance…
A message from our Executive Director, Ingrid Graham
As 2025 comes to a close, I’ve now been leading Nellie’s as our Executive Director for six months — and wow, has it flown by. While in some ways I’m…
Meet Maja, one of the newest board members at Nellie’s
Giving back to her community was always an important part of Maja Saletto’s life, but after her daughter became trapped in a deeply abusive relationship in her teen years —…
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