A Safe Place. A Fresh Start. A Future Filled with Possibility

HER S.P.A.C.E. provides short-term emergency shelter, compassionate care, and individualized support for girls who need safety, stability, and a pathway forward.

More Than Shelter—A Place to Heal, Grow, and Begin Again.

Every girl deserves to feel protected, valued, and hopeful. HER S.P.A.C.E. creates a structured, nurturing environment where girls can receive support, strengthen life skills, continue their education, and prepare for a stable transition.

Girls Ages

13–17

Short-Term

Emergency Shelter

24/7

Support

DCFS &

Community Referrals

What Girls Receive

Safe Shelter

A safe, clean, and nurturing place to stay.

Individualized Support

Personalized guidance to meet each girl's unique needs.

Education Continuity

Support to stay engaged in school and academic goals.ing place to stay.

Counseling & Wellness

Access to mental health support and holistic wellness resources.

Life Skills

Practical skills for independence and confidence.

Transition Planning

Planning and connections for a stable, successful next chapter.

Care That Sees the Whole Girl

Safety

A secure, supervised, and nurturing environment.

Stability

Consistent routines, compassionate care, and dependable support.

Growth

Education, life skills, wellness, and personal development.

Future

Planning and connections that support the next chapter.

Need Help or Want to Make a Referral?

For Families & Community Partners

Contact our team to learn about eligibility, availability, and next steps.

For Agency Referrals

We welcome coordinated referrals from DCFS and approved.

Need Help or Want to Make a Referral?

For Families & Community Partners

Contact our team to learn about eligibility, availability, and next steps.

For Agency Referrals

We welcome coordinated referrals from DCFS and approved.

A Program of Brown Beauties Initiative

Every girl deserves to feel protected, valued, and hopeful. HER S.P.A.C.E. creates a structured, nurturing environment where girls can receive support, strengthen life skills, continue their education, and prepare for a stable transition.

A Program of Brown Beauties Initiative

Every girl deserves to feel protected, valued, and hopeful. HER S.P.A.C.E. creates a structured, nurturing environment where girls can receive support, strengthen life skills, continue their education, and prepare for a stable transition.

Help Create a Safe Space for Her.

Your support helps provide safe shelter, compassionate care, and brighter tomorrows for girls.

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