“The Teresa Shelter isn’t just a shelter; it’s a springboard that is launching me into a bright future. Their unwavering support is empowering me to overcome adversity and achieve my dreams”— April

Consider a gift to our 2024 Holiday Appeal.
3 Ways to Give!

  1. Visit our DONATION PAGE or go directly to the donation link.
  2. MAIL your check to Opening Doors, 2100 Asbury Road, Suite 8, Dubuque, IA 52001.  CLICK HERE to print a donation form.
  3. Consider a RECURRING MONTHLY GIFT of any amount!

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF HOPE

As we commemorate the 25th year of Opening Doors serving the Dubuque community, we reflect on our journey, and this past year, with gratitude.

We have walked alongside women and children offering a pathway to sustainable, independent living. Each life we have touched is a testament to our mission and the incredible impact we make in the community is thanks to friends like you.

We are happy to share these key milestones
• Over 5,000 women & children served since opening
• Four residents transitioned to permanent supportive housing at the Francis Apartments
• Our programs provided 10,933 bed nights of safe rest

HOPES FOR TOMORROW

We are proud of many residents like April who have achieved success in our programs through setting and reaching transformational life goals. At Opening Doors, we know it takes a community to make this possible. We ask that you consider making a gift to Opening Doors that will allow our work to flourish. As we reflect upon our many blessings over the past 25 years, we count you as one of our greatest gifts.

Wishing you and yours joy and peace this season.

CAROL GEBHART
Executive Director

Opening Doors is a nonprofit organization that helps women and children who are experiencing homelessness.  We provide goal setting and life skills training that enable them to achieve their full potential.  We offer a hand up in the world, not a handout. Since 2000, Opening Doors has served thousands women and children through a continuum of services. Teresa Shelter offers emergency and extended stay programs. Maria House offers transitional housing for up to two years. Francis Apartments offers an opportunity for income-based affordable housing with support services; a combination that has proven to be effective at ending the cycle of homelessness.