About Us

Our Mission

Women of Worth assists families in crisis, especially those escaping domestic violence or sexual assault. We work to increase self-reliance and improve the quality of life for individuals and families by assisting them in rebuilding their lives.

The Need

Domestic violence is a widespread problem in our community. In 2007, there were 3,163 reported domestic violence calls in Nevada County alone. Nearly one-third of American women report being physically or sexually abused by a husband or boyfriend at some point in their lives.

Besides domestic violence, countless families face crisis situations due to economic pressure, substance abuse, catastrophic health problems and other issues. Women of Worth provides support to keep families intact during difficult times.

Our Services

Women of Worth was founded in 2001 by Sandy Schmidt, a survivor of domestic violence with a passion to see the lives of abused women and children restored. Services are designed with this question in mind: “What would have helped to escape and start a safe, new life?”

Women of Worth (WOW) assists victims of domestic violence and families in crisis with the following resources:

• Shelter
• Furniture and household items
• Educational and career assistance
• Transportation
• Mentoring
• Referrals for legal assistance, counseling, and other services

Women of Worth is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All of our services are provided free of charge. We neither solicit nor receive government funding. Our funding comes from donations by individuals, businesses and community organizations and through fundraising events held throughout the year. All contributions are tax deductible.

info@women-of-worth.org