◈ Homepage — http://gileadhouse.org/Skip to Main Content HOME PROGRAM ABOUT FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED More... GIVE NOW Our Mission Our Goal, Vision & Commitment Our Events Register & Help Make Change Get Involved  Volunteer, Participate, or Donate We honor the voices and courage of mothers and children affected by domestic violence. Gilead House provides a safe and supportive home where survivors can rebuild their hearts, souls, and lives with dignity, healing, and hope. Support Our Mission Welcome to Gilead House At Gilead House, we believe healing begins with safety and compassion.    Our home is a refuge where mothers and children - survivors of domestic violence - are met with unconditional love, trust, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives.    With the support of dedicated staff, caring volunteers, and a nurturing community, families reclaim their strength, their voice, and their future. ​​ We believe in the fierce power of transformation.   Every woman who walks through our doors brings with her a story of struggle, yes, but also of strength.  And of heartbreak, yes, but also of hope. Of determination that cannot be dimmed.   Here, we don’t define people by what happened to them.  We walk beside them as they rise, reclaim, and rebuild, not only themselves, but the children they love.   Because healing isn’t just about transforming the past.   It’s about refusing to be reduced by it.   And choosing every day to step into a brighter future. ​​ At Gilead House, we know: The light within them can never be dimmed. 1 Providing a real home. ​ Gilead House feels like a real home where families are supported by staff and volunteers who model unconditional love, trust and enduring faith. 2 Building hope for a future. ​ Gilead House offers hope to women and children in need, providing transitional housing, education, and therapeutic support that leads to independence and a future filled with purpose. ​ 3 Where children thrive. ​ Gilead House provides a stable, positive place to live with their own bed and a steady routine to transform their lives.  Join Us Empower Our Moms + Kids GIVE NOW © 2024 Gilead House © 2024 Gilead House With Deep Gratitude to Our Sponsors These partners help us walk alongside moms and their children as they rebuild lives with hope. “The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.” Ralph Waldo Emerson We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. 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GIVE NOW Our Program Established in 1999, Gilead House has provided a safe, stable home for mothers and children healing from domestic violence.  Over our 8-12 month program, women learn vital life skills in a compassionate, trauma-informed environment - because true self-esteem grows in a home, not a shelter.  Here, survivors transform their lives, moving from fear and instability to self-reliance and a future filled with promise. ​ Each resident is supported by a multi-tiered network of care: a personal mentor, a dedicated case manager, expert life-skills instructors, fellow families, and a broad community of volunteers who model compassion every day.    Our faith-based program emphasizes education, family advocacy, mental-health support, mentoring, and personal goal setting.    Through each of these pillars, survivors reclaim their independence and create a plan for life beyond transitional housing. “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” Nelson Mandela Core Program 1 Safe Housing & Basic Needs  A fully furnished private bedroom, shared family spaces, a private bathroom, and some meals - utilities and essentials are provided so families can focus on healing. More Info 2 Personal Goal-Setting & Financial Empowerment Customized life plans, savings goals, credit-building strategies, and ongoing accountability to ensure a smooth transition to independence. More Info 3 Education & Life Skills Training Workshops on financial management, job readiness, parenting, nutrition and other practical skills for long-term stability. More Info Why It Works Home vs. Institution:   Healing happens in a loving home environment - where trust, respect and faith guide every interaction. ​ ​ Holistic & Relational:   Our multi-tiered support network surrounds each family with comprehensive care. ​ ​ Survivor-Centered:  E very element - from counseling to career coaching - is tailored to the unique needs of those recoering from domestic violence. Give Now We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> Leadership / Board Members | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW Leadership Meet the Team CONTACT Carrie Scrimshire |  CEO Carrie Scrimshire is the CEO of Gilead House in Novato, a fundamental program to inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Carrie’s professional goal is to take Gilead House to the next level in the housing of families, both in increasing the number of locations and furthering education. She is an avid learner and believes every single person benefits by education and continuous learning. Personally, Carrie loves to cook. Her passion is expanding her knowledge of healthy, fusion-style cooking with multi-cultural dishes such as French, Mexican, Spanish, Thai, Peruvian, Greek, and Indian. No challenge is too difficult for her.   She also loves animals. Saint Francis is her favorite saint because he looks out for and protects animals. One of her long-term goals is to design an animal sanctuary where abused and neglected animals can live out their days in a loving peaceful environment.  A random fun fact about Carrie is she flew a small plane over two Hawaiian islands (Maui and Lanai) with no flight experience whatsoever. She loves people, laughter, hard work and has a great sense of humor. Her personality is magnetic and she always finds the good in everyone. CONTACT Jenny Craig |  Operations Manager Jenny Craig is the mom to 2 amazing sons.  Jenny is local to Novato, a graduate of Novato High and College of Marin.  She has also competed 200 hours of Yoga teaching at Red Dragon Yoga studio.  Jenny believes her unique balance of education has helped her get through life.    Jenny loves to create, anything from organic cooking to sewing a new top to fixing the plumbing at Gilead House.  Almost every weekend you will find Jenny and her sons enjoying the great outdoors, whether it is a bike ride, hiking, gardening, or coming up with a new organic juice or smoothie recipe.  Jenny strives to help single moms, her passion clearly aligns with the Gilead House mission.  Jenny’s favorite quote is:     You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.   -- C.S. Lewis   CONTACT Ann Graham | Case Manager Ann has called Novato home for more than 8 years, but has been in the greater bay area for almost 25 years. She and her husband are the parents of four children and now one grandson. As a family they love to travel and be outdoors.   Ann has a wide range of work experience, including many years in education and theater. But her great love is non-profit organizations and she has over 20 years of experience working in positions from university development, to endangered species recovery, to performing arts education. She loves creating spreadsheets, streamlining processes, and organizing events.   Ann was a single mom herself for 9 years and is looking forward to bringing her skills and experience to Gilead House with the hope that she can support other single moms in finding hope, healing, and strength for a beautiful future.  Board of Directors Brynna Holland | President Bryna Holland has lived in Novato for most of her life and raised her family in this community which she loves. She spent fifteen years serving as a public defender in Marin County, where she saw firsthand how deeply stable housing impacts families. She values Gilead’s mission to provide not just shelter, but support and mentorship for mothers and their children, and is honored to serve as board president.  Clark Blasdell | Vice President Clark has been the President/ CEO of Northbay Family Homes (NFH) and Suburban Alternative Land Trust (SALT) since 1978. As the founder of these organizations, Clark has over 40 years of public and private real estate industry experience. Both organizations have been centric to policy making and developing affordable housing projects in and around the North Bay.  Clark’s extensive knowledge and expertise in this area support our Board of Directors in navigating and setting criteria to determine which affordable housing projects are the best match for Gilead House recipients.  Clark has always been involved in his community, supporting local events, non-profits, local businesses and low income housing.  He was instrumental is the development of the Hamilton Housing Project in Novato.  He was a long-time member of North Bay Leadership Council and continues his membership in the Novato Chamber of Commerce, active in their Leadership Novato Program.  Since 2001 representing the North Bay Council, Clark has been a member of the Marin Economic Commission. Betty Lee | Treasurer Betty lives in Marin County and is a working Mom with a daughter in elementary school. Professionally she is a Managing Director for Cetera Investors. ​ Betty grew up in Sacramento and matriculated at UC Berkeley where she was a leader in Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity. After graduating she continued to serve her alma mater as a board member of the California Alumni Association. She belongs to several organizations that support the growth of women in business and volunteerism in the community. When not working she enjoys all that Marin County has to offer including live performances, easy access to skiing, great schools and a sense of community. ​ Carrie Scrimshire |  Board Member Carrie Scrimshire is the CEO of Gilead House in Novato, a fundamental program to inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Carrie’s professional goal is to take Gilead House to the next level in the housing of families, both in increasing the number of locations and furthering education. She is an avid learner and believes every single person benefits by education and continuous learning. Personally, Carrie loves to cook. Her passion is expanding her knowledge of healthy, fusion-style cooking with multi-cultural dishes such as French, Mexican, Spanish, Thai, Peruvian, Greek, and Indian. No challenge is too difficult for her.   She also loves animals. Saint Francis is her favorite saint because he looks out for and protects animals. One of her long-term goals is to design an animal sanctuary where abused and neglected animals can live out their days in a loving peaceful environment.  A random fun fact about Carrie is she flew a small plane over two Hawaiian islands (Maui and Lanai) with no flight experience whatsoever. She loves people, laughter, hard work and has a great sense of humor. Her personality is magnetic and she always finds the good in everyone. Richard DeRamon | Board Member A prior Novato Chamber Ambassador for several years, Mr. De Ramon currently promotes the Novato Chamber and its purpose by serving on the Chamber Board of Directors. Expectations include shared fiduciary oversight of the Novato Chamber, enlisting new members, maintaining relationships with current members, and serving as a goodwill representative at local nonprofits, businesses, and the communities we serve.  Richard will also develop new business contacts in Novato while increasing community-wide recognition for both the Chamber and First Federal Savings. ​ Richard was recognized as the Novato Chamber’s Ambassador of the year in 2016. “ Serving and improving the community whenever possible is greatly valued at First Federal Savings. Moving our loan and administrative offices to Novato allowed me the opportunity to once again to serve in Novato. ” ​ A gr --> History | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW History The idea of Gilead House starts with a chance encounter.    In 1997, Michelle was discussing with the pastor of Bay Marin Community Church in Marin County what their church could do to serve their local community.  For several months, this discussion continued. ​ Did you know? There were more than 1,200 homeless children living in Marin in 1997, and that number has increased each year. Michelle worked in San Francisco and regularly took the bus to the City.  After being dropped off near downtown, she would walk several blocks to her office.  Along the route, Michelle often passed a woman sitting against a building with a sign saying she was homeless and welcomed any kindness.  Over time, these daily encounters led to each acknowledging the other, and occasionally Michelle would stop for a few minutes to talk.    One day, Michelle passed the homeless woman and saw a small girl sitting with her.  When she asked who the girl was, the woman introduced her as her daughter.  Never imagining the homeless woman was a mother, Michelle was very moved.  The following week, she told her pastor about the homeless woman and her child, and said they could perhaps best serve the community by providing support and a safe home to homeless moms and their kids.  And from that, the idea of Gilead House was born.    The idea comes to life.    No idea comes to life without the help and support of many, and numbers of people at Bay Marin got involved in bringing this idea to life.  While researching homelessness in Marin County, Bay Marin found there were more than 1,200 homeless children living in the county.  The majority of these children were under the care of a single mother.      After many months of research, planning and fundraising, Gilead House became a reality.  The name Gilead was chosen as it refers to a region in ancient Israel set aside as a place of refuge and healing.  The name seemed to describe perfectly the home in Marin County that was being offered to families in need.      Rather than an institutional setting, a rented four-bedroom house in the hills of Novato was chosen to provide a safe, clean, and warm home in a safe neighborhood: the first step toward the positive self-image needed by the homeless mothers and their children.  This home was the first real home environment that some of the kids would ever have.    The first three families moved into Gilead House in October of 1999.  Since that time, Gilead House has served more than 100 women and their children through a vast team of dedicated staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to support resident families striving for personal and economic stability.  Today, Gilead House provides housing, support, and learning opportunities for up to twelve families at two locations in Novato. Timeline August 2001 Rented home for 3 families – Harding Drive, Novato August 2014 7th Street mortgage retired! August 1999 Rented home for 3 families –  Arlington Circle, Novato June 2011 Built home for 6 families – 7th Street, Novato “Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lots of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring, those ripples build a current which can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.” Robert F. Kennedy We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! 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GIVE NOW Privacy Policy Privacy Policy Gilead House respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.  This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when visiting our website.  By using our site, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.  We may update this Privacy Policy periodically, so please review it regularly for changes. ​ Information We Collect Anonymous Data We may collect non-personally identifiable information about your visit to our website, such as browsing patterns, pages visited, and time spent on the site.  This information is aggregated for statistical purposes and helps us improve our website to better serve our visitors. 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To the extent that any donations are processed through third-party providers, such as payment processors, your information will only be used to complete the necessary transaction.  These providers are required to uphold strict privacy and security standards. ​ ​ Donor Privacy Policy ​ Gilead House is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our donors. We pledge that: Donors’ personal information will not be shared, sold, or traded with other entities. We will not send mailings on behalf of other organizations. This policy applies to all donor information collected both online and offline, including through: The Gilead House website Mobile applications Email, written, and oral communications ​ Your Rights and Choices We respect your preferences regarding how we communicate with you. If you would like to: Opt-out of future mailings Update or correct your personal information Ask questions about this Privacy Policy ​ Please email us at [email protected] . ​ Contact Us If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected] .  We value your trust and are dedicated to protecting your information. We Need Your Support Today! Donate We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> Take Action / Volunteer | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW FEATURED EVENT For the Love of Mothers A COMPASSIONATE BENEFIT FOR GILEAD HOUSE  Join us for an afternoon of connection, care, and community in support of the families we serve. Celebrate.  Support.  Gather Get tickets Volunteer Opportunities Being a Volunteer at Gilead House is a special opportunity to serve single moms and children while increasing awareness and compassion for those in need in our community. Your gift of time is greatly appreciated and truly makes a difference in the lives of the families at Gilead House. ​ Read about how your time can make a difference by reviewing all of our programs then fill out the volunteer form below.  ​ * After you submit your application, our we will contact you to review your interests and discuss how you might get involved. Apply here Childcare   Childcare volunteers are needed to provide supervision of the Gilead House children for various programs throughout the week. Activities include playing games with the kids, reading books, and helping with homework. It is a great opportunity for high school students as well as adults who want to make a difference. ​ ◊ When: Monday evenings from 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm ​ ◊ Location: Sevent h Street Center, 1024 7th Street, Novato Project Serve   Join us for Project Serve and assist with the upkeep of the Gilead House facility. Duties vary but include cleaning, home repairs, painting, facility updates, and various yard projects as needed. ​ ​ ◊ When: The first Saturday of each month 10:00 am – 11:00 am ​ ◊ Location: Sevent h Street Center, 1024 7th Street, Novato Sunday Suppers   We’re looking for volunteer teams (school or service groups, teams of friends or colleagues) to provide a meal on the first Sunday of each month for the mothers and children at Gilead House.  Groups can prepare the meal together off-site and deliver it to the house for dinner  ​ ◊ When: First Sunday, each month  5pm - 7pm ​ ◊ Location: Sevent h Street Center, 1024 7th Street, Novato Sign Up Sign Up Mentoring   The Gilead House Mentoring program is a key part of our learning program.  Mentors have a lasting and positive influence on the lives of moms by fostering trust, facilitating life skills development, and modeling social and emotional well-being.  Mentors provide guidance and encourage accountability as each mom pursues the goals necessary to enable her to transition to independent living. ​ ◊ When: Determined with assigned mom ​ ◊ Location: Sevent h Street Center, 1024 7th Street, Novato Life Skills Ed   We are looking for individuals who would like to share their skills with our mothers.  Monday nights our moms meet to learn a variety of skills that will help them to be successful and independent.  If you have a skill that you would like to share with our mothers, please call or email our office. ​ ​ ◊ When: Every Monday 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm ​ ◊ Location: Sevent h Street Center, 1024 7th Street, Novato Prayer Teams   Join our group of prayer warriors to hear important updates about Gilead House and intercede for the families, staff, and future of Gilead House.  ​ Email [email protected] to join the group and get Zoom information. ​ ◊ When: Second Thursday, each month  1pm-2pm ​ ◊ Location : Zoom Meeting  We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> Ways to Give | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW Ways to Give Our families receive the support they need because of the generosity of people like you.  There are many different ways to make a gift today and provide hope to the moms and children of Gilead House. Make a One-Time Donation Provide Ongoing Support ongoing support Make a Gift in Honor/Memory Leave a Legacy Other Ways to Give Donor-Advised Funds A donor-advised fund is a type of giving program that allows you to combine the most favorable tax benefits with the flexibility to easily support your favorite charities. Make an irrevocable, tax-deductible donation to a public charity that sponsors a donor-advised fund program. Advise the investment allocation of the donated assets (any investment growth is tax-free). Recommend grants to qualified public charities of your choice. Make a donor-advised fund distribution through your financial institution, or contact us at [email protected] to learn more. Mail a Gift To make a gift from your donor-advised fund, please make checks payable to Gilead House and mail to the following address: Gilead House 1024 7th Street Novato, CA 94945 Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Matching Gifts You may be able to double, or even triple, the impact of your gift with a match from your employer. Matching Gifts and Volunteer Grants Did you know that many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage philanthropy among their employees? Some companies will even match gifts made by spouses and retirees. Please check with your employer to see if your company participates in a matching gift program. Donate a Gift Card You can donate your unused gift cards or the remaining balance through CharityChoice. You will receive a tax receipt for the entire full value or any unused balance on your card. Go to: CharityChoice Visit Amazon Wish List You can provide much-needed items to support the children and moms. You can host a collection drive with your church or community group to gather items to help support Gilead House families. Gilead House is always in need of the following items: ​ Amazon Wish List: Gift Cards: grocery stores, gas stations, Target, Ross, etc. {These are used to purchase specific items as needed for Gilead House and the families when in need.} Office Supplies: copy paper and postage stamps Financial donations to help support the families at Gilead House with services such as counseling, child advocacy, case management, child care, etc. Paper products: towels, toilet paper, tissues Lysol wipes, Ziploc bags, garbage bags ​ Gilead House is not accepting any of the following items at this time: Toys, books Travel size soaps and shampoo - opened hygiene items Clothing, shoes, undergarments Beds and mattresses Bedding – sheets and pillowcases Baby items Kitchen items ​ Needed items can be dropped off at the Gilead House Office, Monday – Thursday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Please call ahead to confirm. ​ Any questions? Email [email protected] or call the office at 415-895-5575. We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> News | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW Latest News All Posts Search See's Candy Fundraiser with United Markets Join us for a month of giving at United Markets! We are very grateful to United Markets of Marin for their generous support and... Nov 10, 2023 Marin Magazine - Not Stopping Us: Gilead House Helps Single Moms Through the Pandemic Thank you, Marin Magazine, for featuring our efforts to continue supporting homeless moms and kids during the pandemic! Read more here:... Jun 7, 2022 Don McCardell Gives Encouragement from God's Word We would like to introduce you to our new friends Don McCardell and his wife Donna. Don became connected to Gilead House during the... Mar 30, 2022 Gilead House moms win Live Your Dream scholarship This year, Soroptimist International of Novato recognized and presented monetary awards to eight women for the “Live Your Dream” award.... Mar 30, 2022 Honors Achievement We want to give special recognition to Carlos for receiving his 1st 4.0 GPA for last Fall’s semester! It’s hard enough earning a 4.0 but... Mar 30, 2022 Meet Kim. About Kim. Children: 3 Daughters Education Track: Medical Assistant Time at Gilead House: 7 months Kim is the mother of four beautiful... Mar 30, 2022 We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> Partnerships & Sponsors | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW Partners & Sponsors A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Valued Partners  ​ At Gilead House, we are deeply grateful to each individual, church, and business that generously contributes their time, resources, and skills. Your unwavering support is the backbone of our success, enabling us to provide comprehensive aid to those in need. ​ Proudly Associated with the Novato Chamber of Commerce ​ As a proud member of the Novato Chamber of Commerce, we are committed to fostering a thriving community through collaboration and shared goals. Special thanks to our dedicated partners, who go above and beyond:   Special Contr ibutions and Heartfelt G ratitude to: Tersweetsa by T & CA • Piece of Cake and Confections • Beso Bistro • Truffle Shuffle • Laurel & Vine • Principal Insurance Company • Tillamook • Emmi Roth Specialty Cheese • Valley Memorial Park • Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese • Spring Hill Jersey Cheese •  Salt • Shell's Belles • Valley Oak Wealth Management • Aflac • Suburban Alternatives Land Trust • ProCo Insurance Services • Tracy Hoffman    ​ Business & Service Club Partners Bank of Marin • Chevron Retirees • Druids of Novato • Gene Burch Plumbing, Heating & Air • Grilly’s  • Ignacio Rotary • International Soroptimist Club of Novato • Kona Ice • National Charity League • Nothing Bundt Cakes • Novato Sunrise Rotary • PayStar • Proco Insurance • RINA • Rip City Riders • Rob Martel Photography • Rolling Hills Club • Schalich Brothers Construction • Southern Marin Mothers Club • Ultragenyx • Valley Memorial Park • Valley Oak Wealth Management • West America Bank • West Wind Wines • Novato Republican Women ​ Foundations Allensby Charity Fund • Bothin Foundation • The Carl Gellert and Celia Berta Gellert Foundation • Marin Charitable Association • Episcopal Impact Foundation • Kindness for All Foundation • Peter E. Haas Jr. Family Fund • Redwood Trust Employee Foundation • Tamalpais Pacific  • Kroner Family Foundation • Rossi Family Foundation • San Francisco Foundation • Episcopal Impact Fund • Rotary Club of Novato   Church Partners All Saints Lutheran Church, Novato • Anthem Church, Novato • BayMarin  Community Church, San Rafael• Church of Our Savior, Mill Valley• First Presbyterian Church, San Rafael • Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary • Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Novato • Grace Church of Marin, San Anselmo • Hamilton Community Church of the Nazarene • Hillside Church of Marin, Corte Madera • Lincoln Community Church, San Rafael • Lucas Valley Community Church, San Rafael • Marin Asian Community Church • Marin Covenant Church, San Rafael • Nativity of Christ Greek Orthodox Church, Novato • New Life Christian Church, Novato • Presbyterian Church of Novato • Red Hill Church, San Anselmo • The Quest, Novato • St. Francis Episcopal Church, Novato • St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, Marin City • St. John’s Episcopal Church, Ross • Tiburon Baptist Church, Tiburon • Trinity Community Church, San Rafael • Valley Baptist Church, San Rafael We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> Items Needed | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW Items Needed You can provide much-needed items to support the children and moms. You can host a collection drive with your church or community group to gather items to help support Gilead House families.   Gilead House is always in need of the following items: Amazon Wish List Gift Cards: Gas stations, Target, Ross, Amazon, Safeway, Costco, Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Lowes, Visa Gift Cards, etc. (These are used to purchase specific items as needed for Gilead House and the families when in need). Postage stamps Financial donations to help support the families at Gilead House with services such as counseling, child advocacy, case management, child care, etc. Paper products: towels, toilet paper, tissues Lysol wipes Garbage bags Organic dish soap, hand soap, etc. ​ Gilead House is not accepting any of the following items at this time: Toys, books Travel size soaps and shampoo - opened hygiene items Clothing, shoes, undergarments Beds and mattresses Bedding – sheets and pillowcases Baby items Kitchen items ​ Needed items can be dropped off at the Gilead House Office, Monday – Thursday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Please call ahead to confirm. ​ Any questions? Email  [email protected] or call the office at 415-895-5575. ​ We greatly appreciate your support! We Need Your Support Today! Donate We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> Contact | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW Contact Us GILEAD HOUSE LOCATIONS ​ SEVENTH STREET CENTER (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 ​ Located in Novato, California, Seventh Street Center is a residential home that houses up to six families. Each family receives a private bedroom, bathroom, and closet. The main living areas in the house are shared including the kitchen, playroom, living room, dining room, and laundry facilities. Families live at Seventh Street Center for up to 12 months and actively participate in all Gilead House programs. Get in Touch Enter Your Name Enter Your Email Enter Your Subject Here Phone Choose an option Choose an option Type Your Message Here SUBMIT Thanks for submitting! We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page --> Enrollment | Gilead House top of page HOME PROGRAM Our Program Enrollment ABOUT History Real Moms Real Stories Leadership Contact FOR THE LOVE OF MOTHERS GET INVOLVED Take Action / Volunteer Partnerships & Sponsors Items Needed WAYS TO GIVE Ways to Give PRIVACY POLICY More... Use tab to navigate through the menu items. GIVE NOW Enrollment Client Intake Need Help? Who we are Gilead Hou se serves mothers and children impacted by domestic violence.  We are a place of hope, healing, and life-changing transformation. ​ NOTE:   Gilead House does NOT provide emergency services. ​ ​ Intak e ​ Thank yo u for your inquiry! ​ To begin the enrollment process: ​ ​ Gilead House is joining the Marin County Coordinated Entry system for the future enrollment of mothers. Potential candidates should call  (415) 473-4663  for an assessment. ​ Each candidate will be evaluated by a trained community partner through the VI-SPDAT tool (Vulnerability Index and Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool), and if eligible, will enter the Marin County homeless system.  ​ We are a program that best serves homeless mothers with 1 or 2 children, who are ready to make changes in their lives through transparency, diligence, communication, and collaboration. ​ Gilead House moms must be committed to full-time education, and have a willingness to participate in program classes or opportunities. ​ Gilead House moms must all remain sober and clean during their tenure with us. ​ ​ Requirements for all Gilead House residents ​ Must be a single mother with at least 50% cust od y of her children. Must be at least 6 months clean and sober, and actively involved in the recovery community, if applicable. Must participate in Life Skills classes throughout the week. Must pass random monthly drug and alcohol tests. Must be motivated to make life changes towards the goal of self-sufficiency. ​ ​ Equal access to services policy ​ Gilead House does not discriminate. Beyond meeting the specified admission criteria, no person shall be denied services at Gilead House on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, or other unlawful bases. We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. 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GIVE NOW Real Moms Real Stories A place of hope and empowerment.    The women who arrive at Gilead House come from diverse and often traumatic backgrounds and experiences.  All have been homeless or at risk of being homeless.  Most have experienced domestic violence, job loss, mental illness, or are recovering from substance abuse or other events that have left them vulnerable economically and emotionally with no stable place to live.   They come in need of hope, stability, and a place to heal.  They come with an expressed desire to end the path of homelessness they’ve been on and develop the capabilities needed to provide for themselves and their children.   Each wants a second chance, and turn to Gilead House for a safe, sober, and stable living and learning environment from which they can learn the skills and access the support needed to better their lives.    Through hard work and the support of a loving community, the moms leave Gilead House with a sense of purpose, improved economic self-sufficiency, and hope for a better future for their family.  Best told by them, these are real moms, real stories. MARY'S STORY Like many women, Mary became homeless after deciding to leave an abusive relationship. Her need for safety and the safety of her kids were finally more important than the many reasons that kept her with her abuser. With incredible courage, she and her two children left for a better life.   “I discovered there is help out there.”    Finding safe and stable housing at Gilead House has been huge for Mary. Once her housing was secure, she was able to take a risk and quit her low paying job in order to look for something better. In a short time, she found a new job as a nanny and is now earning over $500 a month more than at her previous employment.   Gilead House's Life Skills program is equipping and inspiring Mary to become financially stable. Without the added anxiety caused by homelessness, she is focused on improving her personal finances, increasing her education, and becoming self-sufficient. AMANDA'S STORY Amanda’s story is one of gaining stability and hope. Before coming to Gilead House, Amanda was homeless for 3 years, living out of her car, and using the bathroom at a coffee shop to bathe her kids. She had no money for rent and struggled to pay bills with her hourly salary as a coffee barista.   "The support I received at Gilead House has been invaluable. The structured environment with rules and curfew has helped me to slow down and stay in control. I’ve learned budgeting, parenting skills, and opened a savings account."   After coming to Gilead House, Amanda has made tremendous strides in her personal and professional life. Through a caring mentor, she has learned to know her self-worth and realize that she can achieve more. With added confidence, she has doubled her hourly wage and now works as an Administrative Professional.   With a renewed sense of hope, Amanda has set high educational goals for herself. Her 10-year plan includes earning a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, and a law degree. Her dream is to become a Family Law Attorney. ELIZABETH'S STORY Elizabeth came to Gilead House as most homeless moms do—feeling scared, powerless, and inadequate as a parent. She didn’t believe in herself and underestimated her abilities.   “The best thing about Gilead House is the support and information that they provide.”   Since moving to Gilead House nearly 2 years ago, her life has changed dramatically. She has grown personally and professionally and has become a better mom. She is stable for the first time in years and building a solid future for her two girls.   Through Gilead House's Life Skills training and a positive mentor, Elizabeth, has gained confidence and is better able to navigate the challenges of everyday life. With the encouragement and support of her mentor and staff, she has changed jobs, increased her wages, and empowered herself. KENDRA'S STORY Kendra is not a stranger to the debilitating effects of homelessness. Since her daughter was born, she has bounced around from place to place, estranged from family, struggling to find a place to call home. Last year she moved to Marin County to live with a friend and when that relationship failed, she had no place to turn. Even with two part-time jobs, it was impossible to afford rent, pay for childcare, and feed her family.   "Before I came to Gilead House, I didn't believe that someone would hire me for a better job."   When Kendra came to Gilead House she was stressed out, struggling to find housing, and unable to get “things together on her own.” Having a stable place to live gave her hope, peace of mind, and the opportunity to receive help. Along with her mentor and staff, she developed a plan for a higher-paying job and changed the course of her professional life.   As a result of her participation in the CalWORKs program, Kendra now has a job that she is proud of as a bank teller. She is learning new skills, making a higher wage, and has opportunity for advancement. In the future, she would like to go back to school and earn a degree in finance. "Families are the compass that guides us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights and our comfort when we occasionally falter." Brad Henry We Need Your Support Today! GIVE NOW Our Mission: To inspire hope and empower homeless single moms and their children toward financial stability and independence. Seventh Street Center   (Main Campus & Gilead House Office) 1024 7th Street Novato, CA  94945 415-895-5575 Gilead House is a zero-tolerance campus for drugs and alcohol. Don't miss a thing. Stay connected with us! Sign Up! Thanks for submitting! Gilead House is a 501(c)(3) certified organization.  Our tax identification number is 91-1887050. Quick Links About News Events Contact Donate © 2025 Gilead House Privacy bottom of page