Frequently Asked Questions
organization
Are you faith-based?
NAOMI is a faith-lived nonprofit. We have diverse Christian backgrounds and we respect each woman and her personal beliefs. All content, groups, and gatherings uphold this commitment. We encourage open dialogue about personal beliefs and everyone is welcome to share.
Who provides support services to the community members?
Our direct service staff are responsible for creating and teaching content, leading groups, facilitating gatherings, and providing one-on-one support. Direct service staff are trauma-informed and have strong accountability to continue their own internal growth work. You can find more information about staff here.
Can I volunteer to work with the community members?
No. Only direct service staff and community leaders who are trained are permitted to work directly with the women.
Can I volunteer in other ways?
Yes! We have opportunities to volunteer that include gardening, lawn care, cleaning, house maintenance (professional and amateur levels), and clerical duties. We post volunteer opportunities here.
How is NAOMI funded?
NAOMI has a strong, consistent base of funding primarily composed of individuals, local businesses and occasional small grants. We do not receive any state or federal funds. You can find out more here.
housing
Do you offer transitional, crisis or affordable housing?
No we do not offer any housing.
In 2019, we shifted the transitional housing model to an affordable housing model to focus more on providing relationship-first support services . This shift reflected what we were learning through extensive research and real life experience—resources, such as housing, can meet physical needs but those alone don’t bring forth healing or recovery.
In 2024, we made the decision to completely phase out all housing to completely focus on our community support services. This decision was a two-year discernment process with the board and staff. We desire to focus all our resources on providing support services to women and children enduring trauma. Through healing and having trusted, healthy relationships to help them make decisions, they discover they have choices that allow them to be independent. We believe focusing on this mission is what sustains healing and recovery for life.