Rosie's Place

Rosie’s Place is a Boston-based non-profit organization founded in 1974 as the first women’s shelter in the United States. It provides a comprehensive suite of healthcare-related and social services to poor and homeless women, including mental health support, wellness programs, and emergency shelter. Beyond basic needs, the organization offers advocacy, legal assistance, and educational programs to empower its guests. Rosie’s Place operates independently of government funding, relying on private donations to sustain its mission of providing a safe and nurturing environment. The organization serves thousands of women each year, focusing on the social determinants of health to improve long-term outcomes for its community.