REFUGE HOUSE, INC.
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA

Refuge House, Inc., founded on February 13, 1978, with registration under Florida status number 741599, has been a steadfast commitment to tackling domestic abuse and sexual assault in North Florida’s Big Bend Area, encompassing eight counties. Hailing from Tallahassee, Leon County, the organization operates from PO BOX 20910 and maintains open channels for communication through their phone lines at (850) 681-2111 and the toll-free number (800) 500-1119. For more specifics, they direct visitors to their website, refugehouse.com. At its core, Refuge House is driven by a mission that resonates with saving lives, fostering hope, and eradicating violence. They provide comprehensive services directly assisting victims of abuse alongside their children and engage the community through education and programs for intervention training aimed at preventing violence through increased awareness and skill acquisition. Serving as a testament to its collective approach, Refuge House is powered by a network of dedicated staff, volunteers, donors, and allies working collectively toward high-quality service provision in the community. Financial transparency underscores its operations, with contributions immediately directed toward their life-saving efforts - offering hope and putting an end to local violence. Leadership within Refuge House includes key roles such as Dean Hilton, who serves as Treasurer, Britain Riley in the capacity of Vice President, and Elizabeth Desloge Ellis at the helm as President. Governance updates have noted events like a name change amendment finalized on April 21, 1998. The organization's commitment to transparency is reflected in their last annual report for the year ending May 2024. Lastly, their Federal Employer Identification Number (FEI) is 591869324.