Brief History

From a grassroots community vision to a trusted source of safety and support, this timeline highlights the key moments that have shaped My Sister’s House and our ongoing commitment to serving survivors.

January 2001

Became a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community service organization

September 2001

Inaugural 12-member Board of Directors and 11-member Advisory Committee installed

March 2002

Received major grant for $150,00 from the California Employment Development Department to implement My Sister’s House “Women at Work Program”, which operates out of the Broadway One Stop Career Center

April 22, 2003

Opened Sacramento’s first 6-bed safe haven for battered Asian and Pacific Islander women and children

November 2003

Held our first annual Run For A Safe Haven at William Land Park. This 5K fun run drew over 1,200 adults and children who competed individually and in over 70 teams.

2013

Opened its second shelter – a transitional housing program

2014

My Sister’s Cafe launches as part of our job training program

2015

Moved to new office