Welcome to Covenant House Washington

Our new website will inform you about the array of programs and services available for youth in crisis. As part of the International Covenant House organization, the largest privately funded agency in the Americas serving homeless, runaway, throwaway, and at-risk youth, we serve youth throughout the metropolitan area and beyond. We provide a community of hope and healing to youth ready to transition from life on the streets to a life with a future.

When Covenant House Washington opened its doors in 1995, we were deliberate in establishing programs and services that addressed critical problems in the most challenging neighborhoods and communities of our nation's capital. Since opening our doors, we have provided direct care services to well over 5,000 youth through our Community Service Center. On a typical day, more than 150 youth benefit from integrated services, including education, vocational training, and prevention and community outreach services. We are one of nine partners in the Town Hall Education Arts & Recreation Campus operating in southeast Washington. THEARC is a major community revitalization effort that provides much-needed and much-desired services to children and adults in an attractive, community-friendly environment.

The Gospel admonition "What you do to the least of these, you do to me" (Matthew 25:45) applies to all who work for Covenant House Washington. This is our mission, to give of our time and talents on behalf of those in need. We ask you to join us in restoring hope to youth who have lost their way, giving them a chance for a positive and productive life.

About Our Logo

The Covenant House logo represents the mission of our organization. The open hand represents the warmth and inclusiveness of Covenant House. The soaring dove reflects the goal of freedom and independence we want for our youth-freedom from the harshness of the streets and the ability to stand on their own. The sun reflects our commitment to foster within youth hope and vitality for the future. The window represents opportunity-available for youth who are ready to take advantage of what the agency has to offer.