Founded by Mariah Sammons, A Starr’s Initiative was created to offer something deeply missing from traditional domestic violence shelters: care that feels like home. We believe every survivor deserves a safe, welcoming place to land—especially those who are often overlooked.

We serve women and gender-expansive individuals with compassion, cultural awareness, and zero judgment. If we can’t provide something directly, we’ll connect you to someone who can. Because you don’t have to do this alone.