Rosie's Place

Rosie’s Place is a sanctuary for poor and homeless women located in Boston, Massachusetts.

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History

It was founded in 1974 by Kip Tiernan as the first shelter specifically for homeless women in the United States.[1][2][3][4] It has evolved from providing meals and shelter to creating permanent solutions through advocacy, education and affordable housing. Rosie's Place relies solely on the generous support of individuals, foundations and corporations and does not accept any city, state or federal funding.[5]

References
  1. Scott, Jonathan D. (2011-07-08). "Remembering Kip Tiernan - The Angle". Boston.com. Retrieved 2013-02-09.
  2. "Obituary: Kip Tiernan, 85, Founded First Women's Homeless Shelter". The Chronicle of Philanthropy. July 13, 2011. Retrieved 2013-02-09.
  3. Hecht, Morgan (May 21, 2012). "Adventures in Feministory: Kip Tiernan, Founder of Rosie's Place". Bitch magazine.
  4. "History". Retrieved 31 January 2019.
  5. Mook, Laurie; Whitman, John R.; Quarter, Jack; Armstrong, Ann (2015). Understanding the Social Economy of the United States. University of Toronto Press. p. 113. ISBN 978-1-4426-6395-4.
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