Kara’s Story

Kara planned to navigate her pregnancy like any other young mom, but suddenly found herself without a place to live and an inability to overcome her past on her own. As a resident at Ruth Harbor, she found the support she needed – not only to survive, but to flourish!

Anne & Mia’s Story

Anne came to Ruth Harbor in 2002. She was pregnant and afraid, but Ruth Harbor provided her the grace and safety she needed to bring her daughter, Mia, into the world.

Nalijah’s Story

Before coming to live at Ruth Harbor, Nalijah struggled to be on time to classes at school. However, as she became more involved in RHM programming, she began to see that staff believed in her, and that God had a plan and purpose for her. All of this motivated her to want more for her life and to set goals in order to achieve more.

Michelle’s Story

At 16, Michelle was angry and felt abandoned by family as a result of her unplanned pregnancy. Today, her story of redemption, a changed heart, a new life, and her having her own family show the generational impact of Ruth Harbor Ministries.

Hannah’s Story

Hear Hannah's inspiring story of fear, failure, and rebellion turned to faith, success, and renewed relationships.

Kristin’s Story

Kristin shares her own realization of the importance of family & support. "I thought I didn't need Ruth Harbor at the time, but I'm so glad I came."

SuSu’s Story

Susu shares how the staff at Ruth Harbor have become her family and have kept in touch with her long after her time at Ruth Harbor. During her stay, Susu earned her GED and her future is brighter than she ever could have dreamed on her own. "You guys make me want to do better, be better, for me and my son."

Rose’s Story

Rose came from a dark childhood, as did her mom, and her mom’s mother. She chose open adoption because she wanted to be part of her daughter’s life, but knew she couldn’t take care of her at that time. She wanted her daughter to witness her growth and say, “that’s your mom, she came from the streets, and look at her today.”

Hannah’s Story

After years of rocky relationships and unhealthy choices, Hannah ended up homeless, living in her car. She learned of Ruth Harbor through the kindness of a police officer who observed her situation. Hear how she found faith, peace, and joy that she had never known before.

Sharlee’s Story

Sharlee found out about Ruth Harbor after finding out that she was pregnant with twins while in incarceration. She had her twins at Ruth Harbor, co-parented her 13-year-old, reconnected with her son who was adopted, and got married. Watch her story and hear how a life of addiction and struggles turned into a life of joy and confidence.