Lima’s Samaritan House first opened its doors in 1987 to serve homeless and/or abused women and children. Since that time, we have provided shelter, hope and guidance to literally thousands who otherwise had no safe place to go. Many are not aware of the number of women and children who may be trapped in violent relationships, sleep in abandoned buildings/cars or are forced to walk the streets. Samaritan House is a safe haven where so many have found the strength to overcome and the courage to prevail.
We believe this is reason for celebration!
In August, we commemorate our anniversary.
We are dedicated to our service,
but without the generosity of our friends in the community, we would not exist.
For many years, our Anniversary Celebration has been our sole fundraiser and a time to get together with friends, family and donors for an evening of fun. This year, the Raisin’ Bread Anniversary Celebration will take place on August 13, 2025 at the Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center. The evening includes appetizers, dueling pianos for entertainment, a silent auction and a 50/50 drawing. The proceeds from this event help to offset the operating expenses of running a three-story, thirty-eight room shelter. We hope that you can join us! If you and/or your business, group, church, club or committee would like to become a sponsor or donate an auction item, we would be grateful for your partnership. Please see the enclosed flyers for more information.