Arlington Magazine

"While they wait for the next shoe to drop, Arlington's human services nonprofits are scrambling to mend the holes already slashed in the social safety net. Demand for assistance is up, resources are stressed and anxiety is pervasive," Arlington Magazine reports.

"Financial stress is also triggering a rise in intimate partner violence, according to Diana Ortiz. She's the CEO of Doorways, which provides temporary shelter, housing and support services to Arlington adults and families experiencing domestic violence. 'This is not an abstract thought,' she says. 'It's a very real connection. There is more need when there is uncertainty. That immediately translates into unhealthy behavior.'

Ortiz says demand for Doorways' shelter is at its highest level in the organization's 47-year history. Some 150 individuals, mostly women and children, have come to the nonprofit seeking refuge in the past year. That's more than double the number five years ago."

ABW Apliances

At ABW Appliances, they live and breathe home appliances, but what truly inspires them is the heart of the home: generosity. In 2023, the Arlington Showroom donated $4,500 to Doorways as part of the #ABWGives campaign, and they've chosen to support Doorways again this year! From October 1, 2025, through December 31, 2025, $10 of each order will be donated to support our programs for survivors and their families.

ABW Appliances is a family-owned local business serving the DC and Baltimore Metro areas. Together, they're not just delivering appliances, they’re fueling generosity, strengthening communities, and making every home a little brighter. 

Learn more at www.abwappliances.com.

Abortion Restrictions May Be Fueling a Rise in Domestic Violence, Experts Warn

"On average, a woman's risk of being killed in the U.S. increases by 20% when pregnant or after giving birth. Pregnant and postpartum women are more likely to be killed than to die from childbirth-related issues," PBS reports.

"In the U.S., homicide is the leading cause of death for pregnant and postpartum women. Nearly half of those killings involved domestic violence. In states with abortion restrictions, that homicide rate is 75 percent higher."

Someone They Loved: Domestic Violence Isn’t Easing Up for Black Women

"Despite representing around 14% of the U.S. female population, 'Black women have the highest rate of homicide victimization by males in our nation and are almost always killed by someone they know,' Kristen Rand, government affairs director for the Violence Policy Center, said."

Volunteer opportunities before, during, and after the event

The Arlington Turkey Trot is more than just a 5K—it's a beloved Thanksgiving morning tradition that brings our community together. Now in its 20th year, the Trot supports local nonprofits including Doorways. Volunteers are needed Pre-Race and Race Day!