All services are free and confidential.
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On any given night, 100 women and children sleep safely at our residential campus.
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Over 500 people have made a commitment to the Genesis mission by joining an auxiliary group.
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To access all Genesis services, call the 24-hour helpline.
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All services are free and confidential. • On any given night, 100 women and children sleep safely at our residential campus. • Over 500 people have made a commitment to the Genesis mission by joining an auxiliary group. • To access all Genesis services, call the 24-hour helpline. •

Join a Genesis Auxiliary
Genesis auxiliaries are like-minded volunteer groups that support Genesis Women’s Shelter through annual membership dues, exclusive volunteer opportunities, educational forums, fundraising events and donation drives throughout the year.
Students Tackle Abusive Relationships (STAR)
This co-ed program gives teens aged 14-19 a voice to confront teen dating abuse and raise awareness amongst their peers.
Genesis Young Leaders (GYL)
Young professionals (21-35) dedicated to ending domestic abuse through community awareness, special events and volunteering.
He Respects Others (HeRO)
Our HEROs are positive male role models (30+) who create safer communities and set the standard for zero tolerance of abuse.
Genesis Women’s Alliance
One of our largest groups, the Genesis Women's Alliance empowers women (30+) through volunteer opportunities and community outreach.
Join a Genesis Auxiliary
Join one of our like-minded volunteer groups to help support Genesis through annual membership dues and exclusive volunteer opportunities, educational forums, fundraising events and donation drives throughout the year.
STAR
Geared towards teens between 14-19, this co-ed program gives students a voice to confront teen dating abuse and raise awareness amongst their peers.
GYL
Young professionals (21-35) dedicated to ending domestic abuse through community awareness, special events and volunteering.
HeRO
Our HEROs (He Respects Others) are positive male role models (30+) who create safer communities and set the standard for zero tolerance of abuse.
Alliance
One of our largest groups, the Genesis Women's Alliance empowers women (30+) through volunteer opportunities and community outreach.
Auxiliary FAQ
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Genesis auxiliaries are actively involved in a variety of volunteer opportunities, such as serving meals at our shelter, hosting craft nights at "Annie's House" transitional housing with kiddos and participating in events to raise awareness in their company and community.
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We do ask for annual membership fees for each of our groups. With the generous financial and time donations from our auxiliaries, we are able to continue growing and raising more awareness of domestic abuse.
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Time commitments for all of our groups are flexible and can be adapted to your unique schedule. We appreciate the many different ways our auxiliary members support the women and children of Genesis.
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While our auxiliary members can participate in all Genesis events, we host several events throughout focused on raising awareness and encouraging new memberships per each auxiliary.
HeROs Break the Cycle Breakfast - Our annual membership event for current and prospective members, we discuss the HeROs auxiliary, how men can help raise awareness in their community and the importance of men being involved in the work to end domestic abuse.
Masquerade - Get your friends or coworkers together for a black-tie fundraising gala. Including live music, a roaming dinner and signature cocktails, Masquerade is a great opportunity for young professionals to get involved with philanthropy.
First Ladies' Bruncheon - Our annual faith-based event, First Ladies’ Bruncheon brings community and faith leaders across Dallas together to raise critical funding for Genesis at South Oak Cliff.
Genesis Jamfest - A concert for a cause, Genesis Jamfest is a fairly new event presented by the HeROs auxiliary. At this event you can find food, local vendors, adult beverages and some great music, all while raising funds for our cause.
Represent Genesis - Shop Our Merch
Proceeds from Genesis Women's Shelter merch benefit the life-saving services we provide to women and children seeking help and hope.