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OpenDoor-Columbus wants to break the cycle of addiction
OpenDoor-Columbus (ODC) is our response to the opioid epidemic that has ravaged our community and community. ODC empowers women who are in recovery from substance use disorder by equiping them with life skills. ODC is a beacon of hope, help, and healing to women following incarcaration and/or treatment. We befriend and advocate for women in our community, who are trying to rebuild their lives, and by doing so, hope is restored to the hopeless and healing is possible. Community volunteers provide unconditional support when they come together bringing all of their life experiences, journeying with women from darkness into the ligjht.
OpenDoor-Columbus envisions communities free of judgment by providing education so the stigma of disease will be eliminated. Building strong relationships with our community, women have a unique opportunity to change the trajectory of their lives, their children's lives, as well as all future generations. When women learn to live differently and their lives are transformed, the cycle of addiction can be stopped.
All of the services we provide are free of charge. Outreach, recruitment, and training our volunteers are costly and paramount to the transformative relationships that are necessary for success.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How is OpenDoor funded, and what percentage of donations goes to programs vs. overhead?
OpenDoor Women’s Recovery Alliance is funded through a mix of individual donations, foundation grants, church partnerships, and community sponsorships. We are committed to strong financial stewardship—approximately 85% of all contributions go directly to programs and services that support women in recovery. The remaining 15% supports essential operations, ensuring we can continue this work long-term.
Will I get a tax receipt?
Yes. OpenDoor is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law, and you will receive a receipt for your records.
Do you publish your financials or an annual report?
Yes. Transparency is a core value. We share our financials and a summary of impact in our annual report, which is available upon request and will soon be published on our website.
Do you have a diverse and sustainable funding model?
Yes. We intentionally cultivate a diverse funding stream that includes grants, monthly donors, faith-based and corporate partnerships, and special event fundraising. This approach helps ensure we are not overly dependent on any one source and allows us to remain focused on mission over money.
How do you evaluate your programs and measure success?
We evaluate success by tracking both quantitative and qualitative outcomes—including housing stability, sobriety milestones, employment, family reunification, and relational support. Additionally, we gather feedback from participants, volunteers, and partner organizations to continuously improve.
How do you collaborate with other organizations in the space?
OpenDoor is built on partnership. We collaborate with courts, treatment centers, probation officers, peer support specialists, faith communities, and organizations like Freedom Recovery, Maryhaven, and Mommies Matter. These collaborations ensure wraparound support and continuity of care for each woman we serve.
How will my donation make a difference?
Your donation helps us provide the kind of consistent, caring, and practical support that women need after treatment or incarceration. From transportation to court, assistance with job interviews, or just having someone show up each week—your gift ensures that no woman walks alone.
What impact have you had so far? Can you share measurable results or success stories?
Since our founding, we’ve walked alongside dozens of women rebuilding their lives. Many have secured housing, reunited with children, obtained jobs, and maintained long-term sobriety. For example, Amanda, referred through the court’s diversion program, said: “I don’t know where I’d be without OpenDoor. I want to stay friends forever.” We are currently collecting formal data to publish in our next impact report.