About
Jenté Safe Place, Inc. was founded in 2018 by Jennifer Washington, a U.S. military veteran, with a vision of creating safe, supportive environments for individuals facing crisis, trauma, and housing instability. Her passion for serving vulnerable populations grew while working in correctional facilities, where she witnessed firsthand how abuse, trauma, homelessness, and difficult life circumstances often leave individuals without the resources or support needed to rebuild their lives.
Having narrowly escaped a possible abduction as a teenager, Jennifer was inspired to help protect others by promoting awareness, education, prevention, and access to safe, transitional housing. What began as a mission to support survivors of abuse has grown to include individuals experiencing homelessness, housing instability, and veterans in need of safe housing and supportive services. Today, Jenté Safe Place remains committed to empowering individuals with the resources, stability, and opportunities needed to achieve independence and rebuild their quality of life.
Our organization is made up of a dedicated team of compassionate leaders, volunteers, and community partners who work together to advance our mission and strengthen the communities we serve.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jennifer Washington
Founder & President
📍 Maryland
Leon Whitener
Vice President
📍 Missouri
Sylvia Best
Secretary
📍 Maryland
Jessica Jackson
Treasurer
📍 Alabama
Tammy Bush-Hamilton
Board Member
📍 Illinois
Eric Windhom
Board Member
📍 Georgia
Ronald Blackwell
Board Member
📍 District of Columbia
Our Mission
Our Mission is to provide safe housing, compassionate support, and resources for individuals at risk or in need, including survivors of predatory abuse, individuals experiencing homelessness, and veterans facing housing instability. Jenté Safe Place, Inc. is committed to creating a safe and healthy environment where individuals can regain stability, restore independence, and rebuild their quality of life.
Our Vision
Our Vision is to create a future where every individual facing trauma, abuse, homelessness, or life-changing challenges has access to a safe place, compassionate support, and the opportunity to heal, regain stability, and rebuild their life with dignity, independence, and hope.