Episode 255: Elli’s House – Deb Ellinger

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Deb Ellinger, founder of Elli’s House—a nonprofit organization based in Detroit that works with women and girls in the city and also supports women and girls across the country who are experiencing homelessness or who have been impacted by addiction, human trafficking, abuse, and more.

Deb’s story is one of strength, compassion, and relentless action. After spending years working in law enforcement, Deb witnessed firsthand the heartbreaking realities of human trafficking and addiction. Driven by a deep desire to make a difference, she began meeting women where they were—offering food, hygiene kits, and hope from the back of her car. That grassroots effort grew into Elli’s House, a full-scale nonprofit that now provides 24/7 street outreach, a drop-in center, and one of Detroit’s only long-term residential programs for women exiting trafficking or homelessness.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

➡️ Deb’s inspiring personal and professional journey—from law enforcement to nonprofit founder
➡️ The powerful story behind Elli’s House and how it’s changing lives in Detroit and beyond
➡️ How Elli’s House supports women and girls with street outreach, shelter, mentorship, and more
➡️ The realities of trafficking and addiction in our own communities—and what we can do to help
➡️ Why showing up with love, dignity, and consistency makes all the difference
➡️ And so much more!

🛒 Help Elli’s House: Support their work by donating through their Amazon Wishlist – every item goes directly to a woman in need.

For more information on Elli’s House, visit: www.ellishouse313.com

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