Update: YWCA will delay opening until 9 am
Based on predicted weather conditions and school closures, YWCA will delay opening until 9 am Wednesday, January 17th. We will reconsider whether the delay will be a further delay or…
Baby, It’s Cold Outside
My dog won’t go outside to “do his business” first thing in the morning unless I go outside with him. Yes, we have a fence, and no, this is not…
Happy New Year
Happy New Year! Two things everyone loves at the end of a year are countdown lists and New Year’s resolutions. My resolution is to do a better job at planning…
Unlocking the Future
Thank you to everyone who came Saturday morning to celebrate the near completion of our “Unlocking the Future” major locker room renovation. The atmosphere was absolutely jubilant – a mix…
At Christmas, we give
On Tuesday I read stories to my daughter’s preschool class. More on reading and the importance of early literacy in a later post… I chose to read The Book with…
#GivingTuesdayCLT 2017 Is a Success!
Thank you to our supporters who donated an impressive $22,395.71 towards YWCA's mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice freedom and dignity for all during the 2-week…
Healthy Cooking Classes for the Body and Budget
In many cultures, the kitchen is the heart of the home, and that is no different at the YWCA. Since 2012, the Women in Transition program at the YWCA has…
YWCA Central Carolinas Kicks off #GivingTuesdayCLT 2017
Across the country, Giving Tuesday has become a part of the Thanksgiving Holiday shopping season. From Black Friday to Small Business Saturday to Cyber Monday, and then Giving Tuesday. This…
Open Enrollment: Important Information for Women and Families
Attention: Open Enrollment for 2018 Marketplace plans begins November 1 and lasts until December 15. Now is the time to act! All consumers, new and renewing, should return to the…
Board Member and President-Elect Receives Distinguished Award
A big congratulations to our board member, and president-elect, Soamoya Rankins for receiving the 2017 Global Diversity & Inclusion Award at Bank of America in honor of her volunteerism and support of…