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YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· 9d

The temperature is HOT, but we are keeping it cool at YWCA Kids Place! ☀️ It's hard to believe summer will soon come to an end, but we know these memories will last forever! Continue the fun by making sure your camper is enrolled for before and after school care starting this fall🔗: buff.ly/yefVxX1

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· 15d

The YWCA Columbus 140th Anniversary Gala is right around the corner, but there's still time to get involved with the party of the year! 🎉 By sponsoring this event you're helping celebrate the legacy, history, and future work of YWCA Columbus. 👉 Visit buff.ly/nmkbvTq to learn more!

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· 26d

It's THAT time again! ⏰ For 41 years, YWCA Columbus has shone a light on courageous and compassionate leaders in our community. Want to see someone YOU know on the stage for the 42nd Annual Women of Achievement? Learn more and start your nomination: buff.ly/DokhE1D

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· 28d

A young mother at the YWCA Family Center secured housing but risked losing everything in storage after falling behind on payments while hospitalized. Thanks to the Resident Needs Fund, a $160.75 balance was cleared, and her family moved into their new home. Be the difference: 🔗 buff.ly/GLGEmO4

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 14

Columbus parents and caretakers, this one is for you! Are you in need of trusted childcare? Safe & Sound Jenkins, a Step-Up To Quality gold-rated program, is accepting toddlers and pre-schoolers at its brand new facility and is THE choice for quality care. 👉 www.ywcacolumbus.org/safeandsound

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Feb 2

We begin #BlackHistoryMonth honoring Claudette Colvin. At just 15, she refused to give up her bus seat, strengthened by the Black history she was learning in school. Honest education empowers young people to recognize injustice and create change. We must keep telling the truth.

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jan 8

YWCA Columbus condemns the federal immigration operations that led to yesterday’s fatal shooting in Minneapolis and joins national leaders in calling for full transparency and accountability to ensure justice for the victim, Renee Nicole Good. www.ywcacolumbus.org/blog-collection/minneapolis-jan2026

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Dec 10

Human rights are universal and we must fight against injustice while empowering marginalized voices. True change comes through collective liberation: when we work together to ensure peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for ALL. #YWCACbus #OnAMission

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Dec 3

🎉 Meet the 2026 Women of Achievement! We’re thrilled to introduce this incredible class of leaders. ✨ Learn more about the 2026 honorees and don’t miss snagging an early-bird pass for just $100! 🔗 Follow the link to learn more + secure your pass: buff.ly/6RYG8tJ

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Nov 19

Our shelters are at a tipping point. Our community needs action and now is the time. YWCA Columbus President and CEO Elizabeth Brown joins local leaders in calling for stable, long-term funding to keep shelter doors open and support those experiencing homelessness. Read the op-ed : buff.ly/0DMpTFM

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Nov 18

Hey, Columbus! Holiday shopping is here — why not use some of that energy to do good? ✨ Shop the YWCA Columbus Holiday Market and make a real difference in the lives of our neighbors. Even the smallest gift can have a BIG impact. 🧡 Shop with purpose, give back, and spread joy: buff.ly/uADXHuo

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Nov 11

Today we honor all who have served and recognize the women and gender-expansive people whose courage and leadership have often gone unrecognized. YWCA Columbus thanks our veterans for their service, sacrifice, and continued commitment to equity, community, and lasting change.

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Oct 13

On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, YWCA Columbus honors the strength and leadership of Indigenous communities. We remain committed to justice, reconciliation, and amplifying Indigenous voices—today and every day. 🧡 #OneYWCA #OnAMission #YWCACbus

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Aug 26

The #19thAmendment didn’t guarantee the vote for all women—and 105 years later, barriers remain. 🗳️ Local elections decide housing, schools, and safety in Columbus. Make sure you’re registered to vote —and remind 3 women you love to do the same. 🧡

Two women sit at a table, filling out forms or writing, in front of a large banner that reads “Get a Piece of the Action – Register Now to Vote, Board of Election Commissioners, City of Chicago.” The woman on the left wears glasses, a striped shirt, and a pearl necklace, while the woman on the right wears a dark top with a red vest and a gold chain necklace. Text in the lower right corner reads “19th Amendment 105th anniversary” and “eliminating racism, empowering women, YWCA Columbus Ohio.” The image highlights women’s activism and voter registration efforts.

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Aug 25

Did you know you can make twice the difference with one gift? 💡 Many employers offer matching gift programs—meaning your #donation to YWCA Columbus could go even further for women, families, and young leaders in our community. Ready to double your impact? 🔗 Click here: buff.ly/gMc37r9

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Aug 18

There’s a brand-new way to give at YWCA Columbus! 🧡 With Mindful Giving, supporting our mission has never been easier — just one click can create real impact. Your support fuels programs that change lives and strengthen our community — together, we make it happen. 🔗 Visit buff.ly/Xlh2sCT now!

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Aug 17

YWCA Columbus' amazing staff are all about dedication, grit, and heart. On #NationalNonprofitDay we celebrate the everyday heroes who turn compassion into action. Thank you for believing in a world where everyone has a place. 🧡 #OneYWCA

Collage of three photos showing YWCA Columbus staff and supporters. Left image: two smiling women in orange clothing with text overlay reading “National Nonprofit Day!” Middle image: two women smiling and holding a gray T-shirt with the words “YWCA is on a Mission.” Right image: a group of women at a rally holding signs, including one that reads “YWCA Tiene Una Misión.”

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Aug 14

📝 August is National Make-A-Will Month! Your will can protect loved ones and support YWCA Columbus’ mission to eliminate racism & empower women. Create yours free with our partner FreeWill— buff.ly/gha9RAH 🧡

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Aug 12

YWCA Columbus Kids’ Place is up for After School/Summer Camp Program in the 2025 CBUS Top Picks! 🧡 Vote at dispatch.gannettcontests.com/2025-CBUS-To... by Aug. 31 & help us celebrate safe, enriching spaces where kids thrive. Let’s win this, Columbus! 💪✨

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Aug 4

That’s a wrap on this year’s Racial Justice Challenge! Thank you to all who joined us in person or online — your commitment to equity makes a real impact. 🧡 Feeling inspired? Visit www.ywcacolumbus.org/social-justi... to get involved in advancing justice RIGHT NOW or donate to support the work.

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 30

🎨 Art From the Heart artists shared powerful reflections on hope. 🖼️ Vote for your favorite: www.ywcacolumbus.org/art-from-the... Feeling inspired? Donate to YWCA Columbus — every dollar fuels hope and community programs. 🧡

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 28

📚 YWCA Kids Place is now enrolling in Westerville, Gahanna & Columbus for Fall 2025! Our award-winning before & after school programs offer STEAM, SEL, fitness, & more — all in your child’s school for a smooth transition. 🔗 Learn more & register at www.ywcacolumbus.org/youth-develo...

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 25

YWCA Columbus unequivocally condemns the recent Executive Order that directs federal agencies to find ways to more easily criminalize homelessness through punitive measures such as forced removal from public spaces and involuntary institutionalization. www.ywcacolumbus.org/blog-collect...

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 18

🎟️ Passes are LIVE for Activists & Agitators 2025! Join us at CCAD's Canzani Center for a powerful night with Ijeoma Oluo, focused on housing justice, action, and 20 years of the YWCA Family Center. Early bird pricing won’t last — click here: www.ywcacolumbus.org/get-involved...

A promotional graphic for YWCA Columbus’s 2025 Activists and Agitators event. Bold black text reads “YWCA Columbus Presents Activists and Agitators ft. Ijeoma Oluo.” Below, there’s a photo of Ijeoma Oluo looking off into the distance. At the bottom, white text on a black bar reads: “October 8th 2025 | Columbus College of Art & Design, Joseph V. Canzani Center."

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 11

This week our friends in the Make A Day food truck brought joy and delicious meals to our downtown space! 🍽️ Thanks to their generosity, 70 residents and staff were served with care and kindness. Grateful for community partners who nourish both body and spirit. 🧡 #YWCACbus #OnAMission

Four people stand smiling in front of a food truck from Make A Day with the city skyline as a background. Two more people are visible inside the truck window.

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 10

On #BlackWomensEqualPayDay, we highlight the persistent wage gap impacting Black Women. The wage gap for Black women compared to non-Hispanic white men is 66 cents for full time, year-round workers. #ONEYWCA

Graphic highlighting the wage gap faced by Black women. The text reads: “Black women earn just 66 cents to the dollar compared to non-Hispanic white men working full time, year-round jobs.”

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 2

The Civil Rights Act didn't just change laws — it changed lives. Today, we honor the leaders, organizers, and everyday people who risked everything to make justice a reality. ✊🏾 Their fight continues in our mission to eliminate racism and empower women. #CivilRightsActAnniversary #OneYWCA #YWCACbus

A split image honoring the 61st anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The left side features a black-and-white photo of civil rights protesters and newspaper headlines from 1964. Overlaid text reads: “Civil Rights Act of 1964 – 61 Years”. The right side shows a modern color photo from 2025 of YWCA advocates at a rally holding signs that say “Stand Up for Social Justice” and “Eliminate Racism.” The years "1964" and "2025" are labeled in orange in the bottom corners.

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jul 1

YWCA Columbus is deeply disappointed in the passage of Ohio’s state budget, which reflects a broader policy choice to prioritize tax relief for the wealthiest individuals and investments... www.ywcacolumbus.org/blog-collect...

Black background with bold white and orange text. The message reads: "YWCA Columbus remains steadfast in advocating for sustainable local solutions that protect our most vulnerable, knowing that our true power resides in community – not in the State House."

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jun 26

Take us back to the joy, color, and connection of the Stonewall Columbus Pride March! 🌈 Celebrating LGBTQIA+ pride in community was a beautiful reminder of the power of collective care. Showing up together reflects our mission: eliminating racism, empowering women, and uplifting every voice. 🧡

A group of seven people smile while holding a bright orange YWCA Columbus banner that reads “eliminating racism | empowering women.” They are wearing matching orange YWCA Columbus shirts and holding Pride flags.

A vibrant crowd of people gathers in the street for a Pride parade, surrounded by rainbow flags, signs, and colorful outfits. In the background, a large float displays the word “LOVE” in bold letters.

A large group of people pose together on a staircase indoors, celebrating Pride.

YWCA Columbus@ywcacbus· Jun 23

Last week, Ohio House Republicans introduced a bill that would ban abortions and treat them as homicide, potentially impacting access to IVF and some forms of contraception, as well. Read more here: www.ywcacolumbus.org/blog-collect...