What we do matters
The YWCA Spokane is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, standing up for social justice, helping families, and strengthening communities.
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our services
Shelter
Shelter
Crucial, safe housing for domestic violence survivors in immediate danger.
Legal
Legal
Help for domestic violence survivors in need of a protection order. Guidance through the civil legal court system.
Heal & Grow
Heal & Grow
Counseling, safety, support, skill-building, and resources needed to address barriers and begin moving forward.
Clothing
Clothing
Clothing, toiletries, and necessities for women; free through this donation-based, clothing boutique.
Children
Children
Free pre-school education, on-site childcare, trauma support, and youth outreach.
Young Women
Young Women
Transformation Camp designed to inspire, motivate, and encourage girls to embrace the extraordinary young women that they are.
Program Impact
12,250
Women receive support and advocacy to rebuild their lives after experiencing domestic violence.
2,927
Children and mothers develop new tools needed for success in life including job and school readiness.
2,400
Children and youth receive outreach and counseling to help cope with trauma and develop health relationship skills.
It Takes Courage
I didn’t recognize all the signs. They started so small and built up slowly over time. It wasn’t all bad. A lot of it was really wonderful. The violent episodes were sometimes years apart. That is what made it so hard, so confusing.
Get Involved
SPEAK UP – ADVOCATE
Your voice has power and can have an amazing impact in your community. There are many ways you can get involved and make a difference in the lives of women, children, and families on a local level and nationally.
MAKE AN IMPACT – VISIONARY WOMEN
We believe in a community where all women and children have a safe place to live. A place where women have the opportunity to earn a livable wage and families can live free from violence, in peace, and with dignity.
Upcoming Events
Scott Kirby will journey through 150 years of ragtime, Blues. Americana and more. Kirby will also present images throughout the concert, including his own watercolor art.
Date: Saturday, November 17, 2018 Time: 1:00pm -2:00pm
Location: Spokane Falls Community College Music Auditorium (Building #15)
Cost: Free and open to the public
For more information call (509) 328-5729 or visit their website at http://www.kpbx.org/ Free parking in Lot 3.
A Native American boy is magically transformed into a bear in this animated fantasy from Walt Disney Pictures.
Date: Saturday, November 17, 2018
Time: 2:00pm – 3:25pm
Cost: Free
Location: South Hill Library, 3324 S Perry Street
For more information call (509)444-5300 or visit their website at www.spokanelibrary.org
Edward S. Curtis set out in 1900 to document traditional Indian life. This film tells the dramatic story of Curtis’ life, his work, and his changing views of the people he set out to document.
Date: Saturday, November 1 7, 2018 Time: 2:00pm-3:40pm
Cost: Free
Location: Hillyard Library, 4005 N Cook Street
For more information call (509) 444-5300, or visit their website at www.spokanelibrary.org