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Press releases and articles in the news about YWCA Spokane's work in the Spokane community

YWCA Spokane Updates

Impacts of Funding Changes

Domestic violence remains one of Spokane’s most urgent public health crises. YWCA Spokane continues to be the primary source of safety, shelter, and support for individuals and families impacted by intimate partner violence.

Because people count on us, our mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all remains steadfast. That commitment has not changed, and it never will.

However, like many nonprofits across the country, we are adapting to a shifting funding landscape. This year, we are experiencing a $500,000 reduction in public funding at the county, state, and federal levels.

In response, we’ve made the difficult decision to reduce staffing in some areas and to draw upon our limited reserves to maintain essential services. These choices were not made lightly, but with long-term sustainability and impact in mind.

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Current Press Releases

Jul 9, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Press Release – YWCA Calls For 2026 Women of Achievement Award Nominations

Nominations are open for YWCA Spokane’s 44th Annual Women of Achievement Awards. The deadline for submissions is September 26, 2025.

May 28, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

YWCA Spokane CEO Announces Retirement

YWCA Spokane announces the upcoming retirement of its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Jeanette Hauck, at the end of 2025.

Apr 30, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Press Release – Lime Launches Lime Hero Partnership to Raise Money for YWCA in Spokane

Spokane, WA (April 10, 2025) – Lime e-scooter and e-bike riders in Spokane can now help support survivors of domestic violence while addressing systemic inequalities for women and girls. Lime’s new Lime Hero partnership with YWCA Spokane will allow riders to opt-in to round up the cost of their rides to make donations to YWCA.

Mar 28, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Media Alert – YWCA Spokane’s Women of Achievement Luncheon Results

Spokane, WA – YWCA Spokane proudly announces the success of its 43rd annual Women of Achievement Awards Luncheon, a powerful celebration of leadership, resilience, and community support. This year’s event honored 9 outstanding women for their extraordinary contributions and raised a net total of over $260,000 in support of YWCA Spokane’s vital services for women, children, and survivors of domestic violence.

News Articles

Feb 19, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

KXLY: Spokane organizations raise awareness about teen dating violence

SPOKANE, Wash. — Friday may be all about love and relationships for many, an alarming number of teens are caught up in unhealthy and abusive relationships.

Dec 18, 2024 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Workforce Wednesday – Dec 18 2024

The Women’s Opportunity Center is a great resource for women in need from getting clothes, job searching, mentoring, holistic services, and much more. They also accept many donations for those in need, have a service project called Hope for the Holidays, and volunteer work.

Statements

May 6, 2024 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Board Statement On Racial & Social Justice

YWCA Spokane is committed to living out our full mission: eliminating racism and empowering women.

Jul 2, 2019 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Public Statement – YWCA Spokane Is Here For Victims Of Domestic Violence

Spokane, WA – On Sunday June 30, 2019, The Spokesman-Review released the following update by reporter Rebecca White, “Former Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien Accused of Domestic Violence Sunday Night”, available online at The Spokesman-Review.

Mar 8, 2018 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

YWCA Spokane Public Statement – We Stand With Victims of Domestic Violence

Spokane, WA – On Wednesday March 7th, 2018, The Pacific Northwest Inlander released their weekly newspaper with an article titled, “Community leader Phil Tyler calls for men to stand up for women – but his own past is riddled with allegations of domestic violence” by Daniel Walters, also available online at Inlander.com.

Contact Us

Media Contact

Erica Schreiber

Director of Community Engagement

Email: ericas@ywcaspokane.org 

Phone: 509-789-8275

Blog

Jul 11, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Supporting Survivors and their Pets: How Students Are Making a Difference

Learn how students at a local vet school are making a difference in the lives of survivors and their pets staying at our safe shelter.

Jul 1, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Books to Prisoners: YWCA Spotlight

Every other month, we highlight people in Spokane who work to advance YWCA’s mission by creating real and lasting change in our community.

Jul 1, 2025 Jul 17 @ 12:28 pm

Violence Prevention: Adapting in the Face of Funding Cuts

Even in the face of change, we are staying rooted in our mission. Together, we can keep building a community defined by safety, justice, and dignity for all.

Events

May 15, 2025 Jul 17 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

DV 201 Training: Learning In Action

Join YWCA Spokane for this important sequel, virtual training on July 17th at 2:00pm. Learn more about the unique barriers and challenges survivors navigate on a daily basis and talk through how you might help a survivor.

Jun 3, 2025 Jul 21 @ 9:00 am - Jul 25 @ 2:00 pm

July 2025 Transformations Camp

July Transformations Camp Join Us! Transformations camp is a week-long summer camp held at YWCA Spokane through a partnership with Strong Women Achieving Greatness (SWAG). Transformations Camp offers a safe environment for young people to build confidence, identify strengths, foster…

May 2, 2025 Jul 30 @ 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm

The Thread – A Writing Workshop Series for Survivors – This July with Tara Karr Roberts

A writing workshop series for survivors of domestic violence happening once a month on a Wednesday from April through October. This month with Tara Karr Roberts.