Our Impact

YWCA Spokane is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, standing up for social justice, helping families, strengthening communities, and promoting peace, justice, dignity, and freedom for all. We empower women, families, and communities through a combination of prevention, education, outreach, and response work.

Who We Serve

Each year, we serves women, men, children, and families who are impacted by intimate partner domestic violence, homelessness, and unemployment through our free, trauma-informed, confidential programs and services.

The population we serve is overwhelmingly low income and disproportionately affected by health issues such as COVID-19. Women, women of color, LGBTQ+ survivors and other marginalized populations experience disproportionate incidents of intimate partner and gender-based violence, and increased barriers in seeking help.

With the oversight of our Racial and Social Justice Learning Community, which is comprised of agency leaders, programmatic staff, board members, and community volunteers, we partner with community organizations leading equity and inclusion work to facilitate ongoing assessments and training opportunities for staff in support of culturally competent services.

YWCA Racial & Social Justice Work  |   YWCA Programs & Services

Our Impact in 2022

Last year, the following outcomes were reported across our programs:
  • 2,623 victims of intimate partner violence received emergency support via our 24hr confidential helpline,
  • 985 women and children escaping abusive relationships found a safe place to stay through our shelter and housing services,
  • 3,638 survivors found counseling, legal assistance, education, and community through our free and confidential services,
  • 719 children impacted by family violence received trauma-informed services interrupting cycles of poverty and violence for years to come,
  • 1,173 women gained new skills and tools needed for success in life, including job and school readiness and financial education,
  • 1,773 children and their families engaged in early care and pre-school programs focused on preparing children for success with elementary school and beyond.
  • 2,649 participants engaged in free training, presentations, and outreach efforts about intimate partner domestic violence.
  • 583 participants engaged in free learning series, panel discussions, and events
    focused on racial equity and social justice issues impacting our clients.

Impact Report | YWCA Spokane History

National Impact

Pioneers for Empowerment

YWCA is bigger than a place—we have been at the forefront of social change for more than 160 years. YWCA is the oldest and largest multicultural women’s organization in the world. Across the globe, we have more than 25 million members in 122 countries, including 2 million members in 200 local associations in the United States. We provide safe places for women and girls, build strong women leaders, and advocate for women’s rights and civil rights in Congress.

We are part of an international movement serving over 2 million in the U.S. and 25 million worldwide in 120 countries.

Learn more about the YWCA National Movement.