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DVAM 2025: Spokane Shows Up for Survivors
Each year, Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM) provides an opportunity to raise awareness in Spokane about the realities of relationship violence and to spark action toward building a community free from abuse.
MoreSurvivors Honored at Community Vigil
YWCA Spokane joined together with local leaders and service providers for a community vigil honoring lives lost to domestic violence.
More2025 DVAM Peer to Peer Toolkit
Click here to edit the dot navigation module. This text is only for editing and will not appear after you publish the changes. Overview Ambassador Basics Launch Your Campaign Templates Additional Content Blog & Events Peer to Peer Fundraising Toolkit Domestic Violence Action Month 2025 Thank you for your interest…
MoreYWCA Legacy Circle: Maeve Aeolus’ Story
August is National Make-A-Will Month, and in honor of that, we’re sharing the story of one of our inspiring Legacy Circle members: Maeve Aeolus. YWCA Spokane’s Legacy Circle is a special society that honors individuals who have included YWCA Spokane in their estate plans. As a retired nurse and veteran,…
MoreSupporting 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.
MoreA Conversation with Parting CEO, Jeanette Hauck
We recently announced the anticipated retirement of our CEO Jeanette Hauck, at the end of 2025. Throughout her nearly 30-year career in the non-profit sector, Jeanette has remained deeply committed to advocating for women, youth, and children. Below are some of her reflections from her time at YWCA Spokane. Leadership…
MoreBriana Berner, YWCA’s Interim Director of Philanthropy
As we prepare for the retirement of our current Chief Philanthropy Officer, Dana Morris Lee, we are proud to announce Briana Berner as YWCA’s Interim Director of Philanthropy.
MoreChantel Black, Board Member Highlight
Thank you for your service! YWCA Spokane is proud to take this opportunity to highlight one of the deeply valued members of our Board of Directors, Chantel Black. Each member of our board is passionate about our community and dedicates their time, talent, and resources towards the fulfillment of our…
MoreDee Boyle, Board Member Highlight
Thank you for your service! YWCA Spokane is proud to take this opportunity to highlight one of the deeply valued members of our Board of Directors, Dee Boyle. Each member of our board is passionate about our community and dedicates their time, talent, and resources towards the fulfillment of our…
MoreCandy Casteal, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane would like to take this opportunity to highlight Candy Casteal, a deeply valued member of our board of directors.
MoreBeth Kennar, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane is proud to take this opportunity to highlight a deeply valued member of our board of directors, Jerrall Haynes.
MoreAnn Slininger, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane is proud to take this opportunity to highlight Ann Singinger as a deeply valued member of our Board of Directors.
MoreKyndra Gamache, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane is proud and grateful to have Kyndra Gamache as a valued member of our Board of Directors.
MoreJerrall Haynes, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane is proud to take this opportunity to highlight a deeply valued member of our board of directors, Jerrall Haynes.
MoreTamara Bradley, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane would like to take this opportunity to highlight Tamara Bradley, a deeply valued member of our board of directors.
MoreMackenzie Kutz, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane would like to take this opportunity to highlight Mackenzie Kutz, a deeply valued member of our board of directors.
MoreYvonne Smith, Board Member Highlight
YWCA Spokane highlights Yvonne Esquibel Smith, a member of our Board of Directors. We are grateful for her incredible contributions to our community.
More2024 Community Engagement Impact
Our Community Engagement Department celebrates another impactful year! Since this department’s founding in 2022, it has been our goal to create positive change by fostering community awareness, advocating for racial justice, and preventing intimate partner violence. We are excited to share with you the results of work achieved in 2024…
MoreA Collaborative Victory for Community Safety: How YWCA Spokane’s Domestic Violence Task Force Is Saving Lives
At YWCA Spokane, our commitment to empowering survivors and creating a safer community is brought to life through the work of the Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Task Force. This dynamic coalition brings together YWCA Spokane legal advocates, the Spokane Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit, county law enforcement, and city and…
MoreCari Grandstaff, Board Member Highlight
Thank you for your service! Each member of our board is passionate about our community and dedicates their time, talent, and resources towards the fulfillment of our mission. On behalf of our team, those we serve, and our community we thank you for all you do! Cari Grandstaff began her…
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