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DVAM 2025: Spokane Shows Up for Survivors

Nov 3, 2025 Comments Off on 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.

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Survivors Honored at Community Vigil

Oct 2, 2025 Comments Off on Survivors Honored at Community Vigil

YWCA Spokane joined together with local leaders and service providers for a community vigil honoring lives lost to domestic violence.

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2025 DVAM Peer to Peer Toolkit

Sep 4, 2025 Comments Off on 2025 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…

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YWCA Legacy Circle: Maeve Aeolus’ Story

Aug 1, 2025 Comments Off on YWCA 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,…

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

Jul 11, 2025 Comments Off on 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.

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A Conversation with Parting CEO, Jeanette Hauck

May 28, 2025 Comments Off on A 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…

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Briana Berner, YWCA’s Interim Director of Philanthropy

May 19, 2025 Comments Off on Briana 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.

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Chantel Black, Board Member Highlight

May 1, 2025 Comments Off on Chantel 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…

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Dee Boyle, Board Member Highlight

May 1, 2025 Comments Off on Dee 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…

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Candy Casteal, Board Member Highlight

May 1, 2025 Comments Off on Candy 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.

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Beth Kennar, Board Member Highlight

May 1, 2025 Comments Off on Beth 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.

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Ann Slininger, Board Member Highlight

Apr 3, 2025 Comments Off on Ann 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.

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Kyndra Gamache, Board Member Highlight

Apr 3, 2025 Comments Off on Kyndra Gamache, Board Member Highlight

YWCA Spokane is proud and grateful to have Kyndra Gamache as a valued member of our Board of Directors.

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Jerrall Haynes, Board Member Highlight

Feb 13, 2025 Comments Off on Jerrall 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.

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Tamara Bradley, Board Member Highlight

Jan 31, 2025 Comments Off on Tamara 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.

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Mackenzie Kutz, Board Member Highlight

Jan 7, 2025 Comments Off on Mackenzie 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.

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Yvonne Smith, Board Member Highlight

Jan 2, 2025 Comments Off on Yvonne 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.

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2024 Community Engagement Impact

Dec 31, 2024 Comments Off on 2024 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…

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A Collaborative Victory for Community Safety: How YWCA Spokane’s Domestic Violence Task Force Is Saving Lives

Dec 13, 2024 Comments Off on A 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…

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Cari Grandstaff, Board Member Highlight

Dec 1, 2024 Comments Off on Cari 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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