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    YWCA IS ON A MISSION

    We are leading Boulder County’s movement to eliminate racism and empower women.

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    Child Care Available Starting at 8 Weeks

Upcoming Events

What’s Happening at YWCA Boulder County

YWCA Boulder County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Our Programs ↘

YWCA Boulder County provides direct services, issue awareness and education, and advocacy to support individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.

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    Persimmon Early Learning

    Persimmon Early Learning (formerly Children’s Alley) provides high-quality, affordable child care.

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    Reading to End Racism

    Literacy program for local K-5th grade students to discuss racism, bullying and discrimination. 

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    STEM E3

    STEM sessions for girls in 5-8th grades, to further economic advancement and equity.

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    Young Women+ Achievement

    An identity and culturally responsive mentoring program that supports local high school students.

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    Advocacy

    In partnership with YWCA USA, we advocate for change at the local, state, and national level. 

    How to Take Action

Support our mission for gender equality and racial justice ↘

What Your Donation Can Do!

  • Buy books for inclusive activities in local schools for Reading to End Racism

  • Stock supplies for Persimmon Early Learning

  • Supplement child care activities with fields trips, fitness classes, and nutritious meals

  • Pay for STEM E3 workshops for middle school girls

  • Underwrite community events for Racial Justice & Equity Education and Advocacy

  • Enable the hiring of Young Women+ Achievement mentors/advocates who support local high school

Colorado Child Care Contribution Tax Credit

Your gift to YWCA Boulder County supports our mission for gender equality and racial justice. YWCA Boulder County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 84-0500276), and gifts are tax-deductible.  If you are a Colorado resident, you may also be eligible for the Colorado Child Care Tax Credit, which can significantly lower the net cost of your gift.