YWCA Boulder County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
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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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![A young girl with long brown hair and freckles is looking at a laptop with a sticker that says 'VOTE IS MY MISSION'.]()
STEM E3
STEM sessions for young people in 5-8th grades, to further economic advancement and equity.
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Young Women+ Achievement
A culturally responsive mentoring program that supports local high school students as they move towards their futures.
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YLab
Our public policy and advocacy program, YLab is a hub to create tangible policy change in partnership with local organizations and YWCA USA.
Support our Programs ↘
Your Donation Can:
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 who support local high school students
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.
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