Together We Thrive: YW+A’s Year of Empowerment and Impact
As the 2025 school year came to a close, our Young Women+ Achievement (YW+A) program wrapped up with a powerful final workshop series and an exciting field trip.
Exploring STEM Careers, One Jam Session at a Time
We were thrilled to partner with Google, Hologic, and Veolia Water Technologies to create three unforgettable days of hands-on learning, inspiring conversations, and behind-the-scenes tours.
Who Tells the Story: Building Bridges Through Education and Empathy
In a world filled with divisions and false binaries, the mission of Norma Johnson and Amanda Cherry stands as a beacon of hope. They believe that the most direct route to social change is through relationship-building. Read about their collaborative initiative, entitled "Who Tells the Story."
Listening for Change: Real voices. Real challenges. A renewed call for equity.
Voices of a Generation: YWCA Boulder County amplifies young women’s call for change with listening sessions.
Reading for Change: RER Volunteers Discuss Racism and Inclusion
Over the past two weeks, Reading to End Racism (RER) volunteers have had the privilege of engaging young minds in powerful discussions at Eisenhower Elementary and Foothills Elementary.
Join us at the CO State Capitol and be a voice for change!
YWCA Women’s Empowerment Day is returning to the Colorado State Capitol on April 9. We’ll focus on legislative priorities that include health, safety and economic advancement for all women and girls.
2025 Gala Awardees Honored
We are thrilled to honor two exceptional individuals whose dedication, passion, and impact have truly made a difference in our community.
Deidre Farrell with the Janet Beardsley Award of Excellence and Marta Loachamin with the Mark Bouzek Community Impact Maker Award.
YW+A Students Explore MSU Denver
Yesterday, the Young Women+ Achievement (YW+A) program took an exciting field trip to Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU). The group included 25 students from three different high schools: Broomfield, New Vista, and Centaurus.
Reading to End Racism Inspires Students at University Hill
RER volunteers engaged 362 students across 17 classrooms, fostering important conversations about race, identity, and allyship.
Open Letter to Persimmon Early Learning Donors
“For many families, especially families of color, the number one challenge is affordable daycare….The YWCA gave me a safe space for my girls while I was able to pursue my career.” - Any Chacon Ortega
Voices that Matter - a Conversation with Ivy
Ivy Andreula, a STEM E3 participant and busy middle schooler, took time to talk with us about her experience with YWCA Boulder County’s STEM program. Listen in as we talked about how the program is meeting the needs of young women today, and changing systems for the future.
Give Early for CO Gives Day
Colorado Gives Day is Tuesday, December 10 but you can give early starting on November 1. Join the statewide wave of generosity! It’s easily the best day to give.
Closing the Wealth Gap with Financial Literacy
In November, YW+A partnered with Capital One to host financial literacy to high school students.
Voices for Equity: RER Volunteers Foster Inclusion in Boulder Schools
At just two elementary schools, over 800 students participated in RER sessions, and the impact was palpable.
Empowering Futures: YWCA STEM E3 Students Experience AI and Inspiration at Google Boulder
On November 11, YWCA Boulder County partnered with Google to host more than 40 middle school students from 14 schools throughout Boulder County. Held at Google’s Boulder office, it was an inspiring "Jam Session" that explored the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) through hands-on activities, insider insights, and lively discussions.
Gift Drive! Spread Holiday Cheer This Season
Persimmon Early Learning Gift Drive Dates:
Gift drop off: Nov 13 - Dec 6
Call to make an appointment to shop: Dec 2-6
Gift shopping days: Dec 9 - Dec 19
Museum of Boulder Field Trip
Persimmon Early Learning’s fitness instructor April led children in our Wobbler class - ages 1-2 years - on a field trip to The Museum of Boulder.
Building Community at Anderson Farms: YW+A’s Fall Field Trip
YW+A advocates, along with 26 students, came together at Anderson Farms for an afternoon of bonding, laughter, and a bit of adventure.
November is Native American Heritage Month!
November is Native American Heritage Month! Join YWCA in recognizing the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous people in the United States!
Get Out the Vote Rally
A big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us at today's Get Out the Vote Rally! It was a powerful, high-energy event and it was great to have so many people in our community show up and let their voices be heard. Special thanks to our partner organizations, DJ CIN, and our speakers (pictured).