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Over 160 Local Organizations Take A Stand Against Racism
On April 27th and into the weekend, local organizations across the region will take part in the YWCA's 2012 Stand Against Racism, making the Rochester area the largest Stand in the nation.
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YWCA and MVP Health Care Engage Community Leaders in Dialogue
The YWCA and MVP Health Care hosted a roundtable discussion on racism as a prelude to the agency’s annual one-day event, the Stand Against Racism, held this year on April 27th.
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YWCA Receives $1.3 Million Grant for Upgrades
The $1.3 million grant from M&T Bank will be used for renovations for the North Clinton location, benefiting the more than 1,000 low-income women and children who use the facilities each year.
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Celebrate Ice Cream for Breakfast Day with Moonlight Creamery
Join us at Moonlight Creamery in Fairport on Saturday Feb. 4th for Ice Cream for Breakfast Day. A portion of all proceeds will benefit the YWCA's housing and teen programs.
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YWCA Invites You to Take A Stand Against Racism in 2012
More than 100 local organizations took part in the 2011 Stand Against Racism - the second-highest number of participating sites in the U.S. Continuing the dialogue, this year’s Stand will be held April 27th. A news conference officially launching the 2012 event was held January 26th.
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Homelessness Grows in Monroe County
Democrat and Chronicle - 12/28/11
YWCA Housing Director Carrie Michel-Wynne speaks about the increased need for emergency and transitional housing for women and children and how the YWCA is working to reduce childhood homelessness. View article |
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Patricia’s House of Fabrics Donates Hundreds of Heartwarming Holiday Gifts
13WHAM TV - 12/28/11
For the past several years, the staff and customers of Patricia’s Fabric House have hosted a collection of personal care items for the women taking part in the YWCA's Housing programs. As a special touch, these items are delivered in a hand-sewn pillowcase. View video |
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Nationwide: Child Homelessness Increases 33 Percent
YNN - 12/14/11
A new study found the number of homeless children increased 38 percent in recent years; meaning one in every 45 American children are homeless in a year. President & CEO Jean Carroll spoke about the local impact on the YWCA’s Emergency Housing Program. View video |
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Donors ROC the Day with the YWCA
13WHAM TV - 12/8/11
Our thanks to those who participated in the first annual ROC the Day community-wide online giving event. The day was a great success, raising awareness about the work local nonprofits do every day. The event also raised nearly $1,000 for the YWCA’s programs. View video |
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SBC Donates Over 1,000 Thanksgiving Baskets to Families in Need
WROC - 11/19/11
The generous members of the Small Business Council distributed a record number of food baskets for our community’s most vulnerable families, including the women and children of the YWCA. The group also donated an additional $1,500 in gift cards for additional groceries. View SBC video |
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YWCA Affordable Apartments named “Residence of the Year”
Rochester Woman Magazine - November 2011
YWCA Affordable Housing case manager Vialma Ramos speaks with Rochester Woman Magazine about the YWCA’s apartments at Kathlyn Gardens being named “Residence of the Year” and how supportive housing helps women achieve long-term stability. View article |
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YWCA Luncheon Draws Record Attendance
YNN - 10/6/11
Nearly 1,600 people attended the organization's 5th annual Empowering Women Luncheon on October 5th, breaking previous attendance records. Keynote Victoria Rowell and two women taking part in the YWCA's programs shared their stories at the event. Watch Video |
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YWCA Teen Encourages Other Young Mothers to Finish High School
Democrat & Chronicle - 6/30/11
This June, over 30 young women taking part in the School-Age Parents Program celebrated graduating high school. Rosetta, one of the teens, shares the challenges she's faced and how she encourages other young women to graduate as well. View story / Watch Video |
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KeyBank Recognizes YWCA as part of Key4Women Forum
YNN - 6/7/11
Our thanks to KeyBank for their generous donation of $5,000. At the YWCA, we celebrate courageous, empowered women every day. We applaud KeyBank for recognizing business and community leaders who do the same! View story |
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Over 100 Local Sites Take Part in 2011 Stand Against Racism
Democrat & Chronicle - 4/29/11
On April 29, 2011, the YWCA of Rochester took part in this nation-wide event celebrating a stronger community, together. Although this was the first year the event was held locally, the Rochester area had the second-largest number of participating sites in the nation. View story |
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UR Hosts Diversity Conference as part of YWCA's Stand Against Racism
YNN - 4/29/11
YWCA CEO Jean Carroll was presented with a proclamation by County Executive Maggie Brooks declaring April 29th, 2011, “Stand Against Racism Day” at the opening lecture for the University's day-long diversity event. View story |
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Twestival Raises Over $4,000 for the YWCA's Emergency Housing Program
Democrat & Chronicle - 3/26/11
The YWCA was chosen out of nearly 20 other nonprofits for the 2011 Rochester Twestival. The event gave social media users the chance to network while raising funds for a local charity. Our thanks to the Twestival committee, event sponsors, and to everyone who attended. View story |
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Decline in Local Teen Birth Rate Mirrors National Decline
Democrat & Chronicle - 2/20/11
Teen birth rates in the City of Rochester declined 10% from 2008 to 2009, mirroring the 8% decline in teen birth rates nationally. President & CEO Jean Carroll spoke about the need for programs that help teen mothers focus on creating brighter futures for themselves and their children. View story |
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Help the YWCA Help a Family in Need for the Holidays
YNN - 12/8/10
Through the generosity of community donors, the YWCA helped more than 250 families celebrate the holidays through its Adopt-A-Family gift program and Shoebox Drive for personal care items. Gifts included critically needed items such as warm winter clothing. View story
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Census Numbers Show Rise in Female-Headed Households Living in Poverty
YNN - 9/18/10
YWCA CEO Jean Carroll spoke about the importance of women's economic empowerment on the community as census data marks a rise in female-headed households living in poverty. View story |
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Teens Taking Part in YWCA's School-Age Parents Program Celebrate Graduation
YNN - 7/1/10
Each year, the YWCA helps more than 200 teen mothers navigate the challenges of early parenting. Despite these additional challenges, 30 young women were recognized as they celebrated a milestone some never thought was possible- high school graduation. View story |
