We Create Real Change
The YWCA has been empowering women in Northern Illinois since 1891. Our mission-driven services continue to evolve to meet the needs of women, children and families in Rockford and the counties of Boone, Winnebago, Stephenson, and Jo Daviess.
CCAP Health and Safety Training Completion Verification Notice
A notice from the Illinois Department of Human Services regarding the CCAP Health, Safety, and Child Development Training Verification process.
CCAP License Exempt Provider Monitoring Notice
A notice from the Illinois Department of Human Services regarding annual monitoring visit requirements.
Annual Provider Update Forms now Available
YWCA Child Care Solutions is conducting our annual provider information updates for our referral database.
Annual Update Form for Family Child Care Homes
Annual Update Form for Child Care Centers and Preschool Programs
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Upcoming Events
Mar
04
YWCA Leader Luncheon
March 4, 2019
Giovanni’s Conference Center
Leader Luncheon XXXIX: Women of Achievement Leader Luncheon is the YWCA Northwestern Illinois's primary fund-raising event. Funds from the event are used to develop and expand programming and advocacies for women and families’ economic self-sufficiency with a clear commitment to the elimination of racism and the empowerment of women. Register Now Bright Future Scholarship…
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Aug
23
La Voz Latina Annual Banquet
August 23, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Giovanni’s Conference Center
This event includes a social hour, awards recognizing talent in our community, dinner, program, and dancing. Register Now Nominate a Hispanic/Latino community leader today for Latino of Distinction or Community Member of Distinction Awards! Thank you to our 2018 Media Sponsors! This event includes a social hour, awards recognizing…
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Oct
03
Wine Women & Purses
October 3, 2019 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Giovanni’s Conference Center
Join YWCA Northwestern Illinois for a memorable evening of wine tasting, boutique shopping, heavy hors d'oeuvres, silent auction, and live music! Thank you to our valued 2018 event sponsors... Presenting Sponsor Wine Glass Sponsor SwedishAmerican Health System- Belvidere Cordial Sponsor Nothing Bundt Cakes Toasting Sponsors First National Bank and…
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YWCA Leader Luncheon focuses on community, justice
Change ourselves, change the world. It’s a simple phrase but a big mission, one that…