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.

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Annual Provider Updates are Here!

YWCA Child Care Solutions is performing annual child care provider updates. Please click here to access your update form.

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Let our Referral Specialist help you find quality child care to suit your family’s needs.

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Join these Board Members, women leaders, and YWCA Members. Become a member today.

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Become part of the national movement for women, girls and communities across the country.

Upcoming Events

Wed 20

Virtual Lunch & Learn “Ending Gender Based Violence: A Conversation about Effective Advocacy at Local, State and Federal Levels”

October 20 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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YWCA Week Without Violence Virtual Lunch & Learn Register Here Ending Gender Based Violence: A Conversation about Effective Advocacy at Local, State and Federal Levels Join Catherine Beane, Senior Vice President of Public Policy and Advocacy at YWCA USA, for an informative discussion on advocacy and supports that impact domestic violence. As part of Week…

Mar 07

2022 YWCA Leader Luncheon XLII: Women of Achievement

March 7, 2022 @ 11:45 am - 1:00 pm

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