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 Provider Training Requirements
IDHS is now requiring that providers complete training to participate in CCAP…
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Upcoming Events
Aug
25
La Voz Latina Annual Banquet
August 25 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
August 25, 2017 This event includes a social hour, awards recognizing talent in our community, dinner, program, and dancing. Download the 2017 Recognition Award Nomination Form to honor a Hispanic community leader! Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor
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Oct
12
Wine Women & Purses 2017
October 12 @ 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 music by lively duo Jordan & Jef! Thank you to our valued event sponsors... Presenting Sponsor Wine Glass Sponsor Ringland-Johnson Construction Toasting Sponsor First National Bank and…
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YWCA Speaker to Share Message of Hope
The Rev. Felicia Hopkins isn’t fond of the current season.
Crowd rallies for return of 276 kidnapped Nigerian girls
Dozens gathered for a rally at the Keeling-Puri Peace Plaza on Friday morning to demand…
Music enhances learning, brain development
The first three years of a child’s life are a special time during which parents…
YWCA Leader Luncheon focuses on community, justice
Change ourselves, change the world. It’s a simple phrase but a big mission, one that…