12.20.2011
Overwhelming Support for Joanie's Purse Project
This holiday season, over 100 volunteers assisted with
Joanie's Purse Project
and we distributed almost 600 purses filled with toiletries to women in shelters and other support programs in Orange County. Thank you to our volunteers and donors for making this such a success!
10.12.11
Don't Miss This!
"100 years ago nearly all casualties were male soldiers; today, the majority are civilian women & children". (_womenwarpeace) Check out the PBS series on this important issue, Tuesday evenings ending on November 8. For more information,
click here
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10.7.11
Changes at the YWCA
We are pleased to introduce Maria Abenes, our new interim Executive Director. Since 2005, she has led the development of First Steps at Beverly's House and now accepts the role of interim Executive Director with enthusiasm and continued commitment to the YWCA mission.
10.5.11
Open House Success
The evening included tours of Beverly's House, presentations from our board president, executive director and volunteer coordinator, along with a moving speech from one of our residents about her experience emancipating from foster care.
9.22.11
Come See How We Help Women!
The YWCA invites you to attend our open house on October 4, 2011 from 4:00-6:30pm. You'll get a firsthand look at what we're doing in the community.
06.09.11
YWCA Kicked Up Their Heels for Wine, Women & Shoes
This much anticipated event brought together women and community leaders who felt an urgency to make a difference during an evening of fine wines, gourmet foods and designer shoes.
05.10.11
Purse Project Huge Success
This Mother's Day Purse Project was a HUGE success. A total of 372 purses were made available to women in need.
04.18.11
OPAWL Nominated at Spirit of Volunteerism Luncheon
Orange Park Acres Women's League (OPAWL) was nominated by the YWCA COC at the 35th annual Spirit of Volunteerism luncheon thrown by OneOC for their support and generous contributions to the YWCA & Beverly's House.
04.13.11
Large Donation from Employees Community Fund of Boeing California
Yesterday the Employees Community Fund of Boeing California presented the YWCA COC with a $3,000 check to support Beverly's House. Thank you Boeing!
03.29.11
Looking 90 Years Ahead Campaign
The YWCA Central Orange County is celebrating 90 years of dedicated service to Orange County this year. Help us serve the community 90 more years!
03.28.11
Save the Date!
Wine, Women and Shoes benefiting YWCA COC has officially announed the event date. Thursday, June 9, 2011 is the day to grab your sole sisters and have some fun!
03.03.11
Y Women Matter!
Medal of Freedom recipient Sylvia Mendez to speak at Y Women Matter! on March 15
01.01.11
YWCA COC Announces Exclusive Event
Wine, Women & Shoes, a national fundraising event, will be hosted by YWCA in OC
01.01.11
Purse Project Exceeds Expectations
Can a Purse Change a Life? Over 570 purses are collected and distributed
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