YWCA South Florida

YWCA South Florida YWCA South Florida, Inc. is dedicated to empowering women and advancing peace, justice, freedom, dignity and equity for all.

YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, stand up for social justice, help families and strengthen communities. www.ywcasouthflorida.org

YWCA South Florida is funded in part by The Children’s Trust. The Children’s Trust is a dedicated source of revenue established by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County. YWCA South Florida is funded by Miami Dade County CAHSD Head Start/Early Head Start Program.

A heartfelt thank you to J.P. Morgan, one of our Legacy Diamond Partners of the 2026 First But Not the Last Celebration!...
10/07/2026

A heartfelt thank you to J.P. Morgan, one of our Legacy Diamond Partners of the 2026 First But Not the Last Celebration!

Your generous support helps make this special evening possible while advancing YWCA South Florida’s mission to create opportunities, strengthen communities and support women and families across South Florida.

We’re grateful to have partners like J.P. Morgan standing with us and investing in the work that continues long after the celebration ends.🧡

We’re officially in the final stretch before First But Not the Last. ✨A special evening where we’ll come together to cel...
10/07/2026

We’re officially in the final stretch before First But Not the Last. ✨

A special evening where we’ll come together to celebrate YWCA South Florida’s mission and honor the trailblazers whose leadership continues to create opportunities and open doors across our community.

But First But Not the Last is about more than one evening. It’s about coming together around the work happening every day at YWCA South Florida.

Your support helps:

• Create opportunities for women
• Provide safe and enriching educational spaces for children
• Expand access to life-changing health and wellness resources
• Support individuals and families across South Florida

Every seat and every table helps move this work forward — creating an impact that continues long after the celebration ends.

Join us Saturday, October 17 at the JW Marriott Miami and be part of what comes next. Click the link below to reserve your seats and tables today!

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

Meet our final 2026 Trailblazer: Dr. Mike Allen, President of Barry University and recipient of the 2026 Jason Jenkins M...
10/06/2026

Meet our final 2026 Trailblazer: Dr. Mike Allen, President of Barry University and recipient of the 2026 Jason Jenkins Man-Kind Award. ✨

Dr. Allen will receive this year’s Jason Jenkins Man-Kind Award in recognition of his leadership, service and commitment to expanding opportunity and strengthening communities.

Through his work and leadership, he continues to champion education, service and community — values that reflect the spirit and legacy this award honors.

With Dr. Allen, we’re proud to complete this year’s incredible group of honorees.

Join us on Saturday, October 17 at the JW Marriott Miami as we celebrate Dr. Mike Allen and all of our 2026 honorees at First But Not the Last.

Tickets are going fast, click the link below to reserve your seats and tables today!

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazers: Miko Branch, Co-Founder & CEO of Miss Jessie’s. ✨A pioneering en...
10/05/2026

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazers: Miko Branch, Co-Founder & CEO of Miss Jessie’s. ✨

A pioneering entrepreneur, Branch co-founded Miss Jessie’s with her late sister, T**i Branch. Together, they helped transform the beauty industry by creating products designed specifically for natural, curly and textured hair.

Through Miss Jessie’s, Branch has helped expand representation in the beauty space while building a nationally recognized brand that celebrates individuality, confidence and the beauty of natural hair.

Join us on Saturday, October 17 at the JW Marriott Miami as we celebrate Miko Branch and our other 2026 Trailblazers.

Click the link belowto reserve your seats and tables today!

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazer: Dr. Germaine Smith-Baugh, President & CEO of the Urban League of ...
10/04/2026

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazer: Dr. Germaine Smith-Baugh, President & CEO of the Urban League of Broward County. ✨

A longtime nonprofit and community leader, Dr. Smith-Baugh has dedicated her career to expanding economic opportunity, advancing education and equity, and strengthening communities throughout South Florida.

Through her leadership, she has helped create pathways to greater opportunity and build stronger, more resilient communities for individuals and families across the region.

Join us on Saturday, October 17 at the JW Marriott Miami as we celebrate Dr. Germaine Smith-Baugh and our fellow 2026 Trailblazers at First But Not the Last.

Click the link below to reserve your seats and tables today!

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazer: Rosita Hurtado, Fashion Designer & Entrepreneur. ✨An acclaimed de...
10/03/2026

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazer: Rosita Hurtado, Fashion Designer & Entrepreneur. ✨

An acclaimed designer and entrepreneur, Hurtado has built a career rooted in creativity, culture and a distinctive point of view, bringing her vision to the fashion industry on an international stage.

Through her work, she has demonstrated the power of women turning bold ideas into thriving businesses and creating space for their talent, perspective and leadership to be recognized around the world.

Her journey reflects the innovation, determination and entrepreneurial spirit that continue to open doors and inspire what’s possible for the next generation of women.

Join us on Saturday, October 17 at the JW Marriott Miami as we celebrate Rosita Hurtado and our fellow 2026 Trailblazers at First But Not the Last.

Click the link below to reserve your seats and tables today!

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazers: Maribel Pérez Wadsworth, President & CEO of the John S. and Jame...
10/02/2026

Meet our next 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazers: Maribel Pérez Wadsworth, President & CEO of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. ✨

A nationally respected media executive and civic leader, Pérez Wadsworth has built a career championing journalism, informing communities and shaping the evolving role of media in American life.

Her leadership reflects a longstanding commitment to strengthening the ways communities access information, connect with one another and engage with the issues that shape their lives.

Join us on Saturday, October 17 at the JW Marriott Miami as we celebrate Maribel Pérez Wadsworth and our other 2026 Trailblazers at First But Not the Last.

Click the link below to reserve your seats and tables today! ✨

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

Finding the right place for your child matters. At YWCA South Florida, our Early Education programs provide nurturing, i...
10/01/2026

Finding the right place for your child matters. At YWCA South Florida, our Early Education programs provide nurturing, inclusive and developmentally appropriate environments where children can learn, grow and thrive.

From caring teachers and hands-on learning to opportunities to build confidence, friendships and important early skills, we’re committed to helping children develop a strong foundation for what comes next.

Enrollment is now open. Learn more about our Early Education programs and find a location near you via the link below!

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

Meet one of our 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazers: Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson, U.S. Representative for Flo...
10/01/2026

Meet one of our 2026 First But Not the Last Trailblazers: Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson, U.S. Representative for Florida’s 24th Congressional District.

A lifelong educator and public servant, Congresswoman Wilson has served her community across education, local government, state government and Congress. Before being elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, she served on the Miami-Dade County School Board, in the Florida House of Representatives and in the Florida Senate.
She is also the founder of the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project, a mentoring and dropout-prevention initiative created to support boys and young men of color and help guide them toward education, opportunity and long-term success.
From the classroom to public office, her career reflects a longstanding commitment to education, civic engagement and expanding opportunities for the communities she serves.

Join us on Saturday, October 17 at the JW Marriott Miami as we celebrate Congresswoman Wilson and our other 2026 Trailblazers.
Click the link below to reserve your seats and tables today!✨

https://linktr.ee/YWCASouthFL

107 years. Countless lives impacted. One mission that continues to move us forward. 🧡Today, we’re celebrating the people...
09/29/2026

107 years. Countless lives impacted. One mission that continues to move us forward. 🧡

Today, we’re celebrating the people, partnerships and moments that have shaped YWCA South Florida’s story since 1919.

From classrooms filled with possibility to women building brighter futures and communities coming together to create change, our legacy lives in the work we do every day.

To everyone who has been part of our journey, thank you for helping us turn 107 years of history into a future filled with opportunity. Here’s to the next 107 years!

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