YWCA Walla Walla

YWCA Walla Walla On a mission since 1917 to enrich the lives of women and their families. Visit us at www.ywcaww.org. YWCA has almost 250 associations across the United States.

Throughout our history, YWCA has been in the forefront of most major movements in the United States as a pioneer in race relations, labor union representation, and the empowerment of women. Founded in 1858 and headquartered in Washington D.C., YWCA is the voice for every woman. YWCA is where women turn to join a dynamic community united by a passion for positive social change, racial justice and e

conomic empowerment. We work to influence public policies on behalf of women and people of color. We speak out on behalf of women and girls and what they face today: racial, ethnic and gender disparities; domestic violence and sexual assault; a lack of affordable childcare and after-school programs; the urgency for job training in a struggling economy; the shortage of transitional and low-cost housing; and the high cost of health care. Today, YWCA represents 2 million women, girls and their families in the United States and 25 million women worldwide. YWCAs can also be found in more than 100 countries. YWCA Walla Walla has been enriching the lives of women and their families since 1917.

🌈 Fun Factory is back! 🎨* Kids ages 5–10* Location: All over Walla Walla & Columbia counties* Dates: June 22–Aug. 14 (cl...
06/16/2026

🌈 Fun Factory is back! 🎨

* Kids ages 5–10
* Location: All over Walla Walla & Columbia counties
* Dates: June 22–Aug. 14 (closed: 7/3)
* Free; no registration required
* Schedule repeats each week all summer

Watch for the white van with Ollie, Izzy, and Moira in their tie-dyed Ts! 🚐

Learn more: YWCAWW.ORG/FUN-FACTORY
Phone: 509-525-2570

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2026 YWCA Fun Factory
June 22–August 14
22 de junio–14 de agosto
Closed July 3 / Cerrado el 3 de julio

Free crafts and activities for ages 5–10
Artesanías y actividades gratis para niños de 5–10 años

Monday / Lunes

* 9:30 AM — Ten Ton Studios, 216 Main St., Waitsburg
* 1:00 PM — Dayton Library / Biblioteca de Dayton
* 2:30 PM — Starbuck Community Church

(*By request: Call by 1:00 PM / Por solicitud: Llame antes de la 1:00 PM)

Tuesday / Martes

* 12:45 PM — U-Play Washington Park
* 2:00 PM — St. Michael’s Haven VA, Parade Loop

Wednesday / Miércoles

* 9:30 AM — 275 Woodland Ave.
* 11:00 AM — Prescott Library / Biblioteca de Prescott
* 2:45 PM — Touchet Library / Biblioteca de Touchet

Thursday / Jueves

* 10:00 AM — YWCA Walla Walla, 213 S. First Ave.
* 1:00 PM — 1627 Evergreen Commons
* 2:15 PM — Lincoln Terrace, 534 S. 3rd Ave.

Friday / Viernes

* 10:45 AM — Valle Lindo, Farmland Road
* 12:00 PM (Noon) — Lions Park, College Place

Additional locations visited by Fun Factory / Lugares adicionales visitados por Fun Factory

* Camp Fire
* The Club Dayton
* Vista Hermosa
* 21st-Century Schools
* YMCA
* My Friends’ House
* Inspire Preschool

For more information:
YWCAWW.ORG/FUN-FACTORY
509-525-2570

Pride Month invites us to honor courage.At the Japanese YWCA in San Francisco, founded in 1932, visionary Issei women cr...
06/13/2026

Pride Month invites us to honor courage.
At the Japanese YWCA in San Francisco, founded in 1932, visionary Issei women created a home for community care that later supported organizing for racial justice and LGBTQ+ rights.
Its history connects to leaders like Bayard Rustin, whose courage as a civil rights strategist and openly gay man helped move the nation closer to justice.
This is the power of inclusive spaces — and why we honor their legacy today.

Explore the story: https://bit.ly/4sWzMik

This Pride Month, we're thinking about the courage it takes to become more fully yourself — especially after years of be...
06/13/2026

This Pride Month, we're thinking about the courage it takes to become more fully yourself — especially after years of believing parts of you had to stay hidden.

That’s why we're celebrating Sarah Magill: visibility coach, survivor, mom, and self-described “Queen of Reinvention.”

Sarah speaks directly to the “girls, g**s, & theys who want a big life,” bringing honesty, humor, and vulnerability to the complicated process of self-discovery. In her words, she’s an “overachieving, eldest daughter, ‘straight’ girl with an avoidant attachment style” who has spent the last year realizing just how gay she is — and grieving for the younger version of herself who didn’t feel safe enough to be fully seen.
Her story is deeply personal, but it’s also one many people will recognize: the quiet ways we edit ourselves to survive, and the freedom that can come from finally letting ourselves be visible.

People like Sarah remind us that reinvention is possible, visibility matters, and it’s never too late to come home to yourself. 🌈

The Reel Sarah

Today, we celebrate Frida Kahlo during Pride Month. 🎨🌈An iconic artist and bisexual woman, Frida challenged gender norms...
06/09/2026

Today, we celebrate Frida Kahlo during Pride Month. 🎨🌈

An iconic artist and bisexual woman, Frida challenged gender norms and expressed her authentic self through deeply personal and powerful artwork. Her legacy continues to inspire people to embrace identity, resilience, and love in all its forms.

06/08/2026

What message of encouragement would you give to an LGBTQIA+ survivor? Thank you to everyone who stopped by the YWCA table at the pride festival Saturday.

Some people make a community feel more welcoming simply by being themselves and inviting others in. Cia Cortinas is one ...
06/06/2026

Some people make a community feel more welcoming simply by being themselves and inviting others in. Cia Cortinas is one of those people.
As a founder of Walla Walla Pride and a dedicated advocate for LGBTQ+ inclusion, Cia has worked to create spaces where people feel seen, welcomed, and valued for exactly who they are. Her work reminds us that strong communities are built when we open doors, build connections, and make room for everyone to belong.

The YWCA mission is to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. We are grateful for community leaders like Cia who help move that mission forward—not only through what they do, but through the kindness, courage, and generosity they bring to others every day.

Thank you, Cia, for helping make Walla Walla a more welcoming, inclusive, and compassionate place for all.

Happy Pride Month. 🏳️‍🌈

Hay personas que hacen que una comunidad se sienta más acogedora simplemente siendo auténticamente ellas mismas e invitando a los demás a formar parte de ella. Cia Cortinas es una de esas personas.

Como fundadora de Walla Walla Pride y una dedicada defensora de la inclusión LGBTQ+, Cia ha trabajado para crear espacios donde las personas se sientan vistas, bienvenidas y valoradas exactamente por quienes son. Su trabajo nos recuerda que las comunidades fuertes se construyen cuando abrimos puertas, creamos conexiones y hacemos espacio para que todas las personas puedan pertenecer.

La misión de la YWCA es eliminar el racismo, empoderar a las mujeres y promover la paz, la justicia, la libertad y la dignidad para todas las personas. Estamos agradecidos por líderes comunitarias como Cia, quienes ayudan a impulsar esa misión, no solo a través de lo que hacen, sino también mediante la bondad, el valor y la generosidad que brindan a los demás cada día.

Gracias, Cia, por ayudar a que Walla Walla sea un lugar más acogedor, inclusivo y compasivo para todas las personas.

Feliz Mes del Orgullo. 🏳️‍🌈

No bills are getting paid today. Well, at least not right now, because KITTENS! Senior Director of Finance and Operation...
06/05/2026

No bills are getting paid today. Well, at least not right now, because KITTENS! Senior Director of Finance and Operations, Holly; Finance Manager, Demetria; and AP/Finance Assistant, Kimberly are soaking up some teeny tiny cuteness, courtesy of the YWCA wellness committee. Activities like holding kittens are one of the ways the whole staff works to be fully present for YWCA clients.

Never fear, the amazing finance department will be back to balancing the books very soon! 😻

1971. 1999. Today. Different decades. Different faces. One shared commitment to making Walla Walla a stronger, safer, mo...
06/05/2026

1971. 1999. Today.

Different decades. Different faces. One shared commitment to making Walla Walla a stronger, safer, more equitable community.

As we looked at YWCA Board photos from years past, we were reminded that every generation of board members, volunteers, and supporters has helped shape who we are today. Whether you served for one year or many, your leadership is part of the YWCA story.

If you've ever served on the YWCA Board of Directors, we hope you'll join us for our upcoming Board & Leadership Circle Reunion on Thursday evening, June 18. This special gathering is a chance to reconnect with old friends, share memories, and celebrate the lasting impact of the people who have guided and supported YWCA Walla Walla through the years.

Members of the YWCA Leadership Circle—some of our most dedicated friends and supporters—are also warmly invited.

Thursday Evening, June 18
Call for details
Registration required

For more information or to register, please call the YWCA office at 509-525-2570.

Tag a former board member who should be there—we'd love to see familiar faces from every era of YWCA Walla Walla!



[Pictured: YWCA Board of Directors 1971, YWCA Board of Directors 1999, Board Reunion 2021]

to Prom Night at Wingman Birdz & Brewz, where owner Brendan Mendoza hosted a Tap Takeover featuring pFriem Family Brew...
06/04/2026

to Prom Night at Wingman Birdz & Brewz, where owner Brendan Mendoza hosted a Tap Takeover featuring pFriem Family Brewers!

YWCA board members Amy Ly and Danni Schack joined the fun, and we're incredibly grateful to Wingman and their customers for raising $650 to support YWCA programs and services.

At YWCA, we believe everyone deserves to celebrate, connect, and get home safely. That's why community partnerships like this matter—they help us continue providing safety, support, and hope for survivors and families throughout our community.

Thank you to Brendan, the Wingman team, pFriem Family Brewers, and everyone who came out for a great night and a great cause. It’s always a successful prom night when everyone has fun and gets home safely!

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Strong communities are built when people look out for one another.During Pride Month, we affirm our commitment to creati...
06/03/2026

Strong communities are built when people look out for one another.

During Pride Month, we affirm our commitment to creating spaces where every person is welcomed, valued, and safe — including our LGBTQ+ neighbors. Respect and belonging make us stronger together.

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213 S 1st Avenue
Walla Walla, WA
99362

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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+15095252570

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