YWCA Walla Walla

09/08/2026

We're a few days early for , which doesn't officially start until September 15. But what better way to celebrate Labor Day than by honoring a warrior for worker' rights?

Labor leader, civil rights activist, and co-founder of the United Farm Workers, Dolores Huerta (1930-present) has dedicated her life to justice, workers’ rights, and social change. Her resilience in the face of personal and systemic challenges exemplifies strength and perseverance. Her leadership continues to inspire countless folks to stand against injustice and advocate for dignity, respect, and safety for all.

09/03/2026

We’re taking a moment to remember Gloria Steinem and the remarkable mark she left on the lives of women and girls.

For decades, Gloria used her voice to open doors, challenge expectations, and encourage women to believe in their own possibilities. Her connection to the YWCA was a special one, and she understood something we see every day in our own work: When women have the opportunity to be safe, supported, and heard, families and communities are stronger.

In 2011, while speaking at the YWCA Inspire Luncheon in Portland, Gloria offered the YWCA one of the greatest compliments we could imagine:

“If I could choose one organization to run the world, it would be the YWCA.”

YWCA USA CEO Margaret Mitchell recently reflected on Gloria’s life, writing that she “widened the road for those who followed.” Margaret also remembered Gloria not only for her accomplishments, but as “generous,” “humble,” and “gracious” —someone who never lost faith in the power of ordinary people to create extraordinary change.

That tracks here in Walla Walla.

We believe change happens every day in ways both big and small: when someone finds a safe place to stay, when a woman discovers her own strength, when a child learns what a healthy relationship looks like, or when someone simply hears, perhaps for the first time, *you matter.*

We’re grateful for the women who have widened the road before us—and for the opportunity to keep making that road a little wider for those who come next.

09/03/2026

We’re so grateful for the businesses that make the Courage to Believe Party & Auction possible! 💛

A heartfelt thank-you to our three sponsors:

Providence St. Mary Medical Center and Banner Bank are longtime YWCA partners, and their support reaches far beyond this event. From helping survivors access compassionate care in the emergency room to helping us process the credit card transactions that make events like this possible, they’ve been there for the YWCA and our community in so many ways.

And we’re delighted to welcome our newest sponsor, Shop ’n Kart, an independent local grocer joining us in making this year’s Believe Party a success!

We’re grateful for these three businesses—and hopeful that more local businesses will see an opportunity to join them. When our community comes together, we can create more possibilities for survivors, children, and families.

Thank you, Providence St. Mary, Banner Bank, and Shop ’n Kart, for believing in the YWCA and the people we serve. 💛



(The party is a Facebook event and there's a ticket link!) 🎟

09/02/2026

Stronger together: What your support made possible -

YWCA Walla Walla $4,800 to expand and strengthen support for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in Walla Walla and Columbia Counties.

09/02/2026

You don't have to figure it out alone.

If you've experienced sexual assault, a YWCA advocate can listen, answer questions, explain your options, and help you decide what comes next.

You don't have to report.
You don't have to have all the answers.
And you don't have to be ready to make a decision today.

You get to decide what support looks like for you.

YWCA Walla Walla: 509-529-YWCA

09/01/2026

The night you don’t want to miss.

The Believe Party & Auction brings our community together for an unforgettable evening of experiences, generosity, and impact.

Every bid changes lives. Every donor makes a difference.

Here’s a sneak peek at just some of the incredible businesses making our Silent Auction possible…

08/29/2026

Big thanks to our amazing College Place High School student volunteers!

Sometimes the work that makes the biggest difference happens behind the scenes. Our CPHS volunteers recently brought order, organization, and purpose to several areas of the YWCA.

They reorganized our linen closet for safer, more accessible storage.

They gave our Persimmon People new message outfits so these colorful ambassadors are ready to represent our mission in the community.

They sorted, organized, and inventoried our holiday wrapping supplies to prepare for the season ahead.

This work may happen behind the scenes, but it matters. Organized, accessible supplies help our staff spend less time searching and more time serving, while safer, more functional spaces benefit everyone.

Thank you, CPHS students, for your hard work, enthusiasm, and willingness to help wherever needed. You made a tangible difference and helped the YWCA get organized, get ready, and keep moving forward. We couldn’t do it without community-minded volunteers like you! 💜

08/28/2026

Jenniffer is at the Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic health fair at Family Medical Center today until 6 pm at 1120 W Rose St. in Walla Walla. The event offers free health information, dental screenings, immunizations, blood pressure checks, $10 sports physicals, family activities, and free food.

Jenniffer has a big pile of books and information about YWCA services and would love to say hi!

08/27/2026

🚲 A bike. A mom. Two little passengers. And a chance at a home.

👉[SPOILER ALERT: See the comments for some happy news about that mom!]

A YWCA client is working toward something big: independent housing for herself and her two young children. She doesn’t have a car—but she does have a bike, determination, and a real opportunity to build a life of her own.

What she needs is a safe way to bring her preschooler and kindergartner along. A two-child bicycle trailer could help turn that bike into transportation for the whole family—and help make independent living possible.

We’d love to find this family a CoPilot Model A bicycle trailer or a comparable two-child trailer in good condition. (This particular model is designed to safely carry two children and gear.)

Could you help put a little more freedom within reach for this family? ❤️

If you have a trailer to donate or would like to help purchase one, please contact YWCA Walla Walla. Every contribution toward a practical need like this can make a tremendous difference.

08/26/2026

This is what community looks like. 💜

A few of the small businesses in Walla Walla that have partnered with the YWCA to raise funds for survivors are featured here—and we are so grateful for every one of them.

Because when a local business chooses to host a fundraiser, donate a portion of sales, pass the hat, or simply invite its customers to learn more, it becomes part of something bigger: a community standing with survivors.

At the YWCA, we walk alongside women and families experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault with confidential, judgment-free support—including shelter, safety planning, advocacy, support groups, and help navigating the next steps toward safety and stability.

And we know that courage can look different for every survivor.

It can look like making a plan.
It can look like asking for help.
It can look like putting her children first.
It can look like taking one small step toward safety.
And sometimes, it looks like simply surviving today and knowing that tomorrow, there will still be someone there to help.

We honor every survivor for the courage it takes to navigate an incredibly difficult situation and make the choices that are right for her and her family.

And we honor the Walla Walla businesses, neighbors, organizations and donors who say, in their own ways, We believe you. We see you. You don't have to do this alone.

That is how a community creates safety, hope and opportunity.



To discuss ways you can support the YWCA Mission and create brighter tomorrows, email [email protected].