Eliminating Racism - - Empowering Women

The Grand Island YWCA, Who We Are and What We Do

The YWCA is the world’s oldest and largest women’s membership movement. The YWCA works for the benefit of women and their families in our community and throughout the world. The YWCA not only offers fitness and fellowship but also offers social and educational opportunities for women and girls of all ages.

The YWCA has been an active force for the empowerment of women in Grand Island since 1912. The YWCA is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Women who serve on the Board of Directors are chosen to represent all social, racial, economic and cultural backgrounds. These women establish the policies and goals guiding our local organization.

Purpose Statement

The Young Women’s Christian Association of the United States of America is a women’s membership movement nourished by its roots in the Christian faith and sustained by the richness of many beliefs and values. Strengthened by diversity, the Association draws together members who strive to create opportunities for women’s growth, leadership and power in order to attain a common vision: peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.