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YWCA of Van Wert County Capital Campaign Gala
An evening of fun, music, and celebration. Saturday, September 27th!
Enjoy a night out featuring the talented Cleveland Keys Dueling Pianos (https://www.clekeys.com), plus:
A silent auction
A permanent jewelry booth
Heavy appetizers
And a cash bar
All proceeds from this event will support the YWCA’s capital campaign to build a new facility - a crucial step in ensuring we can continue to serve and uplift women, men and children in Van Wert County for years to come.
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Dare to dream BIG
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then do something about it!
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Dare to dream BIG 〰️ then do something about it! 〰️
Our big dream…
You can help make our dream a reality…join us in our Capital Campaign efforts for a brand new YWCA Facility!
The YWCA of Van Wert County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Our Vision ↘
Vision Statement: By lifting voices and providing safe spaces, the YWCA of Van Wert County will empower all to maximize opportunities and advocate for systems change.
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Programs that Lift Voices
Lifting voices through empowerment opportunities, youth development and survivor services programs.
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Programs providing Safe Spaces
Safe spaces programs protect participants from emotional or physical harm and encourage respect.
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Programs that Maximize Opportunity
Program participants become more empowered by increasing independence and self-sufficiency.
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Advocating for Systems Change
We support legislation that promotes racial justice, equity for women, and justice for survivors.
Programs Supporting Our Vision
The YWCA of Van Wert County provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families.
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Survivor Services
Our shelter offers in-house and outreach services to survivors of intimate partner violence.
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Youth Development Programs
From Summer Food to Cougar Leaders, youth of all ages benefit from a variety of programs we offer.
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Free Trainings and Resources
Businesses, schools and organizations will benefit from any of the free programming we offer.
Reach Out ↘
YWCA of Van Wert County provides direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, especially women and girls of color, while working to challenge structural barriers to equity.
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5,852
free meals provided at the Summer Food Program in 2023
700+
individuals trained in prevention and safety programs in 2024
600+
children county wide served through Youth Development Programs in 2024