Upcoming events.
Rainbow Camp
Join us for Rainbow Camp! A free, overnight leadership camp experience for LGBTQ and allied high school and college age youth in North Central Washington. Expand your horizons, get ready to change the world and eat some smores.
More information to come! Until then you can fill out this interest link https://tinyurl.com/RainbowCamp2024 and we will get back to you.
If you have any questions for now please reach out to our Deputy Director Dusti Mahoney at Dusti@ywcancw.org
Wenatchee Pride
We are a proud vendor at Wenatchee Pride this year. Please join us at our booth for some fun swag such as temporary tattoos, stickers, buttons and more! We will also have a beautiful display of many different Pride flags. We cant wait to see you all there. For more information follow the link to the official Wenatchee Pride page. https://www.wenatcheepride.org/2024-wenatchee-pride-festival
Juneteenth
Join YWCA NCW as we celebrate Juneteenth. Kick ball, lawn games and free BBQ from Burch Mountain BBQ- you're all invited to the cookout! See you at Walla Walla Point Park, 3-6 on Wednesday, June 19. We'll be at the ballfields.
Pride Fashion Show
Join the YWCA NCW as we kick off Pride month with our Pride Fashion Show!
Our Pride Fashion Show is back for another fabulous year and we can’t wait to have you all show up and show out with all your Pride fabulousness! Save the Date and plan on joining us on Saturday June 1st.
This event if free to our community but we go ask you to please register. Follow the link and we cannot wait to see you there!
Drag Tea Party
Join the YWCA NCW as we kick off Pride month with our first event in June!
A Drag Tea Party is back for another fabulous year. Saturday June 1st, Save the Date, and plan on spending a couple hours with us.
Tickets are only $5. Follow the link to purchase!
Enrichment Class - How to Access Mental Health Care
Leader: Joceylane Cardenas, YWCA NCW
In this class, we will talk about common behavioral health issues/symptoms, resources on how to access behavioral health care locally/online and teaching general coping skills.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Managing Stress
Leader: Anna Mages, Wenatchee School District
Let’s face it, life is stressful. We’ll talk about some ways to cope with or minimize the stress in your life.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Rent Smart
Leader: Kayla Houck, YWCA NCW
We’ll talk about who’s responsible for maintenance, repairs, and care, communications, and review sample rental agreements.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Yoga
Leader: Lauren Head
Join us for a low impact yoga class where we will focus our minds and stretch our bodies.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Rent Smart
Leader: Kayla Houck, YWCA NCW
We’ll talk about what to look for when looking for a rental and during the walkthrough.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Budgeting
Leader: Laura Cale, YWCA NCW
Join us and build your money management skills. We’ll review credit basics.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Recovery Tools
Leader: Patricia Maxwell, CAFE
In this class, we will talk about ways to prevent a relapse and maintain a recovery from drugs/alcohol.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Budgeting
Leader: Laura Cale, YWCA NCW
Among many things, a budget will show you how much money you make and how much money you spend.
Spring Food Drive
We’re going to be at Plaza Super Jet and Grocery Outlet in Wenatchee for a Food Drive from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm. We are asking for donations of dry food and personal hygiene items to replenish our pantry.
Our in-house food and hygiene pantry stays full primarily through your donations and participation in these food drives. Our shelves are looking bare, and we need your help filling them up! All people receiving housing, case management and supportive services from YWCA NCW regularly utilize this critical resource. Your donations will directly impact the lives of our community’s most needy.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Healthy Living Cooking Class
Leader: Quinn Kenoyer, Chelan Douglas Health District
Join us in the kitchen as we follow a recipe and prepare a healthy lunch - all from scratch.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Leader: Dusti Mahoney, YWCA NCW
Join us for this topic-led open conversation.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Healthy Relationships
Leader: Stacy Speen, SAGE
In this class, we will examine and reflect upon the differences between a healthy relationship vs an unhealthy or abusive one.
Holiday - Offices and Thrift Store are closed
YWCA NCW is closed in observation of Presidents’ Day.
Volunteer at the Thrift Store
Hang Clothes
Description
Look through the clothing donations. Check for tears, stains, odors, etc. Then either discard of the item or place it on a hanger and onto a z-rack. This will also include some sorting or storing of seasonal clothing items. Sign Up.
Enrichment Class - Crafting
Leader: Betsy Dudash, Sustainable Wenatchee
Create stunning coasters using the enchanting power of alcohol inks.