What We Do

Established in Delaware in 1895 as a voice for women’s issues, YWCA Delaware continues to evolve to meet today’s challenges in eliminating racism and empowering women. We are On A Mission to work tirelessly for women and people of color, improve lives and strengthen communities in three signature areas where we can have the most impact:

Housing

We provide programs that move families from homelessness to emotional and economic self-sufficiency.

Hope and Healing

Services are provided to survivors impacted by sexual assault and/or domestic violence

Economic Empowerment

WAND, Wo(men) Achieving New Directions shows clients how to turn a great idea, side job, or hobby into a legitimate and profitable business.

Home Ownership & Foreclosure Prevention

YWCA helps families battle back from traumatic events that impact their economic well-being such as job loss, death of a loved one, and foreclosure.

Racial & Social Justice

YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women. Two programs focus on this quest. A.L.E.R.T. and Youth in Action.

Youth Development

Students all over Delaware develop confidence and action plans to explore their direction in higher education and other career paths.