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For more than a century, YWCA St. Paul has been a place of innovation, care, and possibility.
Since 1907, we’ve strengthened minds, bodies, and lives by walking alongside women, men, children, and families. We believe lasting change happens through purpose, community connection, and empowering future generations to shape their own paths forward.
Impact:
- 5,000+ community members served annually through our core programs and the Health & Fitness Center
- 5 core program areas to empower people to thrive, build community, and serve the State of Minnesota
- 100+ years of community leadership empowering others to thrive while adapting to our communities needs
Advancing
Racial Justice
YWCA St. Paul advances racial justice through education and advocacy in the community, by working with organizations seeking to build equity, and through programs focused on breaking down barriers in areas of significant racial and gender disparity. Learn More.
Fighting
Homelessness
Our range of housing programs combine affordable housing with customized support services that help participants stabilize their lives, build new skills, connect to community and secure a future of safe, stable housing. Learn More.
Building
Strength
The Health & Fitness center helps people live active lifestyles, prevent and manage chronic medical conditions and reduce stress through a variety of fitness options, membership types and financial assistance to help keep healthy living accessible. Learn More.
Overcoming
Barriers
In Employment & Economic Development programs people to build professional skills and overcome barriers to employment to enhance self-sufficiency. Learn More.
Empowering
Youth
Young people in our Youth Development programs create positive relationships with peers and staff to develop the skills and confidence to succeed in the classroom, work place and community. Learn More.
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Celebrating Our Community Partners & Sponsors
YWCA St. Paul is proud to collaborate with dedicated Community Partners and Sponsors who share our commitment to empowerment, and opportunity for all. Together, we’re making a lasting impact.