Thank you! THANK YOU to ALL who attended Sweet Success and celebrated in community last night. YWCA St. Paul is proud to recognize: Gaye Adams Massey, Legacy Award Beverly Jones Heydinger, Changemaker Sweet Success Honorees, Shimarrion, Jewel and Kesheena Silent Auction WINNERS Guests who gave during the “Giving Moment” It was truly a Sweet Success! We encourage […]
YWCA St. Paul’s $2.3 million cash appropriation bill approved!
YWCA St. Paul’s $2.3 million cash appropriation bill approved! YWCA St. Paul to receive $2.3 million for Housing! YWCA St. Paul’s request to the Legislature for $2.3 million to help repair, restore, and maintain our buildings was approved! This is a critically needed investment in housing for homeless families, ensuring they continue to have safe, […]
YWCA St. Paul Announces the Retirement of CEO Gaye Adams Massey
YWCA St. Paul Announces the Retirement of CEO Gaye Adams Massey St. Paul, MN – YWCA St. Paul, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women, today announced the upcoming retirement of CEO Gaye Adams Massey. Adams Massey has served the organization as CEO for eight years. During her tenure, YWCA St. […]
Bill SF2928
THE NEED FOR CAPITAL INVESTMENT YWCA St. Paul (YWCA) owns and manages nine buildings providing affordable housing to families in our supportive housing program. These older buildings (built between 1920-1940) in the City of St. Paul require capital investment to ensure they remain safe homes that meet all regulatory requirements. Significant repairs are needed at […]
Bill HF2935
THE NEED FOR CAPITAL INVESTMENT YWCA St. Paul (YWCA) owns and manages nine buildings providing affordable housing to families in our supportive housing program. These older buildings (built between 1920-1940) in the City of St. Paul require capital investment to ensure they remain safe homes that meet all regulatory requirements. Significant repairs are needed at […]
Black History Month Celebration
Please join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Together, let us honor the rich history and legacy of the Black community. We will highlight small Black businesses, fitness instructors, and other prominent leaders that are effecting change in our community today. We will also share exciting news about the future of our racial justice […]
Sarah O’Brien
As Director of Advancement at YWCA Saint Paul, Sarah O’Brien provides strategic development and fundraising leadership and leads the organization’s development and communications team. Sarah has over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector primarily in development and fundraising. She oversees annual fundraising initiatives including events, grants, individual giving, and stewardship. Previous roles include […]
Ivette Izea-Martinez
Mrs. Izea-Martinez provides overall leadership and direction to YWCA St. Paul’s Youth Development, Housing & Supportive Services, and Employment & Economic Development programs. She is responsible for budgeting, property management, compliance, evaluation and reporting, and identifies strategies to improve quality and efficacy of participant-centered services. Mrs. Izea-Martinez, is originally from Venezuela, and has made Minnesota […]
Preview Week Without Violence
Week Without Violence is part of a global movement with YWCAs across the country and around the world to end domestic violence. Domestic violence is not a black and white issue. It is critical that we have a nuanced conversation about domestic violence where race, class and gender is a factor. At YWCA, we know that not […]
Jessica Fowler
As Assistant Director of Maintenance and Facilities at the YWCA, Jessica Fowler provides overall facilities and compliance management for YWCA St. Paul Supportive Housing Properties, Administration Building, and Health & Fitness Center.