Upcoming events.
Creative Expression Winter Break Camp
Girls Inc. is hosting a dynamic 4-day winter break program designed to foster creativity, confidence, and self-expression. With the theme of Creative Expression, this program allows girls to explore and engage in various art forms, promoting strong and healthy living through activities that encourage self-reflection, physical well-being, and emotional expression.
Throughout the week, each day will highlight different aspects of creativity while spotlighting the accomplishments of influential Black women who excelled in these artistic fields.
Envision Your Future
Join us for an empowering vision board experience, designed to help you imagine and navigate your path with clarity and purpose.
ALL VISION BOARD SUPPLIES WILL BE PROVIDED ON-SITE.
YWCA Go Red for Women
Join us as we stand together for women's heart health at the YWCA Go Red for Women Community Event! Let's raise awareness, inspire action, and support each other in the fight against heart disease. Wear red, bring a friend, and be part of the movement!
YWCA Go Red for Women Registration Link
#GoRedForWomen #HeartHealth #YWCA #StrongerTogether
The People's Institute for Survival and Beyond (PISAB)
We invite you to attend the three-day Undoing Racism workshop on April 10 - 12. This training is open to all community members and organizations. To learn more about the program, please visit the PISAB website at https://pisab.org/. You can register for the session by using the QR code in the flyer below or on the PISAB webpage.
In the Company of Women
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day!
Get ready to experience collaboration, empowerment, and connection like never before at the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester’s signature fundraising luncheon, IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN!
Mosaic Moment
With the recent changes regarding DEI, what does this mean for individuals and organizations that remain committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility for their constituencies? What impact could the end of federal DEI programs have on the nonprofit sector, from funding sources to program services? Join us as we delve into these questions and more.
Flip for a Cause!
Join the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester and Water Works Foundation for a fun-filled gymnastics night—all for a great cause!
💙 Why we flip? Every dollar goes toward building wells in African communities to provide access to clean, safe water.
💧 Let’s make a difference—one flip at a time! Tag a friend who should join! 🤍
Navigating Change: A Community Conversation for Civic Preparedness in 2025
You are invited to join us for an insightful panel discussion on "Navigating Change: A Community Conversation for Civic Preparedness in 2025." This nonpartisan event is designed to inspire, empower, and foster unity in our community as we face an ever-changing world. This community conversation will allow you to understand potential changes and their impact, identify strategies to foster resilience in response to change, and hear from leaders to explore how we can prepare for and adapt to challenges together.
Date: January 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. (meet & greet), 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (panel discussion)
Location: YWCA, 515 North Street, White Plains, NY 10605, in the Lower Lounge
This event will feature thought leaders who will share valuable insights on navigating societal, environmental, and economic changes. Please register using the following link: Navigating Change: A Community Conversation on Civic Preparedness for 2025.
Westchester is LIT!
Join us for a phenomenal afternoon with Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, as she shares personal insights from her #1 New York Times bestseller, Lovely One.
In an intimate fireside chat moderated by Tiffany S.W. Hamilton, CEO of the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester, Justice Jackson will discuss her remarkable journey, the values that shaped her path, and the powerful lessons from her groundbreaking book.
Sunday, December 15 | 2 PM
Mercy University - Rotunda
Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to witness history and be inspired. Spaces are limited, so secure your ticket today!
Brought to you in partnership with The Westchester Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Mercy University.
Food Drive
Make a Difference This Holiday Season!
The YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester and WPHS UNICEF Club are teaming up for a Youth-Led Food Drive to support families in need! This is your chance to give back to the community and spread holiday cheer.
With your donations, hand-decorated tote bags made by kids in our community will be filled and donated to Feeding Westchester. Let’s come together to ensure no one goes hungry this holiday season.
Items Needed:
• Brown/White Rice
• Shelf-Stable Milk
• Canned Meat/Fish
• Whole Grain Pasta
• Canned Vegetables
• Peanut Butter
• Whole Grain Cereal
Drop-Off Locations:
White Plains High School
YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester, 515 North Street
Dates: December 2 – December 18, 2024
Your generosity will help us create a brighter, hunger-free holiday for families in our community. Let’s show the power of giving!
Questions? Contact us at:
lmazzotta@ywcawpcw.org | unicef.wphs10605@gmail.com
Special Screening: Forgetting Christmas
Join us for an exclusive screening of Forgetting Christmas on Saturday, November 16, from 1:30 to 4:15 p.m. at the Ossie Davis Theater, New Rochelle Library. This poignant film tells the story of a young woman returning home for Christmas to support her father as he navigates life with Alzheimer's. Forgetting Christmas beautifully captures the resilience, heartache, and cherished memories that families experience during the holiday season.
This event, supported in part by the New York State Department of Health, is hosted in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness of the unique challenges faced by African American families and communities disproportionately affected by Alzheimer’s.
This is a free event, but registration is required by Monday, November 11.
We hope to see you there!
YWCA Double Good Fundraiser
Join us as we come together to raise funds that support our life-changing programs and vital operations. From November 5th to 9th, each team is competing to make the biggest impact, and you can be a part of it!
Shop from any of the stores to support your favorite program. Every purchase helps us continue empowering women, supporting families, and building a stronger community. Let’s do good together—one bag of popcorn at a time!
Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon
Join YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester and WMC for a meaningful Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon. Together, we’re strengthening awareness, encouraging early detection, and supporting those affected by breast cancer.
Whether you’re seeking information, support, or simply wish to stand in solidarity, this event offers an inviting space to connect and learn. Bring your friends, wear pink, and let's come together for an inspiring afternoon.
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Please join us at the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester for International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on Saturday, October 26, 2pm. Be part of an interactive and engaging educational event to learn more about poverty in Westchester, the challenges of food insecurity and financial trauma of children and what you can do to help our community move towards safety and justice for all
This event is for adults and teens, and is created by our Y Leaders alums Marabel and Svara. Come support them and learn how you can make a difference. Sign up here!