We’re thrilled to announce that renowned writer and speaker Ijeoma Oluo will join us for this year’s Activists and Agitators event! This powerful evening will focus on housing justice, the urgent, actionable steps we can take to support our community, and a special celebration of the 20th anniversary of the YWCA Columbus Family Center.

Early bird passes are LIVE now — secure yours before the special pricing ends!

This summer, YWCA Columbus asked youth, adults, and staff: “What Does Hope Mean to You?” The result is a powerful collection of original artwork showcasing the heart and resilience of our community.

Now it’s your turn to be part of the story — scroll the gallery and vote for your favorite! Voting is open for a limited time, and winning pieces will be featured in our 140th anniversary calendar celebrating YWCA Columbus’ legacy and future.

Afterschool and summer programs like YWCA Kids Place keep kids safe, inspire learning, and help working families — but funding for them is at risk. Take action with us today!

The YWCA Racial Justice Challenge is an eight-week journey (June 2- July 25) of daily learning and reflection designed to deepen your understanding of race, power, privilege, and leadership. Through curated articles, podcasts, and other resources, you’ll explore how injustice impacts our communities—and what you can do to create meaningful change. Connect with others, reflect personally, and take action toward a more equitable future.

Thank you to everyone who joined our virtual event on sustainable emergency shelter funding in Central Ohio. If you missed it, there's still time to make a real difference. Use your power—download our Advocacy Toolkit and help ensure families in our community have access to safe, stable shelter. Your action matters.

We’re deeply thankful to everyone who came out to celebrate the 40th Annual Women of Achievement — and to all who left inspired to create change after hearing the incredible stories of strength, courage, and impact.

See you next year!

The new and improved YWCA Family Center playground officially reopened on July 11, 2024, after its soft reopening for residents in June.

Our volunteers provide support and — most importantly — serve 100% of our residents’ meals 365 days a year.