Annual Meeting

YWCA Annual Meeting Wednesday December 3, 2025 6PM Waypoint Event Center 185 MacArthur Dr, New Bedford, MA Free The evening will feature the heartfelt stories of YWCA program participants, the annual business meeting, and election of board members and officers. RSVP – please RSVP by 11/23/25

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Nutritional Assistance Resources

The USDA confirmed this week that SNAP benefits will not be distributed to states, including MA, for the month of November 2025. WIC, School Meals, HIP, TAFDC, and EADCC are not affected. For the most up to date and accurate information on SNAP benefits in MA, please follow official announcements from the Massachusetts Department of…

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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

A poster about Grandparents rasing grandchildren

Are you a grandparent or relative caregiver raising the next generation? You’re not alone! The YWCA Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group offers a compassionate space, resources, and community connections. Find support, uplift, and empowerment. The support group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6pm-8pm at the YWCA, 20 South Sixth Street, New…

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Holiday Family Photo Day

Holiday Family Photo Day Saturday, November 8 2025 11 am – 3 pm YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South 6th St New Bedford, MA $50 Register Here Come get a holiday family portrait taken at the YWCA! * Professional, high resolution digital family portrait * 15 minute session * Indoor studio session * Print release * Photography provided…

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Clothesline Project

Clothesline Project Tuesday, October 28, 2025 9 am – 5 pm YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South 6th St New Bedford, MA FREE The Clothesline Project is a visual display that bears witness to the violence against women. Resources for support and to participate in the project will be available. Cant make it that day? Visit…

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Breast Cancer Information Session

Breast Cancer Information Session Tuesday, October 21, 2025 2:00 PM YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts 20 S 6th St, New Bedford FREE – RSVP HERE Get the facts about breast cancer, including risk factors, prevention, early detection, and more!

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We’re Closed 10/13

YWCA Administrative Offices & YWKids will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025 for the holiday. We will return to our normal opening hours on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

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Menopause Workshop

Menopause Workshop – Presentation & Q&A Session Wednesday, October 29, 2025 5 PM YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts 20 S 6th St, New Bedford FREE – RSVP HERE Join the YWCA and Health Imperatives to learn more about what is happening to our bodies as we go through menopause, symptoms, treatment options, and sexuality during and after…

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2025 Women of Distinction

The 2025 Women of Distinction Awards tickets are now on sale. Thursday October 30, 2025 5:30 PM Rachel’s Lakeside 950 State Rd, Dartmouth, MA $85 discounts available for awardees, nominators, and members – check your emails! 2025 Honorees are: Dr. Aminah Pilgrim Dr. Kathleen Mackenzie, EdD,MSW, LICSW, CIMHP Rev. Karen LeBlanc Jaliyah Gonsalves, Spirit of…

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Young Women’s Focus Group

Young Women’s Focus Group Tuesday, October 14, 2025 5:30 – 6:30 PM YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts 20 S 6th St, New Bedford FREE Tell us what programming you want to see for women your age in your community! Questions and discussion with light refreshments. The purpose of this focus group is to gauge the interests and needs of women age 18-30 to create programming for this age group at YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts. Focus group is open to women age 18 – 30. No commitment to participating in related…

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