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Introducing our new Board Executives
We are excited to introduce you to our new Board Executives, starting on January 1, 2026. We are so grateful for their service and are exciting to work with them in the coming years! President, Shai Spinola-Ramos I am a proud fourth-generation Cape Verdean American, born and raised in New Bedford, where I still reside…
Read MoreEstate Planning Info Session
Estate Planning Info Session Tuesday, January 20, 2026 5:30 – 6:30 PM FREE Zoom Register Here Learn about creating wills, estate planning tools, & how to leverage philanthropy to achieve your financial goals from a financial planning professional Questions? Contact mtarentino@ywcasema.org or call 508-999-3255
Read MoreYWCA Closed 12/24 – 1/4
The YWCA administrative offices and YWKids will be closed December 24 – January 4th for the holiday break. We will resume our normal hours on Monday, January 5th. See you all in 2026!
Read MoreSave the Date for the 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show
Save the Date for the 23rd Annual Red Dress Fashion Show! Thursday February 26, 2026 5:30 PM Century House, Acushnet, MA Tickets will be $100 per person, 10 people per table. Tickets will go on sale in early January.
Read MoreEmpower Your Community: Support the YWCA’s Annual Campaign
When you donate to the YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts, you support your community. We know that our community is currently facing immense challenges. From threats to reproductive rights and setbacks in racial justice to a critical lack of affordable childcare and education, the obstacles are real. Yet, in the face of these hurdles, the resilience of…
Read MoreBaby Sitting Course
Baby Sitting Course Tuesday December 30, 2025 9:30AM – 3:00PM $30 per person YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 Register Here by December 21 This workshop will give youth (age 11-15) the knowledge and confidence to care for infants, toddlers and school age children and start their own babysitting business. Certificates and…
Read MoreAnnual Meeting 2025 Recap
The YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts held its 2025 annual meeting on December 3, 2025 at Waypoint Event Center in New Bedford. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported us throughout 2025. You can view all images from the event in the gallery below. Annual Report & Impact Report View the 2025 Annual Report and Impact…
Read MoreYoung Men’s Leadership Conference
Young Men’s Leadership Conference Saturday December 6, 2025 10 am – 2 pm Nativity Preparatory School 66 Spring St, New Bedford, MA $10 REGISTER Our second annual Young Men’s Leadership Conference is scheduled for this Saturday at Nativity Preparatory School in New Bedford. This program is designed for 10-14 year old young men who are…
Read MoreGiving Tuesday – show your support for women and girls in Southeastern Massachusetts
December 2, 2025 is Giving Tuesday. Make My Giving Tuesday Gift On this Giving Tuesday, the mission of the YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts, eliminating racism and empowering women, is more critical than ever. We reach out to ask for your immediate partnership in building resilience for our community. Every dollar you donate becomes a lifeline. Your…
Read MoreClosed November 27 and 28
The YWCA Offices and YWKids will be closed on November 27 and 28 for the holiday.
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