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Closed 5/25
YWCA Administrative Offices and YWKids will be closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day.
Read MoreMenstrual Access Drive
Help us support women and girls in our community through our menstrual access drive! We have been addressing period poverty in our region for years through advocacy, education, and distribution of products. Last year, we ensured over 800 women and girls had access to the hygiene products they needed to go to school and work…
Read MoreNew Support Group: Recovery, All About Us
All About Us: Recovery Meeting Every Tuesday starting May 26, 2026 11 am – 12 pm YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts 20 South Sixth St, New Bedford, MA If you’re on a recovery journey, come join us every Tuesday starting May 26th for recovery-focused meetings, that will be a supportive space for healing, self-care, and personal growth.…
Read More100 People, $100, One Powerful Community
At YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts, we believe that when we come together, small actions create a massive wave of change. This month, we are launching our 100 Strong: Empowering Change Together fundraiser and we are looking for 100 champions to help us reach the finish line. Our goal is to raise $10,000 to directly fund the…
Read MoreSeeking Feedback from Young Women!
We are seeking young women’s opinions for programming! Young Women’s Programming Focus Group Tuesday June 2, 2026 7pm – 8pm YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts 20 South Sixth St, New Bedford, MA Your voice shapes what comes next! Light refreshments will be served. Attendees will recieve a goodie bag and be entered to win an Ulta Gift Card!…
Read MoreWe’re raising dough June 4th at Panera
Fundraiser at Panera Thursday, June 4th, 2026 4pm – 8pm Panera in Dartmouth (84 N Dartmouth Mall Dr, N. Dartmouth, MA) 25% of all eligible orders placed from 4pm – 8pm will benefit our Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Program. To be eligible orders must be: placed at the N. Dartmouth Panera on June 4th between 4pm…
Read MoreYWKids Enrolling for Summer!
YWKids Summer Enrollment is open! If you’re looking for a great program for your child during the summer, YWKids offers affordable, fun childcare all summer long for kids in K-5th grade. Our program includes: A diverse curriculum including Art, Physical Education, STEAM, Literature, & more Healthy breakfast, lunch, & snacks Included, supported by New Bedford…
Read MoreYWCA Closed April 20
YWKids and YWCA Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, April 20th for the holiday.
Read MoreWomen of Distinction Nominations Open
Nominations for the 2026 Women of Distinction Awards are open! This year we are also accepting nominations for the Spirit of Leadership Award. Nominate a Woman of Distinction here. Nominate for the Spirit of Leadership Award here. Learn more about the event here. Nominees for the Women of Distinction award are women who: – Strongly support and…
Read MoreUntil Justice Just Is
Until Justice Just Is (UJJI) is YWCA’s annual national campaign to deepen awareness, spark conversation, and inspire collective action around the most pressing issues facing our communities. This year’s theme — Democracy in Progress: Voting Rights at 250 — challenges us to: Reflect honestly on the progress made in expanding access to the ballot Recognize…
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