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August is Make A Will Month

August 1, 2025

✍️ August is National Make A Will Month! Your will is more than a legal document—it’s a powerful tool for change. By creating your will,…

We were selected for Joe’s Original Fundraiser

July 31, 2025

We were selected for Joe’s Cause! All day every Thursday in August, when you mention us at Joe’s Original (61 State Rd, Dartmouth) we’ll receive 15%…

Statement on H.R.1

July 10, 2025

Dear Community Members,  As an organization that has been advocating for racial and gender equity since 1911, we at YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts are deeply disheartened…

Free Estate Planning Info Session

June 30, 2025

Estate Planning Info Session Tuesday, August 19, 2025 5:30 – 6:30 PM FREE YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 Register…

Jordan Latham Named 2025 Commonwealth Heroine

June 30, 2025

Congratulations to Jordan Latham, our former Director of Advocacy and Resource Development, and current Women’s Alliance Member, for being named Class of 2025 Commonwealth Heroine…

YWCA Closed July 4

June 30, 2025

The YWCA Offices and YWKids will be closed Friday, July 4th for the holiday. We will return on Monday, July 7th with our regular hours.

YWKids Reads Frederick Douglass

June 25, 2025

Thanks to funding from Mass Humanities and Massachusetts Cultural Council YWKids is reading Frederick Douglass’ “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” this…

YWCA Closed 6/19 and 6/20

June 16, 2025

The YWCA offices and YWKids will be closed June 19 and 20 to celebrate the holiday

Gail Fortes Graduates from SouthCoast LEADS

June 10, 2025

Our Executive Director, Gail Fortes, has graduated from her SouthCoast LEADS Fellowship! SouthCoast LEADS (Leaders Engaged and Activated to Drive Systems Change) Fellows represent a…

We’re Looking for Feedback from Women Age 18-30

May 28, 2025

We’re looking for women age 18-30 to provide us with feedback about their interests and needs to inform us about programming for this age group.…

YWCA Closed 5/26

May 20, 2025

The YWCA administrative office and YWKids will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 26, 2025. We’ll be operating our usual hours again on…

YWKids Summer Field Trip Fundraiser

May 19, 2025

For over 25 years, YWKids has been a cornerstone for children and families in Greater New Bedford, providing a safe and fun space for learning…

YWCA receives Community Partner award from Global Learning Charter Public School

May 14, 2025

The YWCA received this year’s Community Partner award from the Global Learning Charter Public School (GLCPS). The award was presented at the 2025 Global Gala…

YWCA Board Leadership Program Applications Now Open

May 8, 2025

Saturday, October 18, 2025 9AM – 3PM YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 $50, limited scholarships available A one day…

June Babysitting Course

May 6, 2025

Baby Sitting Course Wednesday June 25, 2025 9:30AM – 3:00PM $25 per person YWCA Southeastern MA 20 South Sixth St New Bedford, MA 02740 Register…

Spring Cleaning – Items Available for Pick Up!

April 23, 2025

We’re spring cleaning at the YWCA office and have lots of great items available for anyone interested! Chairs, couches, tables, music equipment, and more!  Free,…

YWCA Closed Monday, April 21, 2025

April 17, 2025

The YWCA administrative office and YWKids will be closed for Patriot’s Day on Monday, April 21, 2025. We’ll be operating our usual hours again on…

YWCA at 2025 MCSW Advocacy Day

April 17, 2025

Staff and Board Members YWCA, along with nearly 60 students and their chaperones from Global Learning Public Charter School, Our Sisters’ School, and New Bedford…

Board Networking Event

April 15, 2025

Board Networking  May 20, 2025 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM YWCA Southeastern Massachusetts 20 South Sixth St, New Bedford, MA 02740 Register The YWCA Board…

Headshots for a Cause

April 3, 2025

Headshots for a Cause Saturday, April 26, 2025 11AM – 3PM $45 Student Member $75 Student with ID $100 Member $150 Non-Member YWCA Southeastern MA…