YWCA Greater RI
The mission of the YWCA Greater RI is to Eliminate Racism and Empower Women.
Description:
We are the third oldest YWCA in the World. Among our current programs are:
- Learning Center offering a full-day pre-school, child care for school-aged children, Head Start program, & summer camp
- Permanent Supportive Housing for women with disabilities
- Economic Literacy training for low income individuals
- Summer Internship program for youth 16-18
YWCA members strive to create opportunities for women's growth, leadership and power in order to attain a common vision: peace, justice,freedom and dignity for all.
History:
The YWCA Greater Rhode Island is housed in an 1880 Victorian on the Pawtucket-Central Falls border. We are the third (3rd) oldest YWCA in the United States.
Highlights of our history:
1894: founded the Traveler's Aid Society
1921: founded the International Institute of RI
1940's: Established support programs for women and children at home during war effort
1970's: established the RI Rape Crisis Center
1980's: co-founded the Blackstone Shelter for battered women on the YWCA Central Falls property.
1990's: established the YWCA Learning Center to provide affordable childcare services.
1996: created affordable apartments for women and their families.
2004: established permanent supportive housing program for homeless women.
2004: offer free income tax preparation and economic literacy training for low income families (VITA).
Contact people:
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Johanna LeClair, President, 401-831-9922, (email)
Dianne Newman, Executive Director, (401) 831-9922, (email) |
Office fax number: 401-831-9928
Address:
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324 Broad StreetCentral Falls, RI 02863(See a map) |
Web Site: http://www.ywcagri.org
Miscellaneous Information
| Handicap accessible? |
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Yes
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| Interests Served: |
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Solutions for Children, Youth, Families, Building Adult & Neighborhood Independence
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| Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers? |
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Yes
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| What type of organization |
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Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
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| Last updated on October 27, 2009 |
