Events

Stand Against Racism

April 24, 2026 | 8:00AM | Polar Park

Through his lived experience, Shaun Murphy will share how personal and collective trauma can be transformed into a roadmap for resistance, healing, and hope. His message challenges us to move beyond reflection and into action, using our stories, our courage, and our choices to actively live against racism and help shape a more just future.

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Sip for Purpose

March 1-31, 2026

In celebration of Women’s History Month,

Birch Tree Bread Co. is is partnering with YWCA for a special fundraiser!

For every cold brew sold this month, a portion of proceeds will support YWCA’s mission to empower women, eliminate racism, and build a more equitable community.

Supporting Survivors Together

Thank you to Pathways for Change, Inc. and Safe Exit Initiative- SEI for partnering with us for the Legislative Breakfast.

We’re thankful to our legislators for attending, listening, and supporting policies that help survivors, immigrants, youth, and families in our region: Senator Robyn Kennedy, Senator Mike Moore, Representative Daniel Donahue, Representative David LeBoeuf, and Representative Natalie Higgins.

Thank you to Vilma Uribe for sharing meaningful remarks on behalf of Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll, and to Liam Lowney from Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance for his dedication to survivors and ongoing advocacy.

We’re also very grateful to our advocates, whose compassion and hard work support survivors every day.

By working together, we can keep raising awareness, build stronger partnerships, and make sure survivors get the support they need.

See our advocacy section below for bills to call your Representatives about supporting.

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Honor Women of Worcester

The Worcester Wall of Women is more than a mural, it’s a tribute, a history lesson, and an inspiration for generations to come. Make HERstory with a donation to support the mural.

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Make an impact each month!

Monthly giving is an easy, powerful way to support our work and over time, monthly gifts adds up to more than a one-time donation.

Making your impact even stronger!

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Advocacy

With our mission and communities in mind, YWCA advocates at the federal, state, and local levels for practical solutions that meet the needs of women, girls, and marginalized communities that bring us closer to eliminating racism, empowering women, and ensuring peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Every day, YWCA Central Massachusetts serves as a lifeline for women, families, and children. But, these essential services are still in jeopardy as federal funding is threatened. Now is the time to take action and keep our communities safe.

Contact your local members of Congress and U.S. Senators.
Reach out to your Governor’s office.
Mobilize your community to do the same.
Donate to help our programs thrive and change lives!

Domestic Violence Bills

Victims of a Crime Act, also known as VOCA: We encourage our community to act today. Together, we can close the funding gap for victim service organizations across the state of Massachusetts. Learn more.

Bill H. 3355: An Act relative to domestic violence reports and confidentiality. Learn More.

Bill H.1399: An Act relative to controlling and abusive litigation. Learn more.

Bill H.1587/S.1256 : An Act relative to justice for survivors

Bill MA S.145: Supporting Survivors & Enhancing Child Welfare. Learn more

HD.3719 / SD.1731: Supporting Survivors Through Financial Assistance. Learn more.

H.1694 / S.1147 : Civil Legal Remedies for Victims of Economic Abuse. Learn More

Voting Rights

Say NO to The SAVE Act: Americans do not need MORE obstacles to vote. The SAVE Act would create one more barrier to the voting process, as many eligible voters do not have easy access to the necessary documents. Tell Congress to oppose the SAVE Act suite of bills. Learn More.

Make Elections Great Again Act (MEGA)(H.R. 7300): Among other dangerous provisions, this bill would require that all mail-in ballots be received by the close of the polls on Election Day (rather than post-marked as mailed by the end of Election Day) and would require states to verify the citizenship of voters (without any additional funding or infrastructure support).

Stay tuned for more opportunities to take action for your community.

What's Happening at the YW

Family Fun Fridays

Join us every Friday for FREE fun at the YW!

6:00 to 8:30PM, every Friday

Bring the kids and get ready to move, splash, play, create, and connect. Enjoy gym time, pool access, games, crafts, and quality time together!

Summer Camp Registration!

Camp Wind-in-the-Pines is a summer day camp for school-aged children (6 to 13 years). Each session is packed with themed activities, games, and projects, as well as traditional camp activities.

Make A Splash this Summer!

FREE beginner swim lessons for children (7 years+) and adults, who do not have access to learn-to-swim opportunities.

Thursdays | April 2 – June 11, 2026

4:00 – 6:00 PM (30-minute sessions)

Build confidence in the water and get summer-ready with essential swim skills.

Program funded by the Department of Conservation & Recreation

We are Hiring!

Looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join our team and make a difference!

We’re hiring for a variety of exciting roles and looking for passionate individuals like you.

Don’t wait—apply today!

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The YWCA Online Merch Store

Show your support in style—shop our brand-new online store featuring YWCA t-shirts, hoodies, hats, and more!

Every purchase helps power our mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and strengthen communities.

Shop now and wear your support proudly!

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Mark Your Calendar

March: Women's History Month

March: Cold Brew Coffee Fundraiser @ Birch Tree Bread Co.

March 8: International Women's Day

Looking Ahead

April: Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April 7: AANHPI Women's Equal Pay Day

April 11-17: Black Maternal Health Week

April 24: Stand Against Racism

ELIMINATING RACISM. EMPOWERING WOMEN.

YWCA CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS | YWCACM.ORG | 508-767-2505

For more than 140 years, the YWCA Central Massachusetts has served as a lifelong positive force for women and girls, their families and communities.