• YWCA Minneapolis Summer Camp Registration Now Open

    Our camps are big on fun, exploration and discovery. Designed for many ages and interests - we have something for everyone!

  • Young Black Woman Standing Strong

    Until Justice Just Is

    Join us for the Racial Justice Challenge starting April 1st. Throughout the weeks, we'll delve into vital topics like bodily autonomy, financial empowerment, gun violence and transportation.

  • 2024 YWCA Women's Triathlon

    On your mark, get set and go online — Registration is now open — to secure your spot in this year’s triathlon. Keep your eyes open for emails related to registration.

  • Health and Welness

    Join for $30

    Your membership moves our mission. Get started for $30 in the month of March.

  • Paving the Way

    We are building on our strengths – 132 years in the making – to pave the way for a better future for youth and families across our community. Join our campaign to create lasting change today.

YWCA Minneapolis is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and girls, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

What We Do ↘

Through equity-centered programs and advocacy focused on racial justice, education and wellness, we create leaders, spark positive change, and improve the health of our community for all.

Our Programs ↘

YWCA Minneapolis serves thousands of people every year — offering high-quality, affordable early childhood education; providing comprehensive support services and educational enrichment activities for all youth; equipping community members with the knowledge and skills to address racial issues at all levels; advocating for public policy changes; and operating community fitness facilities.

  • Early Childhood Education

    Early Childhood Education

    Our anti-bias curriculum offers whole-child learning approach to build children's development.

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  • Girls and Youth

    Girls & Youth

    We equip girls and youth to nurture their confidence, relationships and power to be leaders.

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  • Racial Justice

    Racial Justice

    We fight racism and promote justice for all people until justice just is.

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  • Health & Fitness

    Health & Fitness

    A space where youth and their families can connect to health and wellness and community services.

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Upcoming Events

Empower Possible, April 27, 2024

Let’s Build a Bold, Bright Future Together

Join us for our third annual Empower Possible signature fundraising event to support our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women.

Become a Member Today ↘

Your fitness membership moves our mission. Join as a member to access our pool and fitness facility at YWCA Midtown.

Reach Out ↘

Together, we create meaningful change in Minnesota. YWCA Minneapolis has been building an inclusive community, furthering race and gender equity, empowering women and girls to be leaders, and improving health and wellness for over 130 years. We have an ambitious mission and we can’t do it alone. Our work is fueled by the people who believe in our work and put their values into action. Each year, people like you give 14,900+ volunteer hours to elevate our work and 1,460+ donors champion our mission. Take a look at the many ways you can join our community and make an impact below!

  • Donate

    Donate

    By making a one-time or recurring monthly donation, you can contribute directly to our Minneapolis community and be a strong supporter of change.

  • Volunteer

    Volunteer

    Your time and talents are valuable! Contribute directly to YWCA Minneapolis programs by volunteering for a one-time event, such as one of our triathlons — or for an ongoing program like Girls Inc.

Community Impact ↘

YWCA Minneapolis is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women and girls. For more than 130 years, we have worked to create opportunities to overcome social injustice, particularly in matters of race and gender. Each year we serve more than 15,000 people in our community through high-quality programs and advocacy focused on racial justice, early learning, youth development and wellness.

  • Early Childhood Education

    Early Childhood Education

    617 children from 445 households, 349 headed by a single parent

  • Girls and Youth

    Girls & Youth

    921 participants across our seven programs

  • Racial Justice and Public Policy

    Racial Justice & Public Policy

    2,000+ individuals gained racial justice and public policy/advocacy understanding

  • Health and Wellness

    Health & Wellness

    5,910 seniors attend fitness classes for older adults

93%

of preschoolers met rigorous early learning standards indicating kindergarten readiness

93%

of youth reported having a positive relationship with a caring adult

What’s Happening

The latest updates from YWCA Minneapolis

Support our mission to eliminate racism and empower women ↘

$25

Provides a healthy sexuality kit for youth

$50

Provides a 1-month fitness membership to a senior

$250

Sponsors a racial justice community workshop

$500

Provides 8 weeks of swim lessons for 10 youth