At YWCA Northeast Indiana, we‘re deeply committed to serving our community and making a positive impact. We moved into our new home, The Hefner Center, last year, and now our attention is turning to what comes next. Starting this month, our Strategic Planning Committee will begin facilitating our next three-year plan. Over the next few months, we’ll begin the vital … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Nominations Are Open for the 2025 Peggy Hobbs Award [FORT WAYNE, INDIANA, JUNE 9, 2025] – YWCA Northeast Indiana is accepting nominations for their Peggy Hobbs Service Award until the end of August. The Peggy Hobbs Service Award began in 1977 with the intent to honor a woman of outstanding personal development, achievement, … Read More
The days are growing longer and the sun is shining brighter. Summer is here! Summertime evokes images of carefree laughter, splashing in pools, and the sweet taste of ice cream on a warm afternoon. For many children, it’s a time of joyful abandon, a welcome break from the structure of the school year. For the children residing with their parents in … Read More
PRESS RELEASE: YWCA hosts Coffee & Conversations Event on June 17th [FORT WAYNE, INDIANA, MAY 13, 2025] – Coffee & Conversations provide a welcoming space for women to connect, learn, and empower one another. This year’s free series is focused on empowering women in the workforce. Whether you are beginning your career or a little … Read More
At YWCA Northeast Indiana, our mission is clear: to actively empower individuals and communities through advocacy, education, and support services, ensuring dignity for all. While many in our community know us as the home of the first domestic violence shelter in Indiana, our work extends far beyond providing safe refuge. We are a comprehensive resource dedicated to fostering … Read More