Who We Are
YWCA has been a part of Sweetwater County for over forty years. Our mission is eliminating racism and empowering women. We offer three kinds of services to help us achieve that mission.
We also offer childcare services for children ages 6 months to 12 years old , including a Tuition Assistance program to help all families pay for quality childcare. The final service we offer is free financial education classes to help people better understand everyday financial matters to really take charge of their finances.
We provide support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through a 24- hour crisis line and emergency shelter, help with protection orders, and emotional and practical support as they try to build lives free of abuse.
Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and Promoting Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity for all.
YWCA MISSION
Our Team
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Jessica Hoopes
TEACHING DIRECTOR
Jessica started in 2023 at the front desk and worked with childcare doing a wide variety of tasks. She took over the Financial Empowerment program in 2024
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Melinda Baas
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Melinda started in 2007 as a Program Director until 2018 when she became Executive Director.
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Gina DeBoer
VICTIMS ADVOCACY CENTER DIRECTOR
Gina began at YWCA in 2023 and became Director of the DV/SA programs in 2024.
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Childcare Director
Kristina came to YWCA in 2024 with over ten years experience as a Early Care teacher and administrator.
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Cheryl Petek
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Cheryl began in 2005. She manages all the complexities of the accounting for our agency.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is a diverse group of women leaders using their passion, insights, and connections in the community, to create real impact for Sweetwater County.
2023 – 2024 Officers
Sue Lozier
Board President
Heather Marsh
Treasurer
Jessica Evans
Development Officer
Directors
Sage Hilstad
Tiffany Kindel
Angela Salazar
Erika Nelson-Hunsaker
Elysha Dean
Rosa Reyna-Pugh
Annual Reports
YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women, and we’re committed to accountability and transparency in everything we do. Below you will find resources that illuminate our financial position, outline how we allocate our resources, and showcase the impact of the valuable support from our donors and sponsors. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we welcome your support of our mission!
FAQs
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We do provide financial assistance for tuition based on income qualifications. We accept Department of Family Services payments, you must apply with DFS to determine qualifications. We do offer a sliding fee scale. You must speak to the Director or Accounting Administrative Assistant in order to determine if you qualify. There is an application process.
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We only charge for our childcare services. Our Advocacy program, financial education and STRIVE are free of charge.