YWCA Utah’s Story

A newsletter for members and friends of YWCA Utah. Housing and Economic Empowerment for Domestic Violence Survivors Abusive partners frequently interfere with women’s ability to obtain or maintain employment, and the trauma inflicted by abuse can be debilitating. This lack of financial empowerment, combined with a shortage of affordable housing in Utah, present significant obstacles for women seeking to leave violent homes. YWCA Utah is… Continue Reading Winter 2018 Sojourner Newsletter

In Memoriam – Mary Jane Jarman Weyher 1947-2018 YWCA board member, lifetime member, and dedicated friend. Mary Jane brought light and warmth to our YWCA, and we will miss her deeply. Mary Jane Jarman Weyher Celebration of Life YWCA Utah, Salt Lake City August 2, 2018 “Welcome to the YWCA, and thank you for gathering here… Continue Reading In Memoriam – Mary Jane Jarman Weyher

Full-Day Kindergarten & Pre-K – Enroll Today The Lolie Eccles Early Education Center still has a few spots open in our full-day kindergarten and pre-k classes. Featuring high-quality, small classroom academic instruction for a full school day and mission-based learning opportunities. NAEYC accredited Small student to teacher ratio Before and after school care Contact Bree at bmurphy@ywcautah.orgfor more… Continue Reading What’s Happening at the YWCA – August

Each night more than 200 Utah women and children rendered homeless by domestic violence sleep at the YWCA. Expanding onsite healthcare services for our families has been a longtime goal, and we are grateful for a new partnership with Fourth Street Clinic that provides immediate and ongoing medical care to survivors of domestic violence in… Continue Reading New Partnerships Brings More Health and Healing to YWCA

Food Truck Face Off is Saturday, June 30, 4-10 PM at Liberty Park Who Will Be Crowned Champ at the BIGGEST Food Truck Gathering in UT? In 2017, Yoshi’s took first at Food Truck Face Off; who will reign among the 25+ trucks at this year’s event? Enjoy delicious local food and a fun-filled night… Continue Reading What’s Happening at the YWCA – June