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Historic YWCA in Wheeling undergoing major transformation for enhanced privacy and comfort

February 7, 2025

Wheeling, WV — The YWCA in Wheeling's multimillion-dollar project continues to progress with updated facilities and…

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$10 Million YWCA Wheeling Building Renovation To Stretch Into Spring

January 21, 2025

WHEELING — A $10 million renovation at YWCA Wheeling’s downtown building has been going on…

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YWCA Wheeling Sheds Light On Human Trafficking Awareness Month

January 21, 2025

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The YWCA of Wheeling is committed to fighting human trafficking and…

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Wheeling March Amplifies Martin Luther King Jr.’s Message of Hope

January 21, 2025

WHEELING — Despite the cold temperatures and snow on the ground, community members gathered at…

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YWCA discusses plans for property that was donated to them

December 4, 2024

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — The YWCA is excited about a donation they received. It’s a…

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YWCA Wheeling hosts ‘Kickball for a Cause’ to raise awareness for domestic violence

October 9, 2024

WETZEL COUNTY, W.Va. (WTRF) – October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, and YWCA Wheeling held…

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West Virginia woman shares her journey to recovery from fentanyl

October 9, 2024

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Fentanyl is one of the deadliest substances on the market. It…

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Ohio Valley Organizations Unite to Host Overdose Awareness Day Event

September 4, 2024

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — YWCA Wheeling, Youth Services System, and several other organizations joined forces…

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3rd Annual ‘Discover Recovery’ Set for Saturday

August 29, 2024

YWCA Wheeling, Youth Services System and the Ohio County IMPACT Coalition are joining forces to…

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YWCA Wheeling held massive 3 day estate sale

August 27, 2024

Wheeling, W.Va. (WTRF) – The YWCA Wheeling held a massive three-day estate clothing sale, in…

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Historic YWCA in Wheeling undergoing major transformation for enhanced privacy and comfort
February 7, 2025

Historic YWCA in Wheeling undergoing major transformation for enhanced privacy and comfort

$10 Million YWCA Wheeling Building Renovation To Stretch Into Spring
January 21, 2025

$10 Million YWCA Wheeling Building Renovation To Stretch Into Spring

YWCA Wheeling Sheds Light On Human Trafficking Awareness Month
January 21, 2025

YWCA Wheeling Sheds Light On Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Wheeling March Amplifies Martin Luther King Jr.’s Message of Hope
January 21, 2025

Wheeling March Amplifies Martin Luther King Jr.’s Message of Hope

YWCA discusses plans for property that was donated to them
December 4, 2024

YWCA discusses plans for property that was donated to them

YWCA Wheeling hosts ‘Kickball for a Cause’ to raise awareness for domestic violence
October 9, 2024

YWCA Wheeling hosts ‘Kickball for a Cause’ to raise awareness for domestic violence

YWCA Wheeling hosts 2nd Annual Mega Bingo Fundraiser
October 9, 2024

YWCA Wheeling hosts 2nd Annual Mega Bingo Fundraiser

YWCA shines bright through the night at Family Fun and Glow Run
October 9, 2024

YWCA shines bright through the night at Family Fun and Glow Run

West Virginia woman shares her journey to recovery from fentanyl
October 9, 2024

West Virginia woman shares her journey to recovery from fentanyl

Ohio Valley Organizations Unite to Host Overdose Awareness Day Event
September 4, 2024

Ohio Valley Organizations Unite to Host Overdose Awareness Day Event

3rd Annual ‘Discover Recovery’ Set for Saturday
August 29, 2024

3rd Annual ‘Discover Recovery’ Set for Saturday

YWCA Wheeling held massive 3 day estate sale
August 27, 2024

YWCA Wheeling held massive 3 day estate sale

United Against Exploitation: YWCA Wheeling Commits to Safe and Inclusive Events
August 5, 2024

United Against Exploitation: YWCA Wheeling Commits to Safe and Inclusive Events

YWCA Wheeling Holds 5th Annual Mini Con
July 25, 2024

YWCA Wheeling Holds 5th Annual Mini Con

YWCA Wheeling Receives Prestigious Purple Ribbon Award from National Organization
July 10, 2024

YWCA Wheeling Receives Prestigious Purple Ribbon Award from National Organization

Wheeling Juneteenth Celebrations 2024
July 3, 2024

Wheeling Juneteenth Celebrations 2024

Groups come together for new award honoring local women
July 3, 2024

Groups come together for new award honoring local women

Rethink Crimes Victims – experience a day in the life of a crime survivor
July 3, 2024

Rethink Crimes Victims – experience a day in the life of a crime survivor

Ignite Hope Donates $7,000 to Two Local Organizations
July 3, 2024

Ignite Hope Donates $7,000 to Two Local Organizations

YWCA Wheeling Offered Free Trip to Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Atlanta
July 3, 2024

YWCA Wheeling Offered Free Trip to Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Atlanta

AEP Provides $10,000 for YWCA Wheeling Capital Campaign
December 28, 2023

AEP Provides $10,000 for YWCA Wheeling Capital Campaign

Circus Saints and Sinners Generously Select YWCA Wheeling as the Beneficiary of their Annual Reverse Raffle, Contributing $22,000 to YWCA Capital Campaign
December 6, 2023

Circus Saints and Sinners Generously Select YWCA Wheeling as the Beneficiary of their Annual Reverse Raffle, Contributing $22,000 to YWCA Capital Campaign

YWCA Wheeling Hosts Walk for Domestic Violence Awareness
November 2, 2023

YWCA Wheeling Hosts Walk for Domestic Violence Awareness

Contests announced for students to honor King’s legacy
November 2, 2023

Contests announced for students to honor King’s legacy

Candles Mark Marshall County Vigil for Domestic Violence
October 6, 2023

Candles Mark Marshall County Vigil for Domestic Violence

YWCA Wheeling Receives Project Safe Neighborhood Grant
October 6, 2023

YWCA Wheeling Receives Project Safe Neighborhood Grant

Celebrating Victory Over Substance Misuse at YWCA’s GLOW Run
October 6, 2023

Celebrating Victory Over Substance Misuse at YWCA’s GLOW Run

Wheeling YWCA receives $141,000 grant to support freedom from addiction
July 18, 2023

Wheeling YWCA receives $141,000 grant to support freedom from addiction

Wheeling YWCA introduces scholarship to boost educational opportunities for disadvantaged women
July 18, 2023

Wheeling YWCA introduces scholarship to boost educational opportunities for disadvantaged women

First Ever Ohio Valley Athena Award Presented to YWCA Wheeling Executive Director, Lori Jones
June 30, 2023

First Ever Ohio Valley Athena Award Presented to YWCA Wheeling Executive Director, Lori Jones

YWCA Wheeling Awarded Tax Credits For Necessary Renovations to Historic Building
June 30, 2023

YWCA Wheeling Awarded Tax Credits For Necessary Renovations to Historic Building

Juneteenth Celebration Continuing to Grow in Wheeling
June 30, 2023

Juneteenth Celebration Continuing to Grow in Wheeling

4th Annual YWCA Wheeling Mini-Con Returns
June 30, 2023

4th Annual YWCA Wheeling Mini-Con Returns

YWCA Wheeling to Give Out 37 Scholarships through OVAASA Program
May 15, 2023

YWCA Wheeling to Give Out 37 Scholarships through OVAASA Program

YWCA Wheeling  commemorates National Crime Victims’ Rights Week April 23–29, 2023
May 15, 2023

YWCA Wheeling  commemorates National Crime Victims’ Rights Week April 23–29, 2023

YWCA Wheeling Capital Campaign Kick-Off, Already Over 80% of Goal
May 15, 2023

YWCA Wheeling Capital Campaign Kick-Off, Already Over 80% of Goal

YWCA Wheeling Receives Purple Ribbon Awards
May 15, 2023

YWCA Wheeling Receives Purple Ribbon Awards

MPLX Donates Concert Tickets to YWCA Wheeling Clients
April 11, 2023

MPLX Donates Concert Tickets to YWCA Wheeling Clients

YWCA Wheeling Puts on Culturally Specific Escape Rooms
April 11, 2023

YWCA Wheeling Puts on Culturally Specific Escape Rooms

YWCA Wheeling screens film for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
April 29, 2022

YWCA Wheeling screens film for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week

April 2, 2022

Woodsdale Elementary Hosts ‘Mental Health Field Day’

March 15, 2022

Textured Hair Expo at Bridge Street Middle School Gets People Looking, Feeling Good

March 6, 2022

‘No More Week’ begins as group promotes domestic violence awareness

February 22, 2022

Wheeling YWCA Sponsoring Free Self-Defense Course March 12

February 15, 2022

Wheeling’s YWCA WIND Program offers help for those women who need it 24/7

February 11, 2022

Wheeling Park HS honors Black history with guest speaker

October 6, 2020

City of Wheeling declares Racism as a Public Health Crisis

June 5, 2019

Rock the Runway to be held Saturday in Wheeling

June 5, 2019

YWCA event aimed at reducing stigma of heavy subjects, like addiction

May 29, 2019

Nearly 30 years after Rebecca Schaeffer’s death, stalking is easier than ever

May 29, 2019

YWCA hosts panel discussion “Teens Talk”

Wheeling YWCA Plans ‘Sip and Shop’ Event Thursday To Raise Money for Y-Not Boutique
May 29, 2019

Wheeling YWCA Plans ‘Sip and Shop’ Event Thursday To Raise Money for Y-Not Boutique

May 29, 2019

YWCA receives major grant to help human trafficking victims

August 11, 2017

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``Women face danger with few options in Wheeling’s only legal homeless encampment..``

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YWCA WHEELING PROGRAMS

The YWCA Wheeling is on a Mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Women Inspired in New Directions (WIND)

A non-treatment recovery home that offers peer support and case management for women in recovery seeking a “New Direction” for their lives that is addiction free.
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Survivors of Trafficking Empowerment Program (STEP)

Dedicated to supporting survivors of labor and sex trafficking in West Virginia. We provide emergency shelter, transitional housing, and legal and case management services to all victims of human trafficking – labor and sex trafficking – including men, women, children, foreign nationals or U.S. citizens.
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Family Violence Prevention Program (FVPP)

A multifaceted and diverse domestic violence program geared towards ending the cycle of abuse.
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Cultural Diversity Community Outreach (CDCO)

The Cultural Diversity Community Outreach (CDCO) program provides advocacy for victims of discrimination and prejudice, culturally specific domestic violence advocacy, cultural and diversity awareness workshops and school programming.

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Residence and Homeless Shelter

A program that houses single women over the age of 18 in a community style residence.

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Y-Not-Repeat Boutique

A program that houses single women over the age of 18 in a community style residence.A boutique that accepts gently used donated clothing from the community and helps clothe women going back into the work force.

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Helping Since 1906

YWCA Wheeling is one of 300 Associations in the Nation and has been a prominent part of the Northern Panhandle since 1906.

ELMINATING RACISM

Since 1905, the YWCA Wheeling has been at the forefront of racial justice in the Northern Panhandle. We are devoted to taking a stand to eliminate racism and promote inclusion and tolerance for all.

EMPOWERING WOMEN

We are committed to providing programs and services that equip women with the tools they need to impact their lives, their families lives, and the lives of women around them.

BUILDING COMMUNITY TOGETHER

We believe bringing communities together provides opportunities for support and connections for all.

ADVOCATE FOR CHANGE

We are dedicated to creating systemic change for women and people of color.

TESTIMONIALS

Young Women's Christian Associates of Wheeling Makes a Difference

This is where I came a few years ago with my two small girls to escape a truly abusive, dangerous situation. I credit the YWCA with giving me my life back
Denise
YWCA is a blessing to many women near and far. I personally needed help after being in a violent relationship. The staff were so compassionate and helpful, which helped me heal and get back on my feet. The YWCA is and always will be a temple of healing for women in Wheeling.
Erin G.
The YWCA Wheeling provides critical resources to the Ohio Valley and incredible programming created to empower and engage! Top notch leadership too.
Rosemary K.
Amazing women doing amazing things!
Hannah H
Very safe. The staff are angels.
PJ B.

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