P: 607-733-5575
F: 607-733-9524
WHO WE ARE
The YWCA Elmira and the Twin Tiers has been serving our community for over 100 years. Nationally, in 1887, a home was established for young women leaving farms to work in industry. In 1914 the YWCA Elmira was established. Since then, the YWCA's programs have grown and evolved to meet community needs.
OUR YOUTH
We are the largest child care provider in Chemung County, offering quality care for pre-school through 6th grade. Our Kids World & Summer Enrichment programs serve over 700 children daily in our before- and after-school programs, as well as holidays at multiple sites.
“We’d be lost without Kids World. If my 9 year old son didn’t have a safe, fun place to go to after school, I couldn’t keep working. My son loves Kids World, and looks forward to it everyday. Since he started in September, his behavior and grades are already better."
Single Mother of Four, Parent
YOUR HEALTH
The YWCA’s Women’s Breast Health program has a certified “fitter” in our Pink Boutique who can fit a breast cancer patient properly with a quality prostheses, mastectomy bra and swimwear. They are also happy to fit any woman properly for any bra or swimwear. We provide breast surgery patients with a FREE post-operative camisole. We provide some emergency funding for breast cancer survivors through our Patient Relief Fund.
“Thank you for the free camisole. It was so thoughtful to recognize a basic need as well as lifting the spirit."
Breast Cancer Survivor & Pink Boutique Client
YOUR WELLNESS
Our Fitness & Recreation program has a gym and health resources for you.
OUR HISTORY
In 1887, A group of community leaders came together to address the need for safe, affordable housing for young women moving to the city to work in industry. The movement of what was to become the YWCA, was launched. Since that time, the YWCA has provided programming to meet the ever changing needs of women and families in Chemung County and the surrounding areas.
Throughout our history, the YWCA has stood for service excellence and was the first organization to support women, children and families, through the promotion of peace, the elimination of racism, advocacy, education and self empowerment.
The YWCA provides an array of services to individuals and families including, but not limited to, minorities, the working poor, all ages and those needing critical health services through key areas that include Child Care, Youth Leadership, Breast Health, Water, Fitness and Recreation and Social Justice.
In 1887, A group of community leaders came together to address the need for safe, affordable housing for young women moving to the city to work in industry. The movement of what was to become the YWCA, was launched. Since that time, the YWCA has provided programming to meet the ever changing needs of women and families in Chemung County and the surrounding areas.
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OUR MISSION & VALUES
YWCA IS DEDICATED TO ELIMINATING RACISM, EMPOWERING WOMEN AND PROMOTING PEACE, JUSTICE, FREEDOM AND DIGNITY FOR ALL.
COURAGE
We have the collective strength to face the biggest challenges and work toward a more just and equitable society that benefits everyone.
COMPASSION
We believe that impacting lives begins with understanding individual needs. We listen, we learn and we respond.
COMMITMENT
We are the oldest and largest multiracial women's organization in the world. We have always been--and will always continue to be--leaders for racial justice and women's empowerment.
Our Board of Directors
Kelly Long- President
Meghan Rose -Treasurer
Laura Bennett - Secretary
Kim Balok-Middaugh - Vice President
Tonya Delige
Adriana Foti
OUR CEO
OUR STAFF
A'Don Allen, Youth Services Director adona@ywcaelmira.org
Susan Bartlow, Operations Coordinator
susanb@ywcaelmira.org
Harolyn Giordano, CFm, Breast Health/Pink Boutique
Liz Grieco, Kids World Billing
Debbie Semski, Kids World Director debbies@ywcaelmira.org
Jennifer Boerner, UPK Teacher