YWCA NCW is on a mission
We put our mission into action across every program—innovating, advocating, and removing barriers so all feel welcome. As our community’s needs change, we evolve to meet them.
Our three spheres—Housing, Thrift Store, and Outreach & Advocacy—work together to support individuals and strengthen our community. From meeting basic needs to advancing systemic change, each sphere reflects our shared commitment to equity, dignity, and opportunity.
Find out more about each sphere below!
Housing Programs ↘
YWCA NCW’s housing programs range from physical housing like Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing and Permanent Supportive Housing, to advocacy based case management and resource connection. Find out more about each program below!
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Emergency Shelter
Our low-barrier emergency shelter provides interim housing and family services for women and children.
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Transitional Housing
Offers women and children a safe place to stay while putting them on a path to permanent housing.
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Permanent Supportive Housing
Offers affordable rental units to people who have experienced homelessness.
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Housing First
Advocacy based case management with a focus on barrier removal.
Need Housing help?
Homeless Housing Help Number:
509-662-3531 Option 1
Visit Our Location:
212 First St. Wenatchee, WA
Mon-Fri 11am-3pm
YWCA NCW Thrift Store ↘
The YWCA Thrift Store features items generously donated by the community, with 100% of the proceeds directly supporting YWCA programs.
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Shop
Shop quality gently used items such as furniture, housewares, electronics, and clothing.
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Donate
All items have been generously donated by members of our community.
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Volunteer
Volunteer with us at the Thrift Store to help maintain the flow of donations.
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Voucher Program
We partner with nearly two dozen organizations to provide clothing to the communities most vulnerable.
Advocacy & Outreach ↘
We’ve been at the forefront of the biggest issues of the day for 160 years: from voting rights to civil rights, from affordable housing to pay equity and from violence prevention to health care reform. We carry on this long tradition of social action and advocacy to advance our mission — and you are a crucial part of this work. Your voice is critical as we advocate for policies that bring us closer to eliminating racism, empowering women, and ensuring peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
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Women's Empowerment Center
Located in the YWCA NCW main building, the Women’s Empowerment Center is a place to host advocacy and community events.
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Until Justice Just Is
A national initiative for a more just and inclusive world.
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Juneteenth
A celebration of black liberation and the abolishment of slavery in the United States.
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Anti-Racism and Equity Training
Trainings and education on the topics of LGBTQ Issues, Power and Privilege, Homelessness, and/or Being an Ally.
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EFSP
YWCA NCW facilitates the Emergency Food and Shelter Program in Chelan and Douglas Counties. The program supplements and expands ongoing work of local nonprofit and governmental social service organizations to provide shelter, food and supportive services to individuals and families who are experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, hunger and/or homelessness.