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www.ywcahbg.org The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

YWCA Greater Harrisburg was founded in 1894 to create a safe place for young working women to live and gather. Today the agency provides secure housing as well as comprehensive services for women, children and men. The YWCA is the leading women's organization in the Capital Region, serving Dauphin, Cumberland, and Perry Counties. Staff work tirelessly to fulfill our mission to empower women and children, especially those whose circumstances might compromise their safety, security or future success.

11/05/2026

The second live auction bag for our Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction is REVEALED! This beautiful Gucci GG Marmont bag will be available for bid in December 3 at our Purse Auction. Join us and bid on this bag and dozens of others in our Silent Auction. Our first live auction bag was revealed earlier this week - it's a Louis Vuitton Multipass. Tickets for our Purse Auction are on sale now: POJ2026.givesmart.com. See you there!

Thank you Susan Roof for donating this beautiful bag. 🧡🧡

11/04/2026

Have some unexpected free time next week or weekend? Want to spend it giving back to the community? Come volunteer with Dress for Success at our Fall Inventory Reduction Sale! For more info and to sign up, check out our sign up genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E48ABAC2BA7F94-66740254-suits

11/03/2026

Our Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction is in ONE MONTH and we're pleased to reveal our first live auction bag - the new Louis Vuitton Multipass! This gorgeous bag is a contemporary style that works for any occasion. It's made from LV's signature monogram canvas and is a slouchy bag with leather trim and gold toned hardware. It also includes a removable braided chain and can be a handbag or a crossbody!

Now it's time to guess our second live auction bag. This one is a little harder. Guess the brand and you can be entered to win two tickets to our Purse Auction!

Join us for the 19th Annual Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction on December 3, 2026 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the West Shore Country Club. Tickets are on sale for $75 and include heavy appetizers. This is a great night of fun, networking, and live and silent auction bags at every price point. We can't wait to see you there!

Learn more and purchase tickets at POJ2026.givesmart.com

11/02/2026

Do you know a woman who deserves to be recognized for making a difference in Central Pennsylvania?

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg's 38th Annual Tribute to Women of Excellence is your opportunity to shine a spotlight on the inspiring women who lead, serve, and make our community stronger.

Help us recognize 25 exceptional women who are making an impact through their professional achievements, community involvement, and philanthropic efforts.

Know a woman who deserves this honor? Nominate her today! In addition to the Class of 2027, we are also accepting nominations for the Carolyne L. Smith Legacy Award and the Karen F. Snider Emerging Leader Award.

📅 Nominations close November 20, 2026.

Learn more and submit a nomination: https://www.ywcahbg.org/events/twenomination/

10/31/2026

👻🎃This is not a Halloween trick: the Dress for Success South Central PA Fall Inventory Reduction Sale is in less than 2 WEEKS! 👻🎃 Come visit us at the Colonial Park Mall and treat yourself to some spooktacular savings! Mark you calendars NOW for November 12-15--we don't want missing out on this sale to haunt you.

10/30/2026

Today, ghosts, goblins, police officers, princesses, firemen, Mario Bros. characters and more descended on our parking lot for some spooky Halloween fun! Our staff had a great time decorating their cars and handing out candy to the kids in our Pre-K program. 🎃👻

10/29/2026

Don't let the YWCA's Holiday Giving deadline give you a jump scare! 👻Sign up TODAY to participate as a cheer sponsor and adopt a wishlist, or volunteer to wrap gifts. 🎁🎄Act fast--sign ups are due October 31!

10/28/2026

👜 Our 19th Annual Pursuit of Justice Purse Auction is just around the corner!

Get ready to bid on dozens of designer handbags, accessories and more at one of our most popular events of the year! With live and silent auctions and bags at every price point, there's something for everyone.

🤔 MYSTERY BAG REVEAL!

Our first live auction bag is here… but can you guess what's inside the box? 👀

Comment with your guess for a chance to win TWO tickets to the Purse Auction! Bonus points if you can guess both the designer AND the actual bag!

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE PURSE AUCTION!
📅 December 3, 2026 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 West Shore Country Club

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now for $75 and include heavy hors d'oeuvres and great networking. Get yours at https://POJ2026.givesmart.com.

Keep watching for more previews of our live and silent auction bags. We can't wait to see you at the Purse Auction!

10/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the YWCA's First Responders Breakfast and 9-Hole Golf Tournament last Friday. We're thankful for the support you show our First Responders every day.

Congratulations to the team from McNees Law who were the winners in our tournament. Our closest to the pin winner was Jim Doyle from the McNees group, the men's longest drive winner was Jeremy Rivers from URL Insurance Group Clients Group Clients and the women's long drive winner was Lisa Stokes of BRP Entertainment.

Thank you to our media sponsor abc27 News for this great Hometown Hero segment. We'd also like to thank our other sponsors: URL Insurance, HB McClure Company, BRP Entertainment, JEM Group, LLC, UPMC Central Pa., D&H Distributing, McNees, Ralph E. Jones, Inc. and Mason-Dixon Restoration.

Clear skies and a clear message for Friday's hometown heroes.

https://www.abc27.com/community/hometown-hero/golf-tournament-raises-funds-for-domestic-violence-response/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_abc27_News

10/26/2026

Don't let the opportunity to participate in the YWCA's Holiday Giving program and spread some joy ghost you this Spooky Season! 👻 We are still in need of volunteers to help sort and wrap gifts the week of December 7-11! 🎁🎄 For more info, visit http://www.ywcahbg.org/events.

Address

1101 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA
17103

Telephone

+17172347931

Website

http://www.ywcahbg.org/

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