The YWCA of Riverside County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice and dignity for all.
10/23/2015
To everyone who attended today's Women of Achievement Luncheon whether as a sponsor, past recipient, supporter, or honoree we thank you. Today’s event gives us hope for the future of the Women’s Empowerment Fund. Nelson Mandela said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” we plan on changing the world.
09/28/2015
MEET THE 2015 WOMAN OF ACHIEVEMENT HONOREES
09/28/2015
05/27/2015
Our 25th Annual Men Who Cook Event was a huge success. Thank you to all the cooks, sponsors, volunteers and attendees who continue to support the mission of the YWCA. A special thank you to our photographer Travis Kaenel Photography . Please feel free to tag yourself in pictures.
05/27/2015
Thank you to all the sponsors, volunteers, cooks and brewers for coming out Saturday to our 25th Annual Men Who Cook event. Such an amazing and fun event! Special congratulations to this years winners for “People's Choice Best Dish” Stronghold Engineering, Inc. and "People's Choice Best Brew" Riverside Home Brew Crew.
04/28/2015
YWCA of Riverside County – Professional Women’s Academy *The Professional Women’s Council Reception is MANDATORY for all Mentors because the Mentors will be introduced. The Women of Achievement Awards Luncheon is not mandatory but we encourage all Mentors to attend and host their Mentee as their guest.
04/22/2015
Thank you to our amazing Men Who Cook Sponsors and Donors - American Medical Response, Riverside Medical Clinic, Stronghold Engineering, Rick Engineering Company, Lucia & Co, CPA's, Beaumont Taco Company, Burrtec, Quality Printing, and Travis Kaenel Photography. This year's event is sure to be a success thanks to all your support!
The YWCA will be accepting applications for the Brown Family Scholarship Fund through March 30, 2015. Apply today at http://www.ywcarivco.org/brown-family-scholarship-fund.
Started by former City of Riverside Mayor Ab Brown in 1990, in conjunction with our annual Men Who Cook fundraiser, the Brown Family Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to female high school students during their pursuit of higher education.
The YWCA awards a minimum of three (3) scholarships of $500 or more on an annual basis; the number of scholarships and the funding awarded is dependent upon donations received in support of the Fund. Each year, a portion of the proceeds raised at the Men Who Cook fundraiser are directly earmarked for Brown Family Scholarships for the following funding year.
We are still accepting cooks and brewers for the upcoming Men Who Cook event on Saturday, May 9th! Reserve your spot today!!!
02/12/2015
The Brown Family Scholarship Fund is now accepting submissions. Are you a female graduating senior attending a Riverside or Alvord Unified School District high school? If so, APPLY TODAY for a college scholarship! Visit us at http://www.ywcarivco.org/brown-family-scholarship-fund/ and submit your application today. Awards will be presented at the 25th Annual Men Who Cook event scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2015.