The leaves may be changing, but YWCA Princeton's commitment to eliminating racism and empowering women is stronger than ever! Here's what's happening at YWCA Princeton this September.

The Faces of YWCA Princeton

The last week of August, YWCA Princeton closes the building to participants and students while staff engages in trainings. This year we focused on our three-year Strategic Plan and our preschool staff excitedly refreshed their classrooms in anticipation of their new students. We have added three additional Universal Pre-K classrooms for the Princeton Public School District in two new locations! We can't wait to begin our new school year on Tuesday September 3rd.

103 Women, 103 Ways, 103 Days

In celebration of our 103rd birthday, YWCA Princeton is challenging 103 women (or men, kids, organizations, companies) to each raise $103 in 103 days to support our programs and services.

Not sure how you can raise funds? We have a list of 103 ways you can raise $103!



For more information, please contact Karen Faiman, Chief Advancement Officer at kfaiman@ywcaprinceton.org or (609) 497-2100 x316

We're Hiring!

Earn a Certificate with ESL

Are you looking for a job? Enroll in our Early Childhood Education Certificate course this fall and become employable as assistant pre-school teacher upon graduation. The course, offered by our English as a Second Language Program, takes 3 months to complete. Students will obtain NJCCIS (NJ Childcare Information System) certifications in Basic Health and Safety as well as Mandated Reporter training to work in a daycare or preschool setting as assistant teachers. Registration is open, the course begins September 18. 

On Saturday, September 28, 2024, YWCA Princeton is hosting our Crafts & Cultures Festival from 11-4 pm on the YM/YW fields. Join us in a vibrant celebration of diversity, creativity, and community. There will be performances, artisan crafts, and family-friendly activities that showcase the rich tapestry of our community. This event is not just for fun—it's about coming together to support the YWCA's mission of eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Discover unique handmade crafts, savor global flavors, and connect with people from all walks of life at this must-attend event.

We are seeking sponsors and vendors for this event. For more information, please check out our website.

We have put together a list of resources and in-depth policy reviews on each candidate running for President, as well as those looking to represent our area in the US Senate and House of Representatives. Stop by our page and make sure you are an informed voter this September!

Join YWCA USA at a National Town Hall in Philadelphia

At YWCA, we are on a mission to celebrate the dynamic voices of Gen Z. Leveraging insights from our comprehensive National Survey, the YWomenVote National Town Hall provides a nonpartisan forum for the diverse, impactful opinions of young women, girls and nonbinary young people to influence national discourse and shape effective policy solutions as we approach the 2024 Presidential Election. 

This 3-part program will reach thousands of young people across the country through its livestreamed and live audience components including: 

• A moderated panel discussion among Gen Z women and gender expansive individuals from diverse backgrounds;
• A presidential candidate forum (invitations have been extended to candidates, but have not yet confirmed); and
• Local watch parties with get out the vote (GOTV) activations 

Did we mention that tickets to this event are FREE?