Women come to us in times of crisis, as survivors of domestic violence. They are young and old; they are of many cultures, races, languages, and faiths; they are gay and straight. They come alone and they come with children. They come for safe refuge. They come for restraining orders. They come for counseling. They come for a variety of reasons. But they come. And they leave with a renewed spirit, new skills, and stronger lives.

The YWCA Monterey County creates and provides comprehensive long-term solutions to end domestic violence and prejudice while promoting emotional and economically healthy women and families.

Upcoming Events

Birdies for Charity®
Looking for a fun way to give back to the community?  Support us in the Birdies for Charity® fundraiser for the AT&T Pebble Beach National
Pro-Am golf  tournament taking place February
11-14, 2010.    
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In the News

Thank you to all who made our first annual Women of Food and Wine: A Harvest of Care fundraiser a success! The inaugural event helped to raise over $10,000 for the Lawson Safe House, the only confidentially- located shelter for women fleeing domestic violence in Monterey County. 
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Volunteer Spotlight

We are fortunate to have volunteers from the community give of their time and talents. We would like to acknowledge the following volunteer for his/her generosity.

Dawn Cope

Find out how much Dawn has done for the YWCA.     
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