YWCA Events
In addition to sharing and educating about domestic violence in our community, we host signature events that uplift inspiring survivors who’ve transformed their own lives and elevate community individuals who’ve shaped lives of empowerment.
YWCA Chocolate for Change
This drop-in lunchtime event features charitable businesses and individuals coming together in support of YWCA each September. Area restaurants, businesses, and bakers donate a variety of sweet treats and chili, and an online silent auction full of items donated by our generous community raises vital funds for our mission.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
YWCAs and other service providers unite nationwide to raise awareness about the cycle of violence each October. Locally, in our mission to respond to the needs of survivors of violence, we raise awareness with a focus on violence prevention and work to mobilize our community against violence.
Holidays at YWCA
The holidays bring forth an outpouring of kindness and generosity from our community! Whether adopting a family, filling a home with hope, or stuffing the bus, our generous supporters ensure no holiday passes without joy or celebration for women and children served by YWCA Cass Clay.
Giving Hearts Day
Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour fundraising event for charities in North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. This annual giving day in February inspires the Fargo-Moorhead community (residents and businesses alike) to support local nonprofits.
Champions of Empowerment
At this annual luncheon held each February on Giving Hearts Day, YWCA shares how supporters help advance our mission. Attendees learn about YWCA’s opportunities and goals for the upcoming year and hear an inspiring story of a woman empowered in her journey by YWCA. Exceptional supporters who have gone above and beyond are recognized with YWCA Friend Awards.
Until Justice Just Is
This annual racial justice campaign takes place throughout the month of April and features the YWCA Racial Justice Challenge. YWCAs across the network work to eliminate racism by hosting the challenge and other events and initiatives.
YWCA Women of the Year
YWCA Women of the Year has honored over 2,000 inspiring community members since 1973 at this widely recognized event held each April. Community Partners receive complimentary tickets and are invited to join us in celebrating the women and organizations whose passion and services inspire others and positively shape our community. Nominations for Women of the Year open each January.
Cherries for Charity
For over 40 years, Hornbacher’s has hosted Cherries for Charity in July benefitting YWCA Cass Clay and RACC of Fargo-Moorhead. YWCA volunteers and staff help serve samples at Hornbacher’s locations across the community with a portion of all proceeds supporting the work of YWCA Cass Clay.