St. Susan Center will remain in the Gateway Center. The Center’s Board of Directors voted on the decision after “months of careful evaluation and financial analysis” to remain at its longtime home in the Gateway Center at 31 Water Street and to … [Read more...]
COI, STEL, YWCA Jamestown Receiving Additional Funding Toward Housing
Three local organizations will receive funding to help people who are experiencing homelessness remain stably housed. $63 million in grants awarded through the New York State Supportive Housing Program (NYSSHP) are going to 130 supportive housing … [Read more...]
YWCA Jamestown’s Colden Night Of The Year Set For Feb. 28
The YWCA Jamestown will be participating in the Coldest Night of the Year event on Saturday, February 28. The family-friendly walk supports the YWCA Jamestown's Empower Her Housing Program which provides transitional housing and housing navigation … [Read more...]
YWCA Jamestown Is Receiving $100,000 For EmpowerU Leadership Summit
The YWCA Jamestown has received a $100,000 grant for its EmpowerU Leadership Summit. The funding comes from the NYS Office for Cannabis Management’s Community Reinvestment Program. The grants, funded by tax revenue from the state’s more than $2 … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – YWCA Jamestown Book Club – September 4, 2025
The YWCA Jamestown is starting a Social Justice Book Club in October that will focus on the book, "White Women: Everything You Already Know About Your Own Racism and How to Do Better” by Regina Jackson and Saira Rao. … [Read more...]
YWCA Jamestown Starting Book Club That Focuses On Conversations Around Race, Equity, Collective Growth
The YWCA Jamestown is starting a book club in October that will focus on meaningful conversations around race, equity, and collective growth. Executive Director Amanda Gesing said the club is building off the success of the Chautauqua Book Read … [Read more...]
9 Organizations Receive Funding From St. Luke’s Thrift Shop
Nine organizations are receiving allocations to support vulnerable populations in Jamestown. The St. Luke’s Thrift Shop Board approved nearly $20,000 at its July board meeting. The all-volunteer run Thrift Shop, located in a former house for … [Read more...]
YWCA Jamestown Seeking Nominations For Women Of Achievement Awards
The YWCA Jamestown is seeking nominations for the 28th Annual Women of Achievement Awards. The awards dinner will be held Friday, August 1 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron. The event honors women in Chautauqua County whose professional, … [Read more...]
Youth Resource Fair To Be Held at GA Services Wednesday
A “Real” Game of Life Resource Fair will be hosted for youth this Wednesday in Jamestown. The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services, in collaboration with Gustavus Adolphus (GA) Family Services, YWCA Jamestown, and … [Read more...]
YWCA Jamestown Hosting 3rd Annual Coldest Night of The Year Walk on Saturday
YWCA Jamestown is hosting their 3rd Annual Coldest Night of the Year walk this Saturday. The walk, which includes a 2K and 5K option, will take place from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., starting at the YWCA's facility on North Main Street. YWCA Project … [Read more...]
