Today’s YWCA helps women, and primarily, single mothers, climb out of poverty. In Dallas County, more than 120,000 households are headed by single women. These families are the face of the “Unheard Third” – the 35 percent of American families struggling to afford the basics. Many of these families live just above poverty line, often making them ineligible for public benefits but still in need of assistance.

In 2006-07, the YWCA served more than 6,600 clients through core programs and outreach. The average household income of the YWCA's families is less than $30,000. More importantly, single mothers headed 85 percent of households served, and minorities represent 80 percent of all YWCA clients.

child care and development program
after school club
high quality, affordable child care and after school solutions.

women’s health
free mammograms, diagnostics and case management.

financial empowerment
self-sufficiency through financial literacy and asset development.

young parent program
education, mentoring and referrals for young parents.

nurse-family partnership
intensive nurse home visitation for low-income, first-time mothers.