YWCA St. Joseph

04/27/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in the theme suggestions for summer camp! The top answers were compiled and staff voted on the winning theme! The 2026 summer camp theme will be “Around the World”. Stay tuned for more exiting updates about this year’s summer camp!

04/27/2026

04/24/2026

04/17/2026

Sometimes it’s the smallest things that mean the most.
Yesterday, the Central High School NHS students brought flowers to the women here, and you could feel the impact right away. Smiles, quiet moments, and just a little more light in the room.

It wasn’t just about the flowers. It was about being seen. Being thought of. Being reminded that someone cares.

To these students, thank you for showing up with such kindness. You didn’t just drop something off and leave. You made people feel important today. And that matters more than you know.

We are so grateful for you and the heart you brought with you.

04/13/2026

Join us for YWCA St. Joseph’s 2026 Annual Meeting on Monday, April 27th at 4:00 pm. We will be gathering in the YWCA Terrace Room. Enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and desserts, fellowship, and a celebration of our accomplishments in 2025 and what we look forward to in 2026.

Please email frontoffice@ywcasj.org to RSVP. We hope to see you there and as always, thank you for supporting our mission of empowering women and eliminating racism here at the YWCA!

04/10/2026

Today, YWCA Staff visited Boudreaux's Louisiana Seafood & Steaks for our April edition of LUNCH ON A MISSION!

Boudreaux's operates under the ownership of Dee Marriott and brings the bold flavors of Louisiana to Downtown St. Joseph with a menu rooted in authentic Cajun cuisine. Known for its seafood, steaks, and signature dishes like jambalaya, gumbo, and fried alligator, the restaurant offers a unique dining experience with Bourbon Street vibes. We also got to check out our Sexual Assault Awareness Month display, which Boudreaux's is so kindly hosting!



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About Lunch On A Mission:
Each month, we feature a local restaurant owned by women and/or underrepresented communities for a staff lunch as a meaningful extension of YWCA's mission to eliminate racism & empower women 🧡Follow along and support these eateries with us!

04/01/2026

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and we are kicking things off by getting out into our community.

We are so excited to partner with Boudreaux’s Downtown to start important conversations, raise awareness, and remind people that support is always here.

This month is about more than awareness. It is about standing with survivors, listening without judgment, and creating a community where no one has to carry their story alone.

Come join us on Thursday, 04/02/26 at 6 PM for Unmasking the Silence. This evening is about creating space, lifting voices, and showing survivors they are seen, heard, and supported.

If you see us out and about, come say hi. Wear teal. Share the message. Be part of the change.

Together, we act. Together, we learn. Together, we support.

03/27/2026

We have had a busy couple of days out in the community.
Yesterday, we joined the Altec Women’s Health Fair, and today we had the honor of attending the Veterans Event at Missouri Western State University.
From women taking time to focus on their health to veterans who have given so much, it was a powerful reminder of why showing up matters.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to visit with us. We are so grateful to be part of this community

03/19/2026

It’s time to nominate the women and employers of Saint Joseph and neighboring communities for their achievements! Nominees and winners will be honored at the 25th Annual Women of Excellence Awards Luncheon & Fundraiser on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at St. Joseph Civic Arena.Completed nominations can ...

03/19/2026

Submit your nominations by tomorrow! 👉 https://www.ywcasj.org/woe-nominations

Have you submitted your nominations yet? 🤔 Tomorrow is the deadline!

https://www.ywcasj.org/woe-nominations