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For March 2006, take closer look at the YWCA of the Greater Triangle.

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YWCA of the Greater Triangle
www.ywcatriangle.org

Headquarters:
554 E. Hargett St.
Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone: (919) 834-7386

Other location:
1012 Oberlin Rd
Raleigh, NC 27605
(919) 828-3205


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About the YWCA of the Greater Triangle:
Mother & ChildThe YWCA is a safe place for kids after school, a fun place for summer camp, a great place to get fit, and much, much more. The YWCA is also a supportive place for women in transition, an enriching place for seniors, a hopeful place for medically at risk women, and an open place for courageous action that confronts racism. Their programs have benefited women and their families throughout our community - in profound and life-changing ways - every day for the last 83 years.

The Mission of the YWCA:
The Young Women’s Christian Association of the United States of America is a women’s membership movement nourished by its roots in the Christian faith and sustained by the richness of many beliefs and values. Strengthened by diversity, the Association draws together members who strive to create opportunities for women’s growth, leadership and power in order to attain a common vision:

  • Peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.
  • The Association will thrust its collective power toward the elimination of racism wherever it exists and by any means necessary.

How To Help the YWCA of the Greater Triangle:
FamilyJOIN
For only $40 a year, you can be a part of an international movement. Also, as a member you will receive our program and service updates and invitations to special YWCA events.

VOLUNTEER
By becoming a member of the YWCA, you'll have a chance to become a leader. You can learn leadership skills by being on a task force, committee or board. Volunteers are also needed for programs for
school-age child care, seniors, and more. Call (919) 834-7386, ext. 16 for details on how you can volunteer with the YWCA .

GIVE
The YWCA is a member agency of the Triangle United Way. Your financial gift, which is tax deductible, will help the YWCA keep its program affordable and help offer programs for which it receives no fees.

You can also donate items to support the Women in Transition, Golden Oaks seniors, school-age child care, or the Encore Plus breast health education and screening program. See the wish list for these program below.

Art & school supplies: construction paper, crayons, paint & brushes, clay, smocks, pens, pencils, plaster of paris molds, colored chalk, notebook paper, folders, stickers, paper clips, calculators, poster board, AA & AAA batteries, scissors, markers, etc.
Books for children: encyclopedias
Bus passes for residents
Clothing for children: socks, underwear
Cold weather wear for adults & children: hats, gloves, scarves, socks
Cooking utensils and supplies: cookie cutters, pot holders, dish towels, detergent
Drama kit: dress-up clothes & jewelry
Food-related: holiday dishes for residents/seniors holiday party, snacks for children, hot chocolate, canned food
Furniture: inflatable seating, activity tables, chairs, book cases and file cabinets
Games for indoors: puzzles, videos, cards, legos, lock blocks, bean bag toss, and board games
Gift bag items: toiletries, makeup & shampoo samples, gift certificates, phone cards, address books, pens
Linens: pillows, towels, washcloths, single bed sheets
Music-related: children's CDs, cassette tapes, CD Player, radio, toy instruments
Plants: indoor and outdoor
Sports equipment: hoola hoops, basketballs, frisbees, jump ropes, gatorballs, soccer balls and goals, footballs, water polo nets, float & pool toys
Toiletries: toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, shampoo, lotion, facial tissue, soap, combs & brushes

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Please drop off your donations at the front desk of either the Oberlin or Hargett branches. If you wish to direct your gift to a specific program, please make sure your bag is labeled.

POSTED: March 1, 2006