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YWCA’s Childcare is Feeling Fresh

by Katie Myers The YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County Daycare at the 909 location is getting some pretty exciting improvements. All of our classrooms are getting a facelift. The center and some of our older student cubbies are being painted. Our teachers have...

Begin Your Journey of Health, Wellness, and Fun

YWCA Members, Old and New - by Stephanie Asper Showing up to celebrate personal health and wellness journeys together as a community is part of what makes the YWCA Gettysburg such a special place – and it’s clear that many of you agree! If you’re not one of the...

Welcome back to the back rooms

by Jill Hoko Yes, our back rooms are now fully open! We have appreciated your patience as we worked to repair and renovate. Here’s an up-to-date listing of our designated areas, specially designed to accommodate the diverse needs of our growing...

Stories, science, and our resident author

Danielle Shearer likes science, and she loves her kids. She also enjoys her job, working within the YWCA’s Child Enrichment program. And in her spare time, she’s spun those interests and skills into becoming an author. Danielle’s most recent literary work was a gift...

Melissa Leathery Is New YWCA CEO

The Board of Directors of the YWCA of Gettysburg & Adams County has selected Melissa Leathery as their next CEO, effective August 7, 2023. “On behalf of the YWCA Board of Directors of Gettysburg and Adams County, we are privileged to welcome Melissa to the...

The Rewarding Boarding Experience

by Lyne Aurand All aboard! Getting on board with the YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County’s Board of Directors has truly been fulfilling and heartwarming. I have been a YWCA Board member for five years. It has been one of my most rewarding experiences and ranks nearly...