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My Women of Influence by Nancy Lilley
My first woman of influence was my mother, Sumiko Koide Walker, who instilled in me a great work ethic and empathy for others. She sent me to school every day with the admonition, “Be good, work hard, and be nice.” And when I say every day, I mean every single day....
My Women of Influence by Carrie Soliday
When I was a young girl, I was very shy. However, when the opportunity arose, I asked a lot of questions. My first women of influence were my aunts. Sandy, Dot, Mary, Shelby, and Elaine were always delighted to see me and answered my endless questions. Other women of...
Resuscitating The Spirit of Gettysburg
For 2024, the YWCA is getting creative to bring back this community tradition. Gather your family and friends to make a plan to run the race virtually. Racers will download an app and use the app to show they completed a 5K route of their choosing. All participants...
YWCA launches Hallmark Sponsorship Campaign
by Beth Kanagy The YWCA of Gettysburg and Adams County is celebrating 95 years of service to Adams County. We know that the community values the YWCA, not just for the facility: the pool, the gym, and the classrooms, but for the social interaction and the...
Spring, When All Things Are Nearly New
by Amy Beck Are you someone with lots of children's items that you think is time for them to find a new home? Or are you someone who needs children's items but does not want to spend the full price at a store? We may be able to help. The Spring Nearly...
YWCA CEO resigns, leadership group is named
YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County CEO Melissa Leathery has submitted her resignation, and the YW has named an interim leadership team. The team includes YWCA Advocacy Director Nancy Lilley, Board Chair Lyne Aurand, Vice Chair Julie Haller, board members Linda Raymond...
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