Partner with us!
YWCA has a history of successfully fighting for social justice and leading social change— from voting rights to civil rights, from affordable housing to pay equity, from violence prevention to health care.
Today we deliver programs and services in three key areas: racial justice, women’s economic advancement, and women’s health and safety.
Over the last 10 years, YWCA has grown significantly, deepening its impact by delivering innovative programs that support our core mission. We’ve expanded our geographic reach, launched 15 new programs, renovated our facilities, and built a new emergency domestic violence shelter which doubles the number of survivors that we can serve.
Our impact is even greater because of our collaborations with corporate partners who share our commitment to ending racism and empowering women.
Partner with us today! Your corporate partnership will increase your reputation leadership, increase your social impact, and increase employee engagement.
Together, we can build a win-win-win partnership that will benefit your business, YWCA Evanston North Shore, and the women and families we serve.
How you can partner
YWCA Evanston North Shore serves families throughout Chicagoland with comprehensive domestic violence services, financial education and job training, racial and gender equity workshops, and water safety for children and adults. Support our work by making a gift today!
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There are a variety of YWCA events that provide our partners an opportunity to engage
with constituents made up of clients, board members, and community members. Our events range in size from intimate cocktail gatherings for our board and donors, to our annual Race Against Hate that attracts over 5,000 people each year.
YWCA Evanston/North Shore is always seeking sponsors for our two largest community events, the Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate and YWomen. Sponsors for these events receive a variety of benefits including event tickets, your logo highlighted on our website and social media, and more!
You can also look at our upcoming events and contact us for other ways to get involved!
“In light of the tragic death of Ricky Byrdsong, there is something special about bringing employees together on Father’s Day to demonstrate that love, community, and kindness is more powerful than hate.” – Steve Hagerty, Hagerty Consulting, Race Against Hate Sponsor
Many employers offer matching gift programs through which the company will make a separate gift that is equal, double, or even triple the amount of your gift. You can use the search engine below to see if your company has a matching gift program. It will also direct you to any forms you may need to fill out, and let you know which gifts apply for matching.
You can also contact your company’s Human Resources Department to learn more about your employer’s matching gift program. If available, they will provide you with the necessary forms to be completed and submitted along with your gift. One-time gifts, gifts of securities, and tributes and special gifts are all eligible for matching funds from employers.
We can provide meaningful volunteer opportunities for your employees. Individuals or groups can participate in one-time service days, or ongoing volunteer board service. We are especially interested in matching the skills of your employees with the needs of hose we serve.
These are a few examples of how your company can volunteer:
- Bring your budgeting and accounting knowledge to a financial literacy workshop
- Showcase a new discussion facilitation method at one of our racial equity workshops
- Provide job placement assistance and networking for our workforce development program
- Volunteer at one of our special events
Does your company want to showcase your commitment to antiracism? Or maybe you’re looking for a way to make a statement during Women’s History Month?
Collaborate with us for your next cause marketing campaign!
By donating a portion of your proceeds to YWCA Evanston/North Shore, you will show your customers that you are committed to creating a more just world for women and people of color.
Our Equity Institute team works with businesses and nonprofit organizations to develop strategies for creating more equitable boards and work environments.
Start your company’s equity journey here.
Contact Kathy Slaughter, Chief Development Officer, at kslaughter@ywca-ens.org for more information or fill out the form below!
