YWCA Black Hawk County

****Important information for Y’s Kids******

Hudson
First Day of School- August 23rd
First Day of Preschool- September 3rd
Beginning on the first day of school we will be providing both before and after school care. This year we will be in a new location for the afternoons; however, we will remain in the classroom for the mornings where we can still provide a light breakfast for the kiddos. At this time, we will be in the small gym for the afternoons, and you will need to pick up your kiddos from the main doors of the elementary school. If any of this information changes, I will be sure to let you all know! Please call the Hudson Y's Kids phone to get in touch with a site worker in order to drop off and pick up your kiddos, there will be signs posted with the phone number on both the main door and the side door that will be used. We plan to provide the kids with a light breakfast as well as a snack in the afternoons, feel free to send breakfast or a snack from home if you choose.

Cedar Falls
First Day of School- August 23rd
Due to staffing and the early dismissals, there have been some changes regarding care for the first full week of school. On the 23rd we will provide both am and pm care. Beginning the week of the 26th we will provide am Y's Kids but WILL NOT be providing a pm program for the entirety of that week. Billing for this week will be adjusted accordingly, however please reach out if you have any questions. We will resume both am and pm programs on September 3rd. Throughout the school year we plan to provide a light breakfast as well as a snack in the afternoon for the kiddos. Feel free to send your kiddo with breakfast or a snack from home if you choose. Please call the Y's Kids site phone in order to speak with a site worker so they can let you into the building and get your kiddos signed in. Phone numbers for each site will be posted on the door located closest to the programming area.

Waterloo
First Day of School- August 23rd
First Day of Preschool- August 29th
Due to staffing and the early dismissals, there have been some changes regarding care for the first full week of school. On the 23rd we will provide both am and pm care. However, on the 26th and 27th we will only have morning Y's Kids. Beginning on Wednesday, August 28th we will offer both morning and afternoon moving forward. Please call the Y's Kids phone to speak with a staff member in order to get your kiddos signed in and out each day, numbers will be posted at doors nears the programming area. We will be dismissing kiddos to breakfast at 8:20 am each day and will provide the children with a snack each afternoon. Full day care will be offered on days that Waterloo has scheduled no school days, please register for these days at the front desk here at the YW.

PreK Fridays
First PreK Friday- August 30th

Hot Day 🥵 but amazing one for the community! Thanks Peoples Community Health Clinic for letting us join in the Big Tent Event 24’!

📣 Passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? Join our YWCA Y’s Kids Before and After School Childcare Program team! We’re hiring On-Site Supervisors and Program Assistants. Explore our website to learn more about our open positions: https://bit.ly/46ulsnv

Yearly Maintenance🛠️🧽

🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪*Reminder ALL kiddos need to be picked up by noon this Friday 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

🌟 Take action. Inspire change. Join us at YWCA Black Hawk County today! Together, we can empower women, eliminate racism, and change lives. https://bit.ly/47EBoDz

🌟 Our Values 🌟

💪 Courage: We stand strong together, ready to tackle the toughest challenges and create a fair, inclusive society that uplifts everyone.
❤️ Compassion: Listening, learning, and responding—because impacting lives starts with understanding individual needs.
🌎 Commitment: As the world’s oldest and largest multiracial women’s organization, we’ve been leaders for racial justice and women’s empowerment, and we’ll continue to be.

Noon-6 PM TODAY!

Students can complete their sports physical 🩺 🏈🏐🏀TODAY at the ACE-SAP Free Clinic!

🗓️Thursday, July 25th
⏰12-6PM
📍Salvation Army, 207 Logan Ave., Waterloo, IA 50703
🆓No cost!
👍Walk-ins welcome, no appointment required

For more information, 📞 call 319-235-9358 or visit: https://www.allencollege.edu/about-us/community/ace-sap-clinic

As a result of Byrnes Pool's closure, children will now need to be picked up from their designated site locations on Wednesdays. For those at Kingsley, please pick up your children from there, and for those at the YW, please pick up your children from the YW. 🚨🚨

Fiesta! 2024

Discover more information about our Youth and Family Services at YWCA Black Hawk County! From mentorship and leadership development for young girls to multicultural services and English classes, we’re dedicated to empowering youth and strengthening families. https://bit.ly/49Y7a03

📌📌📌Due to weather today, July 10th, swimming at Byrnes is cancelled for the YWCA site. Childcare pick up will be at the YWCA.📌📌📌

🌞🌻 Summer Wellness Tips 🌻🌞

1. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated in the summer heat.
2. Eat Fresh: Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables.
3. Protect Your Skin: Apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30 before heading outdoors.
4. Stay Active: Take advantage of the longer days to get moving. Regular exercise can boost your mood and energy levels.
5. Rest and Relax: Whether it’s reading a book or meditating, taking time to relax is essential for your mental health.

Discover more about our health and wellness programs on our website: https://bit.ly/3RVkxpD

Join us in celebrating National Make a Difference to Children Month. It’s a time to shine a light on the importance of mentorship and positive guidance. Discover how even the smallest actions can have a big impact on a child’s future: https://bit.ly/3xJnzaa

We appreciate our community partner Cedar Valley United Way for their generosity! Without this funding and type of support we wouldn’t be able to provide accessible childcare, healthcare and family services care in our community!

We are excited to announce our community partners for FY2025-2026!

These investments, totaling over $1.3 million , will support 62 programs at 39 local non-profit organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents throughout the Cedar Valley area.

Investments were chosen by Community Impact Team (CIT) volunteers in each of the focus areas after reviewing submitted applications, as well as looking at data addressing community needs to determine how Cedar Valley United Way could make the largest impact with dollars raised, ensuring donors’ hard-earned dollars are put to work where needed most.

Thank you to all of our community partners for your hard work improving lives in the Cedar Valley area. Learn more about our community partners and our collective community impact at https://www.cedarvalleyunitedway.org/partners.

Wishing all of you a fun-filled 4th of July! 🎆

The YWCA Reconnection Campaign is essential to support our community. We’re working towards renovating our building to create a safe, welcoming facility that meets the needs of our community. Your involvement can help us provide a more comfortable, safe space for our children, families, clients, and staff. Let’s build a stronger, more inclusive future together. https://bit.ly/4cogs68

Joyce Levingston, our Executive Director had an amazing opportunity in June to attend a week long conference in Atlanta, GA for the 2024 Leadership and Capacity Building Institute!

From honing leadership skills to activating emotional intelligence as a superpower, and nurturing intergenerational & diverse leaders, the days were jammed packed with speakers, vendors and learning labs workshops that helped our YWCA network of leaders to grow and be inspired. Leaders were motivated with guidance for steering their teams and organizations towards the future with a focus on becoming YWCA Movement leaders!

Unlock your potential with YWCA’s multicultural services and English classes. Learn more about our services in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/3XJdEfg

Join us in our mission at YWCA Black Hawk County: Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women. 🙌 We believe in creating a world of equal opportunities where every woman can rise. Learn more about our mission and how you can be a part of this change. https://bit.ly/3ULRy93

🎉 Happy Juneteenth! 🎉
Today, we commemorate a significant moment in our history - the end of slavery in the United States. This day is a celebration of freedom and a time to reflect on our past while looking forward to a future of equality and justice.

At YWCA, we are dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. https://bit.ly/3ULRy93

This Juneteenth, we invite you to join us in our mission. Learn more about the history of Juneteenth and the importance of this day in our nation’s journey towards equality: https://bit.ly/3RyYmGn
Together, we can make a difference. Together, we can create a world that is just and free for all.

Boost your health and wellness by becoming a YWCA member today! 🏋️‍♀️🧘‍♀️Our memberships offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being. Join us and start your journey towards a healthier you. https://bit.ly/47EBoDz

🌟 Happy Father's Day! 🌟

Today, we celebrate all the incredible fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who have touched our lives. We hope you have an amazing day!

☀ Summer is here and so are your perfect event spaces! From birthday parties to showers, make your summer events unforgettable at YWCA Black Hawk County. Contact us today for more details: https://bit.ly/3K9sTGs

Big 6 today!!! 1st week of Summer Daze has been filled with fun! ☀️🎨🏀🕶️