This summer, YWCA Columbus invited youth, adults, and staff from across our programs to create original artwork inspired by one powerful question: "What Does Hope Mean to You?"
As we look ahead to our 140th anniversary in 2026, we're celebrating the creativity, resilience, and vision of our community through this special campaign. Each piece below was created with care and heart — scroll down to view the artwork!
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![Abstract watercolor painting with vibrant colors depicting a volcano shape, and a small tree on a rocky cliff in the foreground.]()
"Hope for the Trees" - Jack Poynter (YWCA Kids Place)
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![Two abstract paintings, one with dark, earthy, and colorful splatters, and the other with vibrant rainbow arch stripes on a yellow background.]()
"Inching Along & Rainbow" - Molly Porter (YWCA Staff)
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![Colorful drawing of two flowers, one large pink flower with an orange center and pointed petals, and a smaller purple flower with green sepals and multiple green stamens, on a dark teal background.]()
"Growing" - Tiana Frankenfield (Women's Residency)
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![Colorful abstract painting of an elephant with a yellow crown, set against a grey background.]()
"Elephant" - Khala Wilson (YWCA Staff)
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![Painted mural of a tree with roots, surrounded by white doves, butterflies, a sunset, and hanging swings on a brick wall.]()
"Hope for Balance" - Nichole Maddux (YWCA Staff)
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![A painting of a man holding a smaller figure. There is a large angel figure with white wings, a halo, and a circular floral decoration with pink and blue flowers.]()
“Within Him” - Kacia Harris-Chilton (Volunteer)
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![Colorful mosaic-style diamond artwork of a woman with dark skin, wearing a black dress and jewelry, holding a rainbow umbrella, with a vibrant background of rainbow, yellow, orange, red, green, blue, and black.]()
"Unbothered by the Storm" - Marla K. Morris (Women's Residency)
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![Collage of various photos of people, some smiling, with birthday decorations, and text that says "Our New Hope" and "My Family", including birthday cake and group pictures.]()
"Our New Hope" - Roxy Scruton (Women's Residency)
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![Colorful drawing of a playground with a tree, slide, climbing structure with signs reading 'LOVE,' 'KIND,' 'SMART,' an orange sun, and a heart with words 'EMPOWERMENT,' 'PROGRESS,' 'YWCA KID'S PLACE,' and '160 YRS.']()
"Playground Fun" - Angela Martin (YWCA Staff)
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![A diamond art portrait of a horse with a bridle, using vibrant colors.]()
"Horse" - Terrie Bowsher (Women's Residency)
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![A painting of a woman wearing a wide-brimmed purple hat and a matching purple dress, holding the hat with both hands, against an abstract background with shades of green, beige, and purple.]()
"Windy Day" - Tamara Howard (YWCA Staff)
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![Mixed media collage with galaxy backgrounds, pink and black splatters, floral patterns, and handwritten words 'Sweet Dreams' on a purple background.]()
"Colorscape" - Elle Reynolds (Women's Residency)
The four winning pieces featured below will be included in a special 140th anniversary calendar in 2026 — a tribute to the legacy of YWCA Columbus and the hope we continue to build, together.
Your donation today uplifts the voices and creativity of our community — including youth, women, and families in
YWCA Columbus programs who rely on services like emergency shelter, housing support, education, and empowerment initiatives. By giving, you support artistic expression and help build a future where every story can grow.
Make a gift today — because hope begins with opportunity, and opportunity begins with you.
Thank you to every artist who shared your time, talent, and heart with us. Your creativity brought powerful visions of hope to life, and we’re grateful to celebrate your voice in our community.
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Questions about giving? Our team is here to help!
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Makiva McIntosh
Chief Advancement & Engagement Officer
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Alissa Clouse
Director Of Donor Engagement
614.627.3916
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