At YWCA Columbus, we are so grateful for our donors, especially those who have given much over the years. One such donor is the Siemer Family Foundation. The Siemer Family Foundation is guided by Barbara Siemer, who, as a former high school English teacher and community volunteer, believes in supporting programs that benefit children, such… Continue Reading Why We Give: Siemer Family Foundation
Your gift supports the YWCA Columbus as we continue important advocacy work that directly impacts young people and their caregivers, as well as the education and empowerment of young people to create the next wave of social change agents. As a proud supporter of the statewide Family Action Network, YWCA Columbus is empowering mothers, focusing… Continue Reading Your contribution supports opportunities for youth
As the early childhood center director at Safe & Sound, YWCA Columbus’ 5-star Step Up to Quality rated child care program, Kaleena Wiseman is passionate about working with children, especially at-risk kids who have experienced trauma. Working at the Family Center, Kaleena supports families and parents by providing a safe and nurturing environment for kids.… Continue Reading Supporting our Staff: Kaleena Wiseman, Early Childhood Center Director
At YWCA Columbus, we have long believed we have a responsibility to serve those in need in our community. The Champion Companies believes the same. The firm owns and manages about 5,000 apartments across Central Ohio, where its leaders, brother and sister Brian Yeager and Michelle Yeager-Thornton, grew up. As their business has grown, the… Continue Reading Why We Give: The Champion Companies
In our mission to eliminate racism, YWCA Columbus studies the root causes of inequity so that we can combat them. Just as racism underpins so many of our systems—financial, legal, criminal legal system —it also influences our educational systems. In recent months, the news has been full of stories about the controversy over racially focused… Continue Reading Your gift helps us advocate for honesty in education