Our Stories, Your Impact

We must support each other and be intentional in helping those around us…

especially our neighbors who are most vulnerable…

Carillon wrote you a letter…

Carillon has been a dedicated volunteer at the YWCA Columbus Family Center since 2023, witnessing firsthand the power of community support and resilience. She is calling on fellow changemakers to step up and make a difference—supporting families in our Columbus community and creating a more equitable future.
Will you join the movement?

Read the full letter

The YWCA Columbus Family Center offers essential support to families without homes, providing safety, meals, and resources like job assistance and childcare. This essential space empowers parents to rebuild their lives and create a better future for themselves and their children.

Your donation uplifts volunteers like Carillon to make a real impact in the lives of our Columbus neighbors. This work depends on your support to continue.


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Questions about giving? Our team is here to help!

  • Makiva McIntosh

    Makiva McIntosh

    Chief Advancement & Engagement Officer
    614.627.1203

    Email Makiva
  • Alissa Clouse

    Alissa Clouse

    Director Of Donor Engagement
    614.627.3916

    EMAIL ALISSA

  • Is this donation tax deductible?
    YWCA Columbus is a publicly supported organization as described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and our Taxpayer Identification Number (EIN) is #31-4379597. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep this donation receipt as your official record. No goods or services were received in consideration of such donation.

    Is my donation secure?
    Absolutely. The security and confidentiality of your information is a high priority. We use Blackbaud to protect your credit card information, when used according to manufacturer’s instructions. Blackbaud encrypts personal and credit card information during all transactions and sends an automated confirmation email for all transactions.

    Do you trade or sell contact lists?
    No. From time to time we may share information from a collaborator or partner. However, we will do this ourselves and never provide for others.

    How else can I make a gift to YWCA Columbus?
    YWCA Columbus accepts donations by way of check, credit card, and stock transfer. To discuss donation opportunities, please contact the Office of Advancement at 614-627-1203.

    Mail may be sent to:
    Office of Advancement
    YWCA Columbus
    65 South Fourth Street
    Columbus, OH 43215

  • Download our 2023 Impact Report | View form 990

  • Ready to spread the word? Download shareable assets for the campaign here!