YWCA of the Niagara Frontier, Inc.

For more than 100 years, the YWCA has been dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women. In 2015, the YWCA of the Niagara Frontier was formed through the merger of YWCA Tonawanda's and YWCA of Niagara. Together, we are now able to assist survivors of domestic violence in all walks of life throughout the entire Niagara Frontier.

This year, all Give716 donations will go to support Carolyn's House. Carolyn's House is a 19-apartment residence with on-site support services for women and children. Located in Niagara Falls, it is home to women and children across Niagara County. Carolyn’s House is designed to empower residents to transition from homelessness to a dignified, safe future. Most women and children entering Carolyn’s House have experienced trauma including domestic violence and/or sexual assault, financial challenges, substance abuse or incarceration. Supportive housing services at Carolyn’s House (including employment and training, case management, counseling, financial literacy etc.) give women in crisis the time to develop skills and increase their confidence and allow for a safe and successful integration back into the community. Our children's programs aim to help children gain a positive self-image, engage in learning activities that stimulate their natural curiosity, develop friendships and learn to relate to others with respect.

Over 600 women and children have found refuge and a path to dignity over the last 16 years at Carolyn’s House. Carolyn’s House was named in memory of Niagara Falls Community Advocate Carolyn Van Schaik who assisted the YWCA in applying for funding for the adaptive reuse of the historic building now housing Carolyn’s House.

To learn more about Carolyn's House and our other YWCA programs, call 716.433.6714 or visit www.ywcaniagarafrontier.org.

The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.