YWCA South Hampton Roads annual report fy15

for every woman

Strong Foundation,

Fearless Future 2014-15 ANNUAL REPORT

Strong Foundation Dreams are the seeds of change. Nothing ever grows without a seed, and nothing ever changes without a dream.

– Debby Boone

The cover design was rendered in honor of the “Tree Mural” installed in April 2015 at the TCC Portsmouth Child Development Center (featured here). Leisa Arrington, Interior Designer, owner of Proverbial Interior Design Solutions in Norfolk, Virginia and Cathy Cox, Principal Artist and Owner of BRUSHSTROKES, Inc. teamed together with the YWCA to create an inspiring and motivational mural that embodies the YWCA vision for a strong foundation as we prepare children for kindergarten and a fearless future that encourages and inspires them to dream big! Learn more about Proverbial at www.proverbialids.com

104 Years Board of Directors

Dear Friends: On behalf of the board of directors and staff of the YWCA South Hampton Roads, we are pleased to present this annual report on the activities of our organization from July 1, 2014 to June 30, 2015. The year, much like the past two years, represented a time of transformational growth and change for the YWCA!

2014-2015

Carol Ormond, President

Andrea Bear, 1st Vice President and President-Elect

Cindy Black 2nd Vice President

Martha Clowdsley, Secretary

Cathy Harris, CPA Treasurer

Barbara Hamm Lee, Immediate Past President

Elaina Blanks-Green, Esq. Sharon Clemons Wanda Cooper, Esq.

Tara Corrigall Janet Covington Gloria Dana

During the last fiscal year, our organization continued to build upon our “Strong Foundation, Fearless Future” vision by strengthening our comprehensive, integrated approach to delivering services that benefit women and promote racial justice. With support from strategic partners, we fully launched new initiatives, including the TCC Child Development Centers operated by the YWCA South Hampton Roads, that help women and families experience a greater sense of empowerment. We started the process of transitioning our Emergency Shelter and Housing Model to align with national best practices that maximize positive outcomes for women and children. Further, we began the process of planning for and preparing to seed an endowment that would provide ongoing financial support for our programs and capital improvement initiatives. With the increased media attention, throughout the last year, on issues impacting women and communities of color, the YWCA also played an integral role in facilitating community conversations focused on racial justice and equality for all individuals.

Our “Strong Foundation, Fearless Future” vision was solidified during the year not simply through our programmatic efforts, but also through the formulation of a new strategic plan that will support the organization’s mission, “eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.” Over the next year, as the initiatives of our strategic plan are implemented, it will become clear that the YWCA is on a mission!

We extend our deepest gratitude to our volunteers, donors and champions for their unwavering support of the YWCA. With each act of service and generosity, you helped the YWCA build the strong foundation necessary to ensure a fearless future for women, girls and families throughout the South Hampton Roads community. We are excited about the opportunities ahead to strengthen our efforts and continue demonstrating what change looks like. Thank you, in advance, for your continued support of our mission, programs and movement!

Kelli Davis Kathleen Gardner Denise Howard Tricia Hudson Cynthia Innis Arminda Israel. Ed.M. Caroline McCartney

Yours in Service,

Carol Ormond

Ruth T. Jones, Executive Director

Carol Ormond, Board President

Pansy McKenzie Morton Karen Munden Dr. Jeanne Natali Dr. Brenda Neumon Lewis Toiya Sosa Nicole Stuart Honorable Ramona D. Taylor Ruth T. Jones, MSW (Ex-Officio)

Ruth T. Jones, MSW Executive Director

Carol Ormond Board President

Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and

promoting peace, justice freedom and dignity for all.

Who We Are

The YWCA is the oldest and largest multicultural women’s organization in the world. The YWCA is the voice for every woman. For over 100 years, the YWCA South Hampton Roads has been at the forefront of most social movements in the United States—from voting rights, to civil rights, to pay equity; from violence prevention to childcare initiatives. We provide safe places for women and girls, build strong women leaders, and advocate for women’s rights.

Our mission to eliminate racism and empower women is connected to a network of YWCA’s in small towns and major cities across the U.S., offering women of all ages leadership opportunities, job training, life skills, support groups, shelters for safety and recovery, wellness resources and programs focused on empowering women and girls.

Without the YWCA South Hampton Roads, who would women and children turn to for help when dealing with an abusive situation? Our presence in the community is vital for those that don’t have the means to get out of a devastating living situation. The YWCA is an organization for every woman who stands up for justice, and every woman who stands by her side. Our organization is an organization for every woman who walks away from abuse, and every woman who clears a path for her. For more information about how you can provide support for every woman who comes to the YWCA seeking assistance, visit us at www.ywca-shr.org.

1899

The Phillis Wheatley YWCA was founded, becoming the first YWCA in South Hampton Roads.

1911

The Girls Home of Norfolk received its national charter and became the Central YWCA.

1915

The first interracial conference was held by the YWCA USA. In 1925 the Phillis Wheatley YWCA and Central YWCA began collaborating in our local area.

1919 1972

The Central YWCA moved to 300 Freemason Street in downtown Norfolk.

The YWCA South Hampton Roads was formed, merging the Central YWCA and the Phillis Wheatley YWCA.

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The YWCA South Hampton Roads was formed, merging the Central YWCA and the Phillis Wheatley YWCA.

1972

The YWCA Kids Before and After School Childcare program was established to prevent “latch-key kid” situations.

1986

In response to the beating 1992 of Rodney King, the YWCA National Day of Commitment to Eliminating Racism, now known as Stand Against Racism Day began.

The YWCA South Hampton Roads moved to 5215 Colley Avenue.

2002

The CDF Freedom Schools of Norfolk program was launched in partnership with Union United Church of Christ and the Children’s Defense Fund. The program allows youth to improve literacy while connecting their culture, cultivating self-esteem and bridging the gap between the needs of families and local resources.

2012

The Rapid Re-Housing program was implemented to extend our continuum of housing services and move households from emergency shelter into permanent housing within 30 days.

2012

The YWCA South Hampton Roads Emergency Shelter and Housing Program began op er at ing under a new, s c at t er ed- s it e m odel.”

2015

The YWCA South Hampton Roads made a bold move to prepare for our “fearless future”. We placed our Colley Avenue administrative building up for sale and prepared to move our administrative offices to our McNeal Avenue building in Norfolk.”

2015

1979

T h e Wo m e n I n C r i s i s emergency shelter opened for victims of domestic violence and their children.

1989

The first Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon was held.

2000 Response Sexual Assault

Support Services officially merged with the YWCA to provide support, counseling and advocacy to victims of sexual assault in South Hampton Roads.

2011

Cent ennial C ircle was established to commemorate 100 years of ser vice by YWCA South Hampton Roads. 100 women raised $100,000, providing critical resources for improvements to our emergency shelter and support for operating expenses. The circle grows beyond 100 women today.

2011

To meet the needs of the community, we expanded beyond the traditional services we had always offered to sexual assault and domestic iolence survivors, and out of Response grew the YWCA Counseling Center. The Counseling Center was established to serve the mental health needs of the community as a whole by accepting insurance and offering an affordable flat fee.

2013

The YWCA South Hampton Roads established a partnership with Tidewater Community College to operate four new child development centers in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Virginia Beach and Chesapeake that prepare children for school. The first center opened in January 2014.

2013

The YWCA South Hampton Roads leveraged its first AmeriCorps grant to provide remediation and tutoring to 3rd-5th grade program participants, helping them advance in math and reading t h r o u g h t h e c r e a t i o n a n d implementation of ser vice-learning projects.

GROWTH

“Consider a tree for a moment. As beautiful as trees are to look at, we don’t see what goes on underground - as they grow roots. Trees must develop deep roots in order to grow strong and produce their beauty. But we don’t see the roots.

We just see and enjoy the beauty. In much the same way, what goes on inside of us is like the roots of a tree.”

-Joyce Meyer

Women’s Services NEW EMERGENCY SHELTER AND HOUSING PROGRAM MODEL

SERVICES: •

Food, clothing & transportation assistance

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Childcare assistance

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Life skills, financial literacy, job readiness and placement services

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Comprehensive mental health counseling

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Legal Advocacy

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24-Hour Hotline

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Rent and utility assistance

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Landlord advocacy

After years of operating a congregate emergency shelter,

YWCA’s Transitional Housing and Rapid Re-Housing Programs if

IMPACT:

they came into shelter first; causing individuals and families to

dren escaping domestic violence

come into shelter unnecessarily, and sometimes resulted

of residents exiting the shelter who transition into permanent housing

the YWCA Emergency Shelter and Housing Program will be operating under a new, scattered-site model. Under the old model, victims of interpersonal violence could only access the

in decreased access to YWCA housing ser vices because the family chose not to come into shelter. In the coming year, the YWCA Emergency Shelter will provide shelter to only those in imminent danger of harm. We decided to make the transition knowing that we will be able to assist

11,839 Nights of emergency shelter provided to women & chil74%

16,751 Bed nights provided through our Transitional Housing

Program

65 program participants served through the Transitional Housing Program

straight into their own safe, affordable housing, while also

32 heads of households and assisted a total of 105 program participants (43 adults and 62 children) Provided Rental Assistance in the amount of $2,500 per

providing safety planning, legal advocacy to petition for

household for 2.5 months on average

an individual or family for a longer period of time as they plan to safely leave their current situation and hopefully move

Rapidly Re-Housed

protective orders, counseling to reduce trauma symptoms, self-sufficiency services to improve finances or employment, housing coordination to obtain a safe place to live, and childcare.

“The YWCA enabled me to make the fearless decision to start my life over again.” – Kezia Hendricks Photo courtesy of KenneWalker Photographer www.kennewalker.com

SEXUAL ASSAULT SUPPORT SERVICES AND COUNSELING CENTER One out of every five women in our community is sexually assaulted in her lifetime. Our program meets the needs of men and women by providing comprehensive mental health counseling and support services. The main office in Norfolk offers support to satellite locations; recognizing a need for expanded services and increased access in underserved communities, satellite offices were maintained in Portsmouth, Suffolk, Virginia Beach and Norfolk in FY15. Support services include hospital accompaniment, short and long-term counseling, support groups, and legal advocacy for victims of rape and personal violence. Through our outreach efforts we were able to educate more community members than ever before with a focus on military service members and college freshman; those at highest risk for sexual violence.

The YWCA SHR sexual assault support services continues to be the model in Virginia as the largest and most comprehensive sexual assault crisis center.

Our partnership with the Garden Of Hope Community Development Corporation continues to provide free counseling services for individuals in the community coming out of the Second Chances program, (these individuals are non-violent offenders re-entering into the community after incarceration).

SERVICES: •

Comprehensive mental health counseling and support services for individuals, couples and support groups.

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Agency coordinated Sexual Assault Response Teams (SART’s) in Chesapeake, Franklin, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Virginia Beach as well as a military SART.

IMPACT: • 916 clients participated in 2440 sessions.

• 132 victims and 36 secondary victims of sexual assault received hospital accompaniment.

The YWCA currently has a wide variety of support groups meeting the needs in the community. We have a domestic violence support group, a sexual assault support group, children’s group and parenting group. These groups are open and free to the public.

THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES The 2015 presentation of “The Vagina Monologues”, an episodic play written by Eve Ensler was organized and produced by the Old Dominion University Women’s Center in support of the YWCA’s Sexual Assault Support Services and Counseling Center. The benefit production is staged annually as a part of the worldwide ‘V-Day” Movement to raise funds for local organizations working to end violence against women.

IMPACT: The Old Dominion University Women’s Center for the YWCA during raised over the 2015 production. Our Executive Director, Ruth Jones was a cast member and presented a monologue entitled: “My Short Skirt”.

$4,000

OUTREACH AND EDUCATION PROGRAM

The Outreach Program at the YWCA operates our 24-hour Crisis Hotline, provides legal advocacy services, and coordinates outreach education presentations, including volunteer training. In the interest of connecting YWCA clients with as many of our services as necessary and to support the changes in our service delivery model, our wonderful volunteers received additional training throughout FY15, ensuring a seamless transition in providing YWCA crisis callers with the resources they needed. Additionally, the YWCA launched a billboard campaign to reach new clients. Hospital accompaniment, legal advocacy, community outreach and education, and a 24-Hour hotline providing resources and referrals for individuals who are victims of sexual and domestic violence continue to enable the YWCA to more fully assess client safety by implementing the LAP (Lethality Assessment Protocol).

IMPACT: • 400

Protective Order assists

• 689 outreach events, including allied professional training, community engagement, and training sessions.

• 12,160 individuals educated through violence prevention and outreach services. This increase is attributed to the increased number of interns we had in FY15;

22 interns (vs 13 in the

previous year) which allowed us to grant more outreach requests.

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24-Hour Hotline calls received from individuals affected by sexual assault and domestic violence:

9,727. The

increased number of hotline calls is due to the billboard marketing campaign we launched and illustrates the efficacy of our outreach efforts.

RESOURCE CENTER

The YWCA has been providing services through the Resource Center for over 1 year now. The center houses professional members of our team that support the Emergency Shelter and Housing Programs. Within the Resource Center, women can directly access housing coordinators, clinical counselors, legal advocates, support groups and a computer lab. The Resource Center is essential to providing a comprehensive and integrated approach to service delivery

RESPITE CHILDCARE AND YOUTH E N RICHMENT SERVICES

Respite Childcare and Youth Enrichment Services is a unique crisis program designed for victims of domestic and sexual violence, residing in emergency shelter, and/ or participating in YWCA programs and services. The program allows time away from parental pressures so they may seek and receive supports that are essential to recovery. Respite Childcare helps victims reduce stress, support family stability, prevent abuse and neglect and minimize the need for out-of-home placement of children. Children ages 0-12, receive care in a safe, nurturing environment designed with age appropriate activities that foster the cognitive and social development of each child. The program received a $15,000 grant from the Family and Children’s Trust Fund of Virginia to support the staffing costs for this free resource to clients.

SERVICES: •

On-site childcare for mothers in our Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing and Rapid Re-Housing programs.

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Youth enrichment activities, tutoring, academic enrichment and weekly outings.

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Age and developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 0-12 years old.

IMPACT: • 137

children participated in Respite Childcare

• 7700.83 hours of Respite Childcare provided to Women’s Services Clients.

• 98 adult victims accessed Respite Childcare.

Youth Services OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME SERVICES

Out-Of-School Times Services provides childcare through Before and After School and Summer Clubhouse Programs at four elementary schools in Norfolk. The program provides homework assistance and activities to enhance social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills for children ages 3-12. The United Way of South Hampton Roads supports the program through an annual allocation that enables us to provide a sliding fee tuition based on each family’s annual income. The AmeriCorps grant from the Virginia Department of Social Services was refunded for a second year to engage AmeriCorps Members with children for improved academic proficiency and engagement through service-learning.

IMPACT: • •

Number of children served through our recreationally based OST childcare services:

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265

Number of meals provided through partnership with Norfolk Public Schools Child Nutrition Services:

43,000

•• Percentage of Military/Veteran families served: 25%.

•• 76% of participating students maintained at least a

“C” or better on their report grades for Math and English.

IMPACT: 41

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Number of children served:

Number of children served who improved their math or reading grades:

35

•• 90% of the children served during the year showed improvement in proficiency levels for Reading and 80% showed improvement in Math

Photo courtesy of KenneWalker Photographer - www.kennewalker.com

AMERICORPS Since our first program service year, YWCA AmeriCorps Members have been involved in and conducted several activities within the program.

The YWCA AmeriCorps Service-Learning Program engages with 3rd – 5th grade program participants to help them achieve proficiency in reading and/or math. We also aide the children in the creation and implementation of service-learning projects. The AmeriCorps members are responsible for making sure that each service-learning project has the characteristics of service-learning (according to the National Service-Learning Clearinghouse) and that the project has clear, direct links to the public school curriculum and general learning goals.

•• 25 children improved their attitudes towards school and learning

IMPACT: •

Number of children served through our Child Development Centers:

•

TCC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

In response to a growing need for childcare among low-income, parenting students attending college to further their education and career opportunities, the YWCA established a partnership with Tidewater Community College (TCC) to operate four Child Development Centers in Portsmouth, Norfolk, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach and by the Fall of 2014 all four centers became fully licensed through the state of Virginia Department of Social Services. The TCC Child Development Centers operated by the YWCA South Hampton Roads serve as laboratories for early childhood education and vehicles for enabling low-income parents to access quality childcare while obtaining a post-secondary education.

The Centers develop the whole child - educationally, cognitively, emotionally, socially and physically through the implementation of an inquiry- based curriculum that expands critical thinking and school readiness. The program received a $20,000 grant from the United Way Women’s Leadership Council to purchase critical learning supplies and install a community mural (featured on the cover of this report). The program also received $10,000 in funding from the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, Community Leadership Partners to support program start-up costs.

Percentage of participants receiving subsidized tuition rates:

•

185

92%

Percentage of participants considered low-income according to the Federal Poverty guidelines:

•

72%

Number of women able to pursue education and/or obtain and retain employment:

136

SERVICES: •

Full and part-day preschool options for children ages 2 ½ - 5 years old.

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After-School care for children ages 5-12 years old.

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Partial scholarships funded through TCC financial aid to subsidize the cost of childcare.

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Drop-In care for enrolled participants.

2ND ANNUAL MOTHER DAUGHTER TEA The YWCA South Hampton Roads held its 2nd Annual Mother-Daughter Tea at the Greenbrier Country Club on May 2, 2015. Over 130 mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts and friends came together to sip tea and celebrate, uplift and support women and girls; and to help them find the strength to face challenges with confidence, the wisdom to choose their battles carefully and the compassion to help someone else along the way. Dr. Nancy Welch, Director of the Chesapeake Health Department was our keynote speaker.

- TCC Child Development Center Parent, Jeneann Boyd and daughter, Ashia

CDF FREEDOM SCHOOLS OF NORFOLK

Proudly rooted in the American Civil Rights Movement and the courageous efforts of college students to make a difference, the CDF Freedom Schools of Norfolk provides quality out-of-school time enrichment for children and youth ages 5-14 that boosts motivation to read, develops positive attitudes toward learning, cultivates self-esteem and connects the needs of families to local resources. Through a partnership with Union United Church of Christ for the 3rd year, we offer energetic learning environments with purpose and high expectations for six weeks in the summer. This year, Freedom Schools of Norfolk partnered with Norfolk Public School’s Jacox Elementary to host the program.

IMPACT:50

•• Number of youth served: scholars. students returned to the program from the •• 35 previous year.

•• 50 total students were promoted to the next •

grade level after completing program.

All students increased the cumulative GPA by one letter grade.

Eliminating Racism COMMUNITY FORUM: “RESPECT – SURVIVING A POLICE ENCOUNTER” A forum was held on October 1st 2014 at Regent University to discuss the subject.

A total of 96 people attended the forum, and many community leaders spoke and addressed the issues involved in citizen-police encounters and their solutions on these issues. Panelists included, Virginia Beach Police Chief Jim Cervera; Chesapeake Police Chief Kelvin Wright; Newport News Police Chief Richard Myers; Chief Michael Goldsmith; Rev. Dr. Kirk T. Houston, Sr. and Delegate Daun Sessoms Hester.

The panel discussion was moderated by Ramona Taylor, former Judge with the Virginia Beach Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and co-sponsored by Saint Leo University.”

MIX-IT-UP AT LUNCH!

The YWCA South Hampton Roads hosted its 5th Annual Mix-It-Up at Lunch on November 13, 2014.

A national campaign founded and launched by the Southern Poverty Law Center’s Teaching Tolerance project over a decade ago, Mix It Up at Lunch Day encourages community members to identify, question and cross social boundaries.

STAND AGAINST RACISM Every April, the YWCA South Hampton Roads joins other organizations and individuals across the country to facilitate a meaningful experience to raise awareness that racism still exists in our community and that it can no longer be ignored or tolerated. In 2015, the YWCA South Hampton Roads hosted a Community Conversation about the Freedom Riders. A panel made up of educators, historians and students responded to discussion moderated by Barbara Hamm-Lee of WHRO.

Empowering Women

4TH ANNUAL WALK-A-MILE IN HER SHOES On April 23, 2015, the YWCA South Hampton Roads partnered with MacArthur Center Mall to hold its 5th Annual Walk-AMile in Her Shoes event. The purpose of the event is to engage men in our community to stand with us against rape, sexual assault and gender-based violence. Led by influential men that we call Grand Marshals, approximately 150 men (and women) donned high-heeled shoes and walked alongside one another in a light-hearted attempt to bring awareness to the very serious issue of sexual and interpersonal violence and its impact on our community.

This year’s Grand Marshals: Bob Batcher, Dan Bannister, Michael Goldsmith, Tom Hasty, Mark Johnson, Ty Lorenzo, Kevin O’Conner, Danny Rubin, Jeff Wise and Jim Wofford led the annual march

1 in 4 women in the United States have been the victim of physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime

BRIDES AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BRIDAL AUCTION AND FUNDRAISER The YWCA partnered with House of Maya Bridal Salons, LLC and the City of Norfolk to host this inaugural event on June 7, 2015 at the Harrison Opera House. The purpose was to empower women and bring awareness to the alarming fact that 1 out of every 4 women will be affected by domestic violence in their lifetime.

The Event, which was chaired by Maya Holihan with Honorary Chair and City of Norfolk Vice Mayor Angelia Williams Graves, included a bridal auction of 30 designer wedding gowns and accessories, a community fair featuring information on health and wellness, financial literacy and homeownership, a Beauty Bar with free make-overs, as well as an Empowerment Seminar and panel discussion moderated by Barbara Hamm Lee.

27TH ANNUAL WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARDS LUNCHEON Each year, we honor women from all walks of life that have achieved, overcome and blazed a trail for other women through their professional leadership, volunteer efforts, and civic involvement. This year, we couldn’t be more excited to introduce such a talented and diverse group of Honorees. The accomplishments of this year’s Honorees range from the cancer sur vivor who inspires others to find their voices to an organizational leader who inspires individuals to dream big and explore their talents through film making and entertainment.

On Thursday, March 26, 2015 at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott, we celebrated the achievements of these 13 women from our community who epitomize the YWCA mission: “eliminating racism, empowering women.” Almost 500 friends and supporters of the YWCA gathered to celebrate our 2015 Women of Distinction honorees.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR HONOREES! ARTS: Gail Easley, Crispus Attucks Cultural Center BUSINESS: Laurel Quarberg & Sarah Munford, The New Leaf COMMUNICATIONS: Dr. Wanda Brockington, Norfolk State University EDUCATION: Ivory Warren, Tidewater Community College FINANCE: Shirley Baldwin, Wall Einhorn, & Chernitzer PC GOVERNMENT: Denise Goode, Office of U.S. Senator Mark R. Warner LAW: Lisa Smith, Community Volunteer MEDICINE: Sandra Olanitori, Norfolk State University MILITARY: Lt. Gen. Frances C. Wilson, Ed.D., USMC (Retired) NON-PROFIT: Lynne Seagle, Hope House Foundation SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY: Angela Duke, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital VOLUNTEERISM: Monica Brothers, Still Hope Foundation

SPONSORS: PRESENTING SPONSOR

PLATINUM SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSOR

SILVER SPONSOR

BRONZE SPONSOR

1ST ANNUAL “MEN WHO EMPOWER” TAILGATE PARTY AND COOK-OFF! The purpose of this event was to engage men in the community to take a stand against domestic violence and join our organization in raising awareness about a critical issue impacting women, children and families. The event was held on Saturday, October 25th, 2014 at the Old Dominion University Ainslie Game Day Building. We honored 8 men from our community who work to empower others, particularly women. Congratulations again to Tony Brothers, James Gray, Mark Johnson, Danny Kline, Frederick N. Quarles, Jon Reyes, Douglas Smith and Michael Steel.

“ONE MAN CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE”, CAMPAIGN KICK-OFF & PANEL DISCUSSION Held at Regent University on October 2, 2014 The Honorable Tanya Bullock, Chief Judge, 2nd Judicial District Virginia Beach Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court served as the Panel Moderator for this event. The purpose of the event was to make the community aware of how often domestic violence occurs in our community and to raise awareness of services that can help victims. The event allowed the community to have an open discussion about the issues facing women today. The campaign launch included a viewing of four PSA’s that were developed in collaboration with numerous volunteers and stakeholders, such as Delceno Miles and The Miles Agency.

VOLUNTEERISM

Service is the rent we pay for living.” – Marian Wright Edelman

ANNUAL UNITED WAY “DAY OF CARING” Each year, the United Way South Hampton Roads brings volunteer groups together with organizations to promote the spirit of volunteerism, increase awareness of local human service organization and demonstrate how people working together for the common good can accomplish great things.

SENTARA LEIGH CARES!

AMAZING ADVOCATES DYNAMIC DIVA’s & MASONIC RIDERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB, NORFOLK CHAPTER

The staff of Sentara Leigh Hospital completed a landscaping project and provided various home goods for families of the Emergency Shelter and Housing Programs.

The Dynamic DIVA’s and the Masonic Riders Motorcycle Club, Norfolk Chapter hosted a Holiday Dinner for the children and families of the Emergency Shelter in November 2014. The motorcycle club also “rode domestic violence out of town” with annual in-kind initiatives and a cash donation totaling more than $2,000!

PHILANTHROPY GIVING CIRCLES Giving Circles demonstrate the strength and power of women to impact the lives of other women through social network philanthropy, while cultivating the spirit of giving among emerging female leaders.

With a goal of raising $5,000 or more, each YWCA Giving Circle Leader personally contributes at least $250 and mobilizes friends to match her gift. The Giving Circles also implement other creative methods to raise funds and make a collective impact on the community.

DIVA GIVING CIRCLE

FIRST LADIES GIVING CIRCLE

PHENOMENAL GIVING CIRCLE

Co-Leaders: Pansy Morton and Denise Goode

Co-Leaders: Christy Hunt and Tiffany Williams

Leader: Andrea Harrell

Major FY15 Project: Planned and hosted the Diva Legends Brunch on Saturday, April 25, 2015.

Influential women came together in philanthropy to benefit all YWCA programs and services. The Giving Circle also reprised the Annual Diva Pool Party for the 9th year, to raise awareness and funds. There were numerous cash contributions and a program beneficiary shared her success story.

Major FY15 Project: Organized and co-hosted a “Zumbathon!” on Saturday, June 13, 2015 with the Phenomenal Giving Circle. The event helped to raise awareness about domestic violence. 1 in 4 of women worldwide will experience domestic/dating violence in their lifetime. Participants and sponsors raised awareness and funds for every 4 minutes of Zumba.

Major FY15 Project: Planned and implemented a household items drive to collect housewarming baskets for women transitioning from the shelter to permanent housing. They also organized and co-hosted a “Zumbathon!” on Saturday, June 13, 2015 with the First Ladies Giving Circle.

Contributors

CENTENNIAL CIRCLE The Centennial Circle was established in 2011 to commemorate 100 years of service by the YWCA South Hampton Roads. During its first year of conception, 100 women joined the circle and set a goal of raising $100,000. The initial funds provided support for critical improvements needed for our emergency and transitional housing facilities and helped to offset operational costs during a time when we were experiencing significant cuts from traditional funding sources. The circle has now grown beyond its original 100 women and continues to create a legacy of our work in Eliminating Racism and Empowering Women. These women exemplify our mission and their commitment to the YWCA, and through their dedication bring a promise of support and hope for years to come. As expected in any transformational journey, the YWCA South Hampton Roads is experiencing growth and revitalization in support of our dynamic vision for a strong foundation, fearless future and we are revitalizing our endeavors for support from the women who lead the way. The YWCA’s Centennial Circle has transformed into a “society” of men and women alike who donate $250 or more to the YWCA South Hampton Roads annually. Through increased partnerships with donors, volunteers and strategic stakeholders, we harvest the potential to build upon our accomplishments from the past and expand critical programs and services. The goal of our programs are to promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all individuals, particularly those who are most disadvantaged in our neighborhoods & communities.

$50,000 and above Anonymous United Way of South Hampton Roads

$20,000 to $49,000 Goode, Susan and David Norfolk Southern Foundation Virginia Housing and Development Authority

$10,000 to $19,999 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Dominion Virginia Power GEICO Hampton Roads Community Foundation Landmark Communications Foundation Moorman, Bonnie and Charles Squires, Karen and James

$5,000 to $9,999 AAA of Tidewater Bank of America Clowdsley, Martha Harris, Catherine Kramer, Anne and Edward Kramer, Richard McLeod, Helen and John Tyler, III Ormond, Carol and Alan Paull, Ambrose Dalzell PNC Bank Rathbone, Elizabeth SunTrust Wall, Einhorn & Chernitzer

$2,500 to $4,999 Affordable Canvas Bear, Andrea Callaway, Elyse City of Norfolk Covington Contracting, Inc. Dana, Gloria Farm Fresh Charitable Foundation Farrell, Lynne and Paul FedEx Hampton Roads Transit MacArthur Center McCartney, Caroline Old Dominion University Women’s Center Old Point National Bank St. Leo University Top Guard Security, Inc. Wells Fargo White, Catharine and Preston

$1,000 to $2,499 Batson, Joanne

Beckman, Lisa Brown, Deborah Butler, Deborah Chapel of Hope Chrysler Museum Collins, Nancy Corrigall, Tara Covington, Janet and Joe Crew Hampton Roads, Inc. Curtis, Kim Danner, Mona Dickerson, Marianne and Douglas DoTopia Dragas Management Corp Earhart, Cindy Estate of Marian Nordin Gutterman Gamma Xi Uplift Foundation Gardner, Kathleen Greco, Vicky Hamm Lee, Barbara Jerry J. Wilson Memorial Fund Jones, Ruth Kalman & Company, Inc. Katsias, Katherine Kaufman & Canoles Kelley, Kirkland Mannix, Dolly Masonic Riders Motorcycle Club Norfolk Chapter Mastracco, Suzanne and Vincent Morris, Christine Morton, Pansy and Willie Munford, Sarah and Laurel Quarberg Natali, Norma and Elmo Payday Payroll Services Reeves Mahoney Rigell, Teri and Scott Schwab Charitable Fund Sentara Healthcare Short, Jane and Win Smith, Lisa and Maurice Jones Stearns, Deborah and David Still Hope Foundation Sumner Bell, Susan and J. The Miles Agency The Treasure Shop The Women’s Center at TCC Ticatch, Marian Tidewater Home Funding, LLC TowneBank Waitzer, Leah Warner, Mark Warren, J. E. Wash, Anthony Wetsel, Lawrence Wilson, Frances and Edward Heuer

CONTRIBUTORS $500 TO $999

Bank of Hampton Roads Blanks-Green, Elaina Black, Cindy Chapman-Hunt, Christy Clark, Donetta Dukas, Maryanne and Sander Franklin, Suzanne Garris-Bright, Linda Goodwyn, Sharon Gray, Daniel Grier-Smith, Beverly Hair Kingdom Hampton Roads BankShares Hampton Roads Pride Helfant-Browning, Dorcas Hope House Foundation Ipock, Stephanie Jackson, Catherine Natali, Jeanne Neumon Lewis, Brenda New Calvary Baptist Church Old Dominion University Old Dominion University Starving Artists Roach, William Settle, Audrey and John Shiloh Baptist Church Smith, Douglas St. Peters Episcopal Church VA Community Colleges Association Virginia Wesleyan College Waypoint Advisors Wiggins, Carolyn Williams Mullen

UP TO $499 AAUW of Virginia Accomack-Northampton Alumnae Chapter Adams, Christina Addison, Deborah Addison, T. Alarcon Alexis Alexander, Jeannette Allen, Ashley Allen-Benson, Avanti Almond, Angela Amerson, Serena Anderfuren, Mariana Anderson, Judith Anderson, Sandra Anonymous Arcand, Laura Armstrong, Laura Armstrong, Lenora Askew, Alvita

Astrop, Belinda Atlantic Dominion Distributors Augustus, Myriel and George BAE Systems Bagley, Sherri Bailey, Carla Baiocco, John Baker, Teresa Bakkar, Michelle Baldwin , David Baldwin, Shirley Banks, Lorri Barksday, Marika Barner, Pansy Barnes, Linda Barnes, Monica Barnes, Shirley Barowich, Edward Barrett, Kathryn Battle, Constance Batts, Ayonda Beard, Susannah Beers, Charles Bellamy, Sheena Benn, Priscilla Benson, James Bentley, Tierney Berkeley, Karen Bernet, Carter Bey, Doris Beye, Katherine Biggs, H. Wayne Black, Lenora Blake, Vivian Bland, Rita Blanton, Jerelen Blue, Patricia Bolling, Frances Bonnewell, Deborah and Gary Boomer, Brianna Boone, Angela Boone, Gloria Booth, Dwayla Booth, Phyllis Bose, Jarrett Bostic, Ellen and Haywood Boston, Brenda Bottley, Kim Bottley, Kimberly Bowen, Beverly Bowman, Judith Briesacher, Roseann Bright, Julie Brinson, Sherri Brockington, Wanda Brookins, Rilene

Brothers, Jeanette and David Brothers, William Brown, Cherry Brown, Desiree Brown, Eric Brown, Harriett Brown, Janna Brown, Jennia Brown, Jennifer Brown, L.M. Brown, Laytoya Brown, Lisa Brown, M. S. & T.J. Brown, Michelle Brown, Nicole Brown, Patricia Brown, Sandra Brown, Shirley Brown, Yvonne Bryant, Diane Bryant, Jodi Bullion, Kyllie Burroughs, Melissa Burwell, Stephen Buster, Billie-Jeanne Butler, Cynthia Butler, Melissa Butts, Eleanor Byrd, Vermelle Cabatic, Jonathan Cabler, Kathleen Caldwell, Ingrid Calhoun, Denise California Pizza Kitchen at MacArthur Center Call, Ryan Campbell, Arlene Campbell, Bryan Canyers, Cressondra Carpenter, Vincent Carr, Gwendolyn Cartwright, Sandy Caruso, Alethia Carver, Maria Cassada, J. Cavanaugh, Lorraine Cephus, Keith Charity, Grace Chupik, Elizabeth Claiborne, LaShawn Clark, D. A. Clark, Lawand Clement, Erlin Clemons, Sharon Cobb, Linda Cohodas, Nadine Colden, Joyce

UP TO $499 CONTINUED Coleman, Alexis Conner, Anne Conner , Brian Conyers, Joice Cookson, Julianne Cooper , Audrey Cooper , Bettie Cooper, Colondra Cooper Law Firm Copeland, Catina Copeland, Charles Copeland, Kathryn Copeland, Vanessa Coplon, Susan Corcoran, Jr., Andrew Cordell, Cheran Corphrew, Rhonda Court One Corporation Coyle, Betty Wade Creighton, Jennifer Creighton-Barney, Deseria Crispus Attucks Cultural Center Crocker, Eunice and Clifton Crocker, Nellie Cromartie, Jean Cruz, Antonio Cruz, Jeff Cuffee, Connie Cupit, Hope Dabney, Norvis Dalton, Cathy Daluisio, Cindy Dargon , Danah Dary, Nora Davis, David Davis, Jennie Davis, Kathy and Kenneth Davis, Melissa Davis Wilkins, Alicia Dawkins, Syreeta Dawson, Donna Decker, Phillip Desou, Chantal Desouza, Beverly Desrouilleres, Carla Details on Granby Diawatan, Dennis Dickens, Stephanie and Gerald Dickerson, Denise Dickerson, Kimberly Dowdy, Lynne Dozier. Jr., William Draughn, Chad Drewrey, Marilyn

Driver, Maresa Drummond, Anthony Dudley, Amy Dupee, Betty Dwyer, Robert Eason, Deidre and Janice Edge, Patricia and Mary Edwards, Betty Eller, Jayna Exum, Tonya Faulcon, Cynthia Faulcon, Nettie Fauntleroy, Valerie Fenton, Tonesia Fikes, Raynese Fink, Travis Fish, Jennifer Fitzgerald, Phyllis Fleming, Rolanda Fletcher, Tonya Flowers, Ellalee and Gary Fluharty, Amanda Ford, Lisa Ford, Ronda Fortune, Tawana Fox, Charlene Fredericksburg Area Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Friedman, Inger and Brian Friends of Farinholt Frink, Ronald Frizzell, Pace Furlong Gross, Cheryl Galanko, Paulette and William Galloway, Karla Gamma Sigma Gant, Alease Garden of Hope, Inc. Garner Lauren Garzieri, Christine Geocaris, Jessica George, Amelia George , Blair Germanotta, Marcy Gilchrist, Gloria Giffin, Shelia Giles, Quenton Gill, Carlton Gina Grant Enterprises Inc. Gipson, Michael Girardin, Joni Goines, Marie and William Goldburg, Mary Goldman, Jane Goldsmith, Michael Gonzales, Aliyah

Gonzales, Eugenio Gooden, Vincent Goodmayn, Patrell Goodson, Aredenia Goodson, Steven Goodwin, Gregory Gordon, Elizabeth Gordon, Reba Gordon, Steven Gore, Velendez Gorham-Whitley, Ester Gourdine, Ann Grace Bridge Baptist Church Grant, Almeria and Keith Grant, Velvet Grase, Jeanette Gray, Dana Gray, James GRC Wireless, Inc. Great Bridge Baptist church Gregory, Dennis Griffin, Cheryl and James Griffin, Sharon Grimes , Shari Gross, Laura and Fredric Gunter, Annie Gustavson, Greta Hager, Donna Hahn, Cami Hairston, Carolyn Hall, Doris Hall, Mary Hall, Tiffany Ham, Tammy Hamilton, Susan Hamza, Kasam Hankins Worthy, Eboni Hanna, Michael Hansley, Deba Hardie, Blondell Hargrove, Patricia Harmond, Donna Harrell, Andrea Harrell, Manisha Harrington, Shannon Harris, Fredricka & Eric Harris, Gloria Harris, Gina & Warren Harrison, Ryan Harrison, Shelia Harrod, LaBarbara Hart, Betty Hartman, Sally and Ronald Hasty, J.T. Hasty, Lori Hasty, Thomas

UP TO $499 CONTINUED Hatche, Vernet Hawkins, Jocelyn Hawkins, Vida Hayes, Charlotte Heard, Markita Heidenreich, Ute Heigl, Jennifer Henry, Carol Hester, Vivian Hicks, M. Higgins, John Hilton, Youlander Hines, Esther Hodge, Ashlie Hoecker, Marc Hoffler, Duanne Holden, Renee Holder, Hon Holdings, Ivor Holihan, Maya Holland, Helivi Holland, Kelley Holloman, Andrea Holloman, Rose Holmes, Elizabeth Holmes, Patricia Holton, Kayla Holton, Linda Hood, Barbara and Anthony Hotaling, Diane Houston, Kirk Howard, Denise Howard, Michelle Howard, Nancy Hudson, Brenda Hudson, Tricia Hundley, Lynn Hunger , Leah Hunt, Sheila Hunter, Anita Hunter, Evelyn Husselbee, Karen Hutchinson, Sandy & Leon Hyman, Evelyn Hymanson, Rick Ieng, Sonarak Inniss Real Estate Co Israel, Arminda Ivey, Kathleen Jackson, Jamie Jackson, Kanata Jackson, Melissa Jackson, Tracy Jacobs Miller, Reba

Jacocks, Catherine James, Beverly James, Leanna James, Mariana Jean-Gilles, Carline Jefferson, Faith Jefferson-Fitzgerald, Debra Jeffries , Andria Jenkins , Denise Jenkot, Virginia Jennings, Jo Ann Jessup, Valeria Jill, Rise Johnson, B.T. & P.H. Johnson, Grindly Johnson, Kelly Johnson, Kendra Johnson, Lytia Johnson, Monet Johnson, Paula JoJo’s Little Black Dress, LLC Jones, Cheryl Jones, Debra Jones, Devitta Jones, Glenn Jones, Holly Jones, Kamil Jones, Sally and Milton Jones, Warren Jones-Randle, Daughn Jowers, Valencia Joyner, Jeneen Juice Bar Kanoyton, Gaylene Kaplan, Paul Kavanaugh, John Kayet, Steven Keene, Brenda Kellan, Brenda Keon, Kimberly Kessler-Keller, Tracy Kimber, Eulica Kinchen , Blair King, Kathy King Boyd, Lilian Kledzik, Mary Jean and Ronald Kline, Danny Kline, Lillian Kloskin, LoRain Knecht, John Knox, Meddie Koelsch, Wendy Korroch , Robert Kruis, Elizabeth Labidi, Orgia Laibstain, Linda

Lamb, Valerie Lambert, Carolyn LaShae, Cartina Latta, Adrien Layne, Peggy and Aubrey Lee, Denise Lee, Gale Lewis, Cynthia Lewis, Janessa Lewis, Linda Liggio, Mary Pat Lightsy, Pamela Little, Margaret Livas, Nicole Long, Mary and Alan Loomis, Julia and David Lowman, Laura Lucas, Carlyn Lucas-Burke, Lisa Lumsden, Lo Lundy, Allen Lynch, Adreia Mabe, Chris Malloy, Goldie Mandelberg, Rosalin Maqrbach, Jeff Marble-Howard, Margaret Marcus, Robert Marin, Kelli Marshall, Bennie Martin, Sandra Martin-Davis, Patricia Mason Memorial Church Massenburg, Deborah Mastin, Reynold Mathews, Michael Mayes, Norlisa Maynard, Patricia McAdoo, Clarissa McAninley, Krista McCane, B. L. McCollum, Fredericka and Gary McCray, Wanda McCullogh, Michael McDade, Kalerta McDonald-Johnson, Sydney McElrath, Sylvia McFarland, Annette McFarland, Margo and Robert McGowan, J. H. McKeithan, Sonya and Lloyd McLauren, Toni McMillon, Tracey McNamee, Seamus McQueen, Michelle Melvin-Jones, Joyce

Mensia, Nita Merritt, Johnetta Meyers Keeling, Debra Miles, Theresa & Darryl Miller, Katrina Miller, Karisa and Thorpe Miller, Willie Milligan, June Mister Cleaners Mitchell, Jeffrey Mobley, Regina Mobley-Burke, Janine Monarch Restaurant Monroe, Annette Moody, Jennifer Moore, Adria Moore, Carol Moore, Kay and Garold Moore, Tonya Morgan , Annie Morris, Andra Morris, Theresa Mosby Caralyn Munden, Karen Mundon, Ashley Murtha, Denise Murphy , Cassandra Murphy , Legh Myers, S.L. & D.W. Nak, Pech Nance, Iris and Benford Nash, Leah Naudziunas, Paula Nelson, Matthew Nesbitt, Amber Nesbitt, Emma New Testament Church Newby, Maria Newby-Alexander, Cassandra Newman, Alisha Newsome, Deandrea Nichols, Breon Nicholson, David Nixon, Stacy and Justin Nolan, Vicki Norfolk Federation of Teachers Norfolk Southern Corp Trust Account Norvell, Tenisha Oard, Donna Ocasio, Judith O’Conner Brewing Co. O’Connor, Brian O’Connor, William O’Keeter, Ellen Olanitori, Sandra Olivieri, Maureen and Richard

Olson, Teresa Omega Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. Omega Marketing LLC Omole, Adeleke Ortiz, Stacy Osbourne, Denise Owen, Sequoia Owens, Nettie Owens, Virginia Owes, Doris Page, Emmaline Page, Terri Parker, Lauren Parrish, Carissa Pasicarlos, Rey Patel, Harish Patterson, David Payne, Deidre Pearson, Yolanda and George Pearson, Gwendolyn and Warren Pearson, Michael Pegram, Gilda Penerton, Kim Perkins , Amanda Perkins , Cynthia Perkins , Panekala Perkins , Tonya Perry, Susan Peters, Stephen Peters, Teresa Pettaway, Kissie Pettis, Thelma Pfitzner, Jennifer Phillips, Maxine Phillips, Pamela Pine, Cynthia Pine, Kristen Pitts, Patricia Poole, Eva Pope, Renay and Harold Pope, J.I. & W.E. Porter, Robert Potter, Curley Prever, Beth Priest, Karen and Joshua Proctor, Maymie Purnell, LaVon Puryear, Suzanne Quarles, Frederick Quinniey, Verlaine Randall, Tanaela Raoust Harbin, Deborah Rascoe, Felita Rawls, Lucynthia Rawls, Patricia

Rearden, Cathy Reed, Lisa Reinhart, Tiffany Revels, Lyvonnia Reyes, Jon Reynolds, Allan Richardson, Jason Richardson, Pecora Richendollar, Sylvia Rickard, Amy Rickard, Patrick Riddick , Kimberly Ridenhour, Kent Ripley, Kirsten Rivers, Felecia Roach, Jean Roberts, Alice Roberts, Angela Roberts, Apryl Robertson, Clay Robertson, Peggie Robinson, Lashawn and Angelo Robinson, Ida Robinson, Linda Robinson, Yvette Rodgers, Johnny Rodriquez, Susan Roe, Jae Ross, Beverly Ross, Marilyn Roth, Geraldine Roulo, Denise Roulo, Matthew Royster, Kenyatta Rubin, Daniel Rudisill, Philip Ruiz, Joseph Russel, Paula Rybt, Teresa Saclolo, Gabriel Saclolo, Paul Samuel, Robert Samuels, Keisha and Jason Sanchez, Virginia Sandelier, Angela Sanders , Neke Sasser, Shirley Saunders, Brie Saunders Murphy, Pollie Saunders-Goldson, Sherri Savage, Sherry Scales, Maureen Scott, Judith Scott, Nicquita Scott, Teresa Searcy, Kevin

UP TO $499 CONTINUED Seddon, Dorinda Semones, Courtney Sentz, Catrina Serda, January Shambley, Joyce Shealy, Angela Shearin, Marian and H.B. Shegog, Maxine Shepard, Roxanne and Barry Sheperd, Marie Shipman, Arnetha Shivar, Donna Shorte, M.M. and C.J. Simmons, Lydia and James Simmons-Canty, Willie Simon, Gloria Simpson, Cynthia Singh, Jagdish and Amarjit WooHoo Sistahs Sledge, Margert Slonaker, Mary Small-Sisco, Erika Smartmouth Brewing Company Smith, Dannette Smith, Elaine Smith, Gladys Smith, Jacqueline Smith, Lashara Smith, Lois Smith, Paula Smith, Robert Smith, Shannon Smith, Shirley Smith, Sophronia Smith, Sunny Snyders , Cathryn Sobieski, Connie Sosa, Toiya Southall, Ashia Sparks, Yvonne Speight, Mary Spells, Doretha and Albert Spells, Mary Spence, Cheryl Squire, Patricia Stamps, Kathryn Stanley, Capri Stanley, Craig Staples, Joyce Starner, Laura Stein, Sonia Stephenson, Karen Stewart, Sarah Stith, Aita and Darrell

Stith, Tevera Stockton, M.C. and C.A. Stokes, Angie Story, Ann and Stephen Strayhorn, Louisa Strickland, Stacy Stuart, Nicole and Christopher Suedmeyer-Buller, Julie Sullius, Ron Summers, Lesley Summers, Rochelle Summerville, Regina Swann, Alexis Swindel , Ashley Tanana, Matthew Tarver, Nicole Taylor, Ramona Taylor, Wanda The Benevity Community Impact Fund The KBD Group Theisz, Carla Thomas , Alberta Thomas , Brenee Thomas , Gailyn Thomas , Marcelle Thomas , Monique Thomas , Yolanda Thornhill, Karyn Thweatt, Shante Tidewater Community College Tidewater Jewish Foundation Tiller, Barry Todd, Belinda Tompkins, Brendan Torrance, Leondre Truong, Teresa Tucker, Deborah Tucker, Lynette Tupper, Julie Turner, Donna Turner, Kim Turntine Insurance Tyler, Melanie Tysinger, Denise Tysinger, Denise & Mark United Methodist Women of Oaklette Methodist Church United Way Suncoast Upton-Cook, Kathleen Vick, Tina Viola, Erica Vitale, Jr., Salvatore Wade, Jatia Walker, Arlene Walker, Barbara Walker, Dyanne

Walker, Gentry Walker, Jaclyn Walker, Linda Wallace , Charlene Wallace , Tameka Walsh, Neil Walters, Michelle Walton, Joy Waltz, Lynn Ward, Kimberly Ward, Natale Ward-Vincent, Kimberly Warren, Andrea and Samuel Washington, Alveta Washington, Eleanor Washington, Ida Washington, Kathleen Washington, Sabrina Wass, Catherine Waters, Susan and George Watkins, Derrick Watkins, Gwendolyn Watson, Shirley Weatheroy, Natasha Weber, Catherine Webster, Jane and Samuel Weekley, Regina Welch, Nancy Welfam, LLC. Wells, Linda White, Danielle White, Edith White, Karen White, Runita White Geurtin, Annie Whitfield, Glendolyn Whitney, Candise Wiggins, Jacquelyne Wiggins-Pettman, Vicki Wiggs, Mary Wilgus, Doris Williams, Anita Williams, Bernita Williams, Frances Williams, J.L., III and A.M. Williams, Kendrick Williams, Leah Williams, Mary Williams, Robin Williams, Tiffany Williams, Vivian Williams, Wanda Williams, Y. G. Williams, Yvonne Williams-Bethea, Candice Williford, Kim

Wilson, Byron Wilson, Heather Wilson, Karen Wilson, Sheila Wilson, Thomila Wingfield, Kristie Winmush, Jane S. and F. Blair Winters, Laura and Hal Withers , Sharon Withers McNeal, Dorris Wofford, Jim Wolfe, Rochelle Wood, Dorothy and James Wood, Sandra Woodley-Richard, Rosa Woodruff, Jeremy Wyatt, Thelma Wynn, Sean Wynn, Tuenika Yarn, Laurice Young, Tynika Young-Wiggins, Margo Zelenka, David

CONTRIBUTORS & SUPPORTERS Additional Event Sponsors

Men Who Empower Tailgate Party & Cook-off

Walk-A-Mile in Her Shoes

Mother-Daughter Tea

Brides Against Domestic Violence: Bridal Auction and Fundraiser

Fiscal Support

“Only by giving are you able to receive more than you already have” -Jim Rohn

FINANCIAL OVERVIEW

For the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014 and ending June 30, 2015.

REVENUES: $2,434,294.87

EXPENSES: *$2,634,205.57

9%

Contributions

82%

Program Services:

6%

Special Events

14%

Management:

4%

Foundation Grants

4%

Development:

12%

United Way

40%

Government Grants

28%

Program Fees

1%

Other

*In FY15, the YWCA South Hampton Roads made a significant investment in launching fully licensed and operational Child Development Centers on each of the four Tidewater Community College campuses. Towards our goal for a “Fearless Future”, the TCC Child Development Centers operated by the YWCA South Hampton Roads, serve as laboratories for early childhood education and vehicles for enabling low-income parents to access quality childcare while obtaining a post-secondary education. The partnership with TCC is designed to have collective impact on educational attainment which is highly correlated with a region’s quality of life, workforce preparedness and economic potential.

THIS IS WHAT CHANGE LOOKS LIKE Dear Ruth, I haven’t reached out to you in a while, but I felt led to touch base with you to let you know that I’m doing well and I can finally smile! I’m at the point where I can confidently stare at myself in the mirror and say, “I love you!” I was never able to do that before. As I type this message, I’m holding back the tears, but this time, they are tears of joy. I’m so thankful and blessed for our sorority because if it had not been for Founders Day, I never would have heard your story. I’m thankful to you as my sister, as well as your being the Executive Director of the YWCA. You introduced me to Miss Lenora and now I can finally say that I’m happy. I am FINALLY ready and able to move forward with my life. Honestly, the YWCA was my last stop before death. I felt I couldn’t “do” the counseling thing again and have it not help. I told Miss Lenora that my deadline was June 30, 2015. That was it! If I was still depressed on June 30, I was done and I was going to end my life. I can honestly say that that is no longer the case. I finally feel equipped with the tools and strategies I need to move forward. I am thankful for “group.” It normalized so many things for me! My reactions...my mom’s reactions...my emotions...shame, guilt, frustration...I no longer felt alone. Unfortunately, we all had to endure such horrific trauma, but it was a comfort to be in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

So...the tears are slowly coming out and I am overcome with joy, so I’m going to stop here. I honestly could go on and on... but instead, I’m going to end with this...If there is ever a time where you wonder if you, your work, or the YWCA is making a difference, just read this message and be assured that the YWCA saved me and changed my life!

Peace and blessings to you and the YWCA! ~K. Hall

On January 17, 2015, the women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosted their Annual Founders Day Celebration for the Tidewater region. As a public service initiative spearheaded by the Chesapeake-Virginia Beach Chapter, the local sorority chapters collectively raised more than $10,000 in support of the YWCA Emergency Shelter and Housing Program for victims of domestic violence. In addition to raising funds, they invited sorority member and YWCA Executive Director Ruth Jones to speak about the YWCA and “why the W makes a difference” in the organization’s movement to serve as a voice for every woman. In a matter of merely moments, lives were touched and individuals were compelled to act on behalf of their mothers, sisters, friends and themselves.

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