Media Advisory
May 17, 2010

YWCA of Minneapolis earns national recognition from NAEYC

The YWCA Downtown Children's Center has been identified as an Engaging Diverse Families exemplary program by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) - the nation's leading organization of early childhood professionals. The YWCA Early Childhood Education program is one of only ten programs nationwide to receive this honor.

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
May 6, 2010

Luncheon Celebrates Women Leaders

14th Annual YWCA Circle of Women luncheon attracts 1,200+ to celebrate and support the work of the YWCA. Event includes a silent auction of the latest styles in purses and handbags and a special orange carpet Runway Show styled by Jon Charles Pure Salon.

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
February 3, 2010

YWCA Youth Honored at State Capital

Youth participants in the YWCA Strong Fast Fit program for Latino Youth were honored for their commitment to fitness and nutrition. The youth and their families participate in the culturally specific program at the YWCA.

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
January 15, 2010

Early start, strong finish.

nearly 300 children, teachers, parents and advocates marched in support of early childhood education awareness month at the YWCA of Minneapolis.

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
September 28, 2009

Urban Youth Take Part in Medtronic Twin Cities 5K and Diana Pierce Family Mile

More than 125 youth will participate in Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon weekend events. Youth have been training with YWCA personal trainers and fitness staff and will participate in the 5K and Diana Pierce Family Mile runs. Youth are participants in YWCA community programs.

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Press Release
September 9, 2009

Hmong Youth Honored at Governor's Mansion
Nineteen Hmong youth from the YWCA of Minneapolis Girls & Youth programs were honored with a Red Wagon Award for increased academic achievement, civic engagement & service, and exemplary leadership.

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
September 2, 2009

New Minneapolis Fitness Craze Has Navy Seals Origin
New TRX® Suspension Training® at YWCA of Minneapolis

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Press Release
September 1, 2009

YWCA Announces New Board Chair
New Chair brings passion for diversity to leadership role

Velma Korbel, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights, is the new YWCA of Minneapolis Board Chair. Korbel was elected Board Chair at the August 25th YWCA Board meeting.

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Press Release
February 18, 2009

Day-long workshop breaks down stereotypes, exposes girls to nontraditional jobs
9th Annual YWCA Power Girls event on Saturday, February 21

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Press Release
February 5, 2009

YWCA Women's Triathlon Honored at State Capital
Registration opens for Second Annual YWCA Women's Triathlon

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
February 2, 2009

Renovation Helps Uptown Gym Go Green
Expanded fitness space at Uptown YWCA includes energy efficient upgrades.

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
January 6, 2009

YWCA of Minneapolis Announces Chief Advancement Officer
New position will help increase the organization's capacity to serve Twin Cities community

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
January 5, 2009

Minneapolis Children to Brave Cold in March Down Nicollet Mall
YWCA children, teachers and community advocates to raise awareness about early childhood education

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
Nov 12, 2008

Twin Cities Community Gathers to Discuss Race
YWCA’s Sixth Annual “It’s Time to Talk” to help foster cross-cultural understanding

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Press Release
Oct 17, 2008

Community coalitions ramp up Get out the Vote efforts
Historic election fuels volunteers at YWCA of Minneapolis

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Press Release
Aug 19, 2008

Ultraviolet Pool Conversion at YWCA Healthier for Swimmers
Fewer chloramines improve water and air quality at Uptown location

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Media Advisory
Aug 4, 2008

Five Hundred Women and Girls to Converge for New Triathlon
YWCA Women’s Triathlon attracts many first-time triathletes

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Press Release
Apr 23, 2008

Twin Cities Girls Benefit from Nationally Recognized Programs
YWCA of Minneapolis offers Girls Inc.® programs, secures Macy’s sponsorship

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Media Advisory / Photo Opportunity
Apr 21, 2008

Downtown Rooftop Golf Practice Begins
Golfers take their game to new heights at the YWCA of Minneapolis

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