Company Description

YWCA Hawai'i Island is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

The YWCA of Hawai'i Island first organized in Hilo in 1919 when a group of courageous women recognized the need for a women's organization and for programs geared primarily towards women and girls. From a very humble beginning with 14 women housed in a small cottage, the YWCA has expanded from the original residence in both activities and facilities. Throughout our history, the YWCA of Hawai'i Island has offered valuable programs and activities for the benefit of women, children and their families. The YWCA of Hawai'i Island was established as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in 1965.

We provide services to Hawai'i families through Healthy Families, Islandwide Sex Assault Support Services and our Accredited Preschool in downtown Hilo.

A partner agency of the Hawai'i Island United Way since 1979.