Eliminating racism, empowering Women.
Serving Over 10,000 Clients.
Our greater purpose of transforming lives brings meaning and purpose into the lives of our clients, our staff and the community. Our vision is promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
Our greater purpose is to transform lives.
The YWCA Greater Harrisburg provides safe, secure housing and services for women and youth and has developed additional programs and services to meet the ever-changing needs of a diverse population of women, children, men and families.
The YWCA is the leading women’s organization in the Pennsylvania Capital region, serving Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry Counties.
Junior Board Fall Fest
The YWCA Junior Board is bringing back their popular Fall Fest! This event will feature beer tasting, food, beverages, kids activities, entertainment and more! The event will take place Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 4-7 p.m. at the Manor on Front in Harrisburg.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available. Tickets are $40/per person for the beer tasting; $25 for designated drivers and teens; and free for children 12 and under!
Proceeds from the Fall Fest will benefit the YWCA’s Child Development Programs which include activities and field trips for our Pre-K programs.
Sponsorships are available. Click the link below for tickets and sponsorships.
4:00pm - 7:00pm
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The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported through generous contributions from individuals and organizations in our community. Donations made to the YWCA support our programs and services.



For more than 130 years, the YWCA Greater Harrisburg has been dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.