YWCA Black Hawk County

YWCA Black Hawk County YWCA offers youth development; child care; case management & English instruction for diverse families

Chartered in 1911, the YWCA Black Hawk County, a private non-profit organization, has played an important role in our community, serving thousands of children, youth and adults yearly. Our programs are rooted in the YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. The majority of the individuals we serve come from the most vulnerable and at

-risk populations of our community – families, children and youth living in poverty; young single parents; immigrants and refugees with little income and little or no English language skills; senior citizens on fixed incomes; girls and young women looking to make a positive start in life and families who have come to be known as the working poor. Located at 425 Lafayette Street in downtown Waterloo since 1924, the YWCA’s current programs support our vision that Cedar Valley women and girls are strong, impactful leaders and instruments of change in their community; creating opportunities and providing resources for all to reach their greatest potential and include: character development and prevention programs for elementary and middle school aged females; before and after school child care and full day summer child care for elementary school-aged children; case management and English language instruction for immigrant and refugee families; parenting education and support for at-risk parents; and a wide variety of classes, activities and educational opportunities directed toward the health and wellness of women and their families.

06/01/2026

🎉 Join Us at the My Waterloo Days Parade! 🎉

We are excited to be participating in the My Waterloo Days Parade on Friday, June 5th and would love to have participants and families walk with us!

📍 Group I2 – Order #67
🕠 Please arrive by 5:30 PM
🎈 Parade begins at 6:00 PM

We are also looking for:
💧 Bottled water donations for walkers
🍬 Candy donations to hand out during the parade

If you plan to walk with us or are able to donate candy or water, please comment below or send us a message!

We can’t wait to celebrate with the community! ☀️🎉

05/26/2026

Did you know that Multicultural Services offers a list of job opportunities?

If you’re an employer interested in listing openings with us, please contact Melissa Villa at [email protected].
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¿Sabía que Multicultural Services ofrece una lista de oportunidades de empleo?

Si usted es un empleador interesado en publicar oportunidades de trabajo con nosotros, por favor comuníquese con Melissa Villa en [email protected].

05/26/2026

📣 Calling all middle school girls!

It’s that time of year again! Wize Girlz sign up is available. Choose one week or all 8! Registration paperwork is available on our website.

No fee required. Contact Kaylee Thoma, Youth & Family Services Director at 319-234-7589, ext: 228 for more information!

The Youth & Family Services Department recently hosted a Family Fun Night for participants in English Class, PASS, and W...
05/20/2026

The Youth & Family Services Department recently hosted a Family Fun Night for participants in English Class, PASS, and Wize Girlz.

Families enjoyed an evening full of games, a piñata, and lots of fun together!

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the event such a success. It was a wonderful opportunity for families to connect and create memories during this free YFS event.

05/18/2026

UPCOMING POOL CHANGES

Tuesday, May 19 - No 3:00 pm Open Plunge and no PM pool, including the 4:30 Water Aerobics

Friday, May 22 - Pool Closed

Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25 - YWCA closed due to Memorial Day

Tuesday, June 9 - No 4:30 pm Water Aerobics. Pool closing at 4:15 pm.

Friday, June 19 - YWCA closed due to Juneteenth

Tuesday, June 23 - No 4:30 pm Water Aerobics. Pool closing at 4:15 pm.

Congratulations to our Session 2 English Class graduates!
05/18/2026

Congratulations to our Session 2 English Class graduates!

📣 Free Medicare 101 Event at the YWCA!Are you new to Medicare or currently enrolled and have questions? Join us for a FR...
05/15/2026

📣 Free Medicare 101 Event at the YWCA!

Are you new to Medicare or currently enrolled and have questions? Join us for a FREE Medicare 101 meeting where we’ll cover:
✅ The basics of Medicare
✅ Important enrollment periods
✅ Coverage options explained

🍽️ Refreshments will be provided!

📅 Dates: May 27 or June 24
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM

This is a great opportunity to get clear, helpful information in a relaxed setting—plus, get your questions answered!

📢 2026-2027 Y’s Kids Registration📢📍 Lou Henry & Lowell Elementary🗓 June 22, 2026⏰ 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM📍 Highland & Irving E...
05/11/2026

📢 2026-2027 Y’s Kids Registration📢

📍 Lou Henry & Lowell Elementary
🗓 June 22, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM

📍 Highland & Irving Elementary
🗓 June 22, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

📍 Hansen & North Cedar Elementary
🗓 June 23, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM

📍 Cedar Falls Lincoln Elementary
🗓 June 23, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

📍 Kittrell & Kingsley Elementary
🗓 June 24, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM

📍 Waterloo Lincoln & Cunningham Elementary
🗓 June 24, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

📍 Any School
🗓 June 25, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 Any School
🗓 June 26, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Please see our website below for information and paperwork.

Find and download forms and brochures from YWCA Black Hawk County. Access the necessary paperwork for programs, applications, and more.

Thanks to their support, we’re able to continue providing safe, engaging, and enriching out-of-school-time programming f...
05/04/2026

Thanks to their support, we’re able to continue providing safe, engaging, and enriching out-of-school-time programming for local youth. Opportunities like this make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve every day.

We’re so grateful to be part of a community that invests in its kids 💙

Address

425 Lafayette Street
Waterloo, IA
50703

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 6:30am - 6pm
Friday 6:30am - 6:30pm

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