YWCA Cass Clay
Cause Area
- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Children & Youth
- Homeless & Housing
- Hunger
- Race & Ethnicity
Location
3000 S. University Dr.3000 S. University Dr.Fargo, ND 58103 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The YWCA Cass Clay is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Description
The YWCA Emergency Shelter is the largest shelter for women and children in the state of North Dakota and Northwest Minnesota and provides 45-day emergency shelter for women and children experiencing homelessness and/or domestic violence. Located within the shelter, Shelter Children's Services (SCS) provides a safe and developmentally appropriate environment for children of program participants, along with support and education for the entire family. The Transitional Housing (TH) and Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) programs provide secure, affordable housing and help participants develop the skills needed to achieve independence.The YWCA Education & Employment program offers comprehensive employment and educational readiness training to assist unemployed and under employed women residing at the Emergency Shelter.