We are very excited to announce that our November 2024 Employee of the Month is Caitlyn!? Caitlyn is a Housing Specialist and has been with Waypoint for 3 years. She is described as being likeable, considerate, and honest. Caitlyn goes above and beyond to ensure colleagues understand the rapid rehousing process and empowers her clients to focus on obtainable goals!? ?Thank you, Caitlyn, for being a great asset to Waypoint by demonstrating our values of having compassion, instilling ownership, empowering people, and embracing diversity in your work! We appreciate you!? #Waypoint #EOM?
关于我们
Dedicated to aiding individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, or violence, Waypoint (formerly the YWCA) has served as a vital community resource since 1894. Over the years, we've honored our tradition of improving lives through our stabilizing resources and services, including support that empowers survivors of domestic violence, shelter for women and families with children experiencing homelessness, advocacy and support for those impacted by homicide and violent crime, and proactive solutions for those in poverty. Accompanying our critical services is our cost-effective child care, KidsPoint, designed to give children the skills they need to thrive. Every year, Waypoint serves over 17,000 individuals and inspires them to move forward in their lives.
- 网站
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https://www.waypointservices.org
Waypoint Services的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非盈利组织
- 规模
- 51-200 人
- 总部
- Cedar Rapids,IA
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1894
- 领域
- shelter、basic needs、medical advocacy、legal advocacy、criminal justice advocacy、individual counseling、peer counseling、support groups、crisis lines、prevention education、child care services、community outreach、donations、domestic violence、child care、events、homelessness、poverty和rapid re-housing
地点
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主要
318 5th Street SE
US,IA,Cedar Rapids,52401
Waypoint Services员工
动态
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Help us by congratulating our Housing Specialist, Katie, who recently hit her 5-year mark at Waypoint. Thank you for continuing to inspire people to move forward! We couldn't do what we do without Katie - thank you for your dedication.?? #Waypoint?
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We are excited to announce our 2024 Tribute to Women of Achievement honorees! These women are agents of change in the Corridor through their professional, personal and community contributions! To help celebrate them, purchase your tickets to our 43nd Annual Tribute to Women of Achievement luncheon held on December 3! Tickets are available here: https://lnkd.in/gnwnRwW8 #Waypoint #Tribute #women
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Purchase your tickets to Tribute to Women of Achievement today:?https://lnkd.in/gnwnRwW8? ? Our Keynote Speaker,?Akwi?Nji,?is an interdisciplinary artist, strategist, and advocate whose work spans coast to coast—from California’s Wine Country to New York’s Fashion Week. With over 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, education, and brand storytelling, she has inspired communities with her powerful voice and vision.? Join us to hear from a creative force who turns stories into action and art into advocacy. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to be moved, challenged, and inspired!?
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November is National Homelessness Awareness Month. Did you know that 37.9 million Americans live?at or?below the poverty level? We challenge you to make a difference:?Donate, Educate, or Volunteer. Every action counts. Get involved or support with a donation:?https://lnkd.in/gdtdsiMv? ? #Waypoint #hhweek?#HousingEndHomlessness?
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Please share: Are you looking for a way to celebrate the holidays with your coworkers? Why not organize a gift drive to support Waypoint Wonderland! Tag your workplace or share this post to rally your team and bring some holiday cheer to local families. More information can be found here: https://lnkd.in/g4Hc-egB Thank you for making the holidays extra bright for kids this holiday season! #WaypointWonderland #waypoint #community
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Please?share:?? ?Waypoint Wonderland, our heartwarming celebration that brings cheer during the holidays to families facing violence, housing instability, or poverty,?is quickly approaching. Every year, we provide gifts to over 400 children.?Help us make this year magical!? ? Ways you can help:? Host a giving tree at your place of employment, organization, or with your family.?Comment below to let us know how many ornaments you'd like, and swing by the Waypoint reception desk to pick them up.??? Shop for gifts for ages newborn to 12 years old.? Donate gift cards for the older kids.? ? Once you have the gifts, drop them off at Waypoint (318 5th St SE) Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or on Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. All gifts need to find their way to us by December 6, 2024.? ? ?More information can be found here:?? https://lnkd.in/g4Hc-egB? ? Thank you for your kindness during this holiday season!? #WaypointWonderland?#waypoint?#community?
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We are so grateful for a grant from BAE Systems, Inc. to support our vital housing services, which served over 15,000 individuals experiencing housing instability last fiscal year. We couldn't do what we do without you!?
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?? Nominations are due tomorrow (1/1/24) for the 43rd Annual Tribute to Women of Achievement! Know an extraordinary woman who deserves to be celebrated? This is the perfect opportunity to honor her incredible contributions! ?? Nominate her today for just $50 by clicking the link below. Let’s shine a spotlight on the women who inspire us all! https://lnkd.in/gXtF9eVe... #Waypoint #TributeToWomen
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Nominations are now open! Do you know an inspiring woman who is making a difference in our community? Each year, Waypoint honors women for their personal, professional, and civic contributions through our Tribute to Women of Achievement event. This is your chance to celebrate those who are agents of change, leaders, and innovators in the Corridor! Nominate a deserving woman today and help us recognize the positive impact they make every day.