YWCA Minneapolis

?? Whether you're gearing up for your first race or looking to improve your morning jog, building endurance is key to success. Our blog offers beginner and advanced runner training plans to help you meet your goals: ?? Long runs to boost lung capacity and metabolism. ?? Interval training for stamina and speed. ?? Sample weekly schedules for all fitness levels. ???♀? Plus, we share tips on cross-training and strength-building to keep you balanced. ?? Ready to get started? Read our blog: https://bit.ly/3XyysVj Need a place to put these plans into motion? YWCA Minneapolis has the largest indoor track in the Metro area. Let’s push limits and achieve personal bests together! #RunningTips #EnduranceTraining #YWCAminneapolis

THANK YOU to everyone who donated for Give to the Max Day yesterday. We are so grateful for your support. You've helped us improve our programs to deliver on our mission to eliminate racism and empower women and girls. Thank you for supporting YWCA Minneapolis!

We are so thankful to all of the generous supporters who have already made a donation today during Give to the Max Day! We are at 58% of our goal. Can you help us reach our goal of $62,000 to give more children the tools to thrive? YWCA Minneapolis works daily to close the opportunity gap through life-changing early childhood education programs. Donate now and make a lasting impact: https://lnkd.in/d5ybNFS #GTMD24 #givetothemax

?? 52 cents. That’s what Native women earn for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men. Whether part-time or full-time, the wage gap remains—and it’s unacceptable. Native women deserve fair pay and economic justice. We can and must do better. Let’s stand together to #CloseTheWageGap and fight for #EconomicJusticeNow. #NativeWomensEqualPay #EquityForNativeWomen

?? Invest in the Future with YWCA Minneapolis! ?? Every child deserves access to quality education, but many face significant barriers. At YWCA Minneapolis, we’re committed to closing the opportunity gap through our transformative early childhood education programs. This Give to the Max Day, help us raise $62,000 to support: ?? Early childhood education specialists. ?? Family connections to essential resources. ?? Teacher training and support. ?? High-quality enrichment activities for kids. ?? Your gift goes further today! Every dollar is matched up to $31,000! Together, we can give more children the tools to thrive. ?? Donate today: https://lnkd.in/d5ybNFS #GiveToTheMax #SupportEarlyEducation #YWCAminneapolis

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. We honor the lives lost to violence and hate and recommit ourselves to building a world where transgender and non-binary individuals are safe, celebrated, and supported. ??? What can you do to show your support? The Human Rights Campaign suggests five impactful actions: 1?? Educate yourself about what it means to be transgender or non-binary. 2?? Understand the challenges trans and non-binary people face. 3?? Speak up against bigotry, bullying, and hate. 4?? Be a visible and vocal ally. 5?? Advocate for policies that protect trans and non-binary rights. At YWCA Minneapolis, we are dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women and girls while championing inclusivity for all. Let's stand together in solidarity. ??????? #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance #Inclusion #EquityInAction #Allyship

?? Celebrating BIPOC Women Entrepreneurs on National Entrepreneurship Day! BIPOC women entrepreneurs and leaders are breaking barriers, driving change and shaping a future rooted in equity. ??? From creating wealth-building opportunities to transforming industries, their contributions inspire us all. Learn about their journeys and achievements in our blog: 12 Inspiring Changemakers making history today. ?? https://bit.ly/3UZMFKl #NationalEntrepreneurshipMonth #WomenInBusiness #EquityInAction

November is Native American Heritage Month. Join YWCA in recognizing Indigenous people's history, culture and contributions in the United States! Chrystos is a writer and activist whose published work explores Indigenous Americans’ civil rights, social justice and feminism. This two-spirited poet explores issues of colonialism, genocide, violence against Native people, queerness, street life and other intersections of personhood. Chrystos identifies with her father’s Menominee ancestry. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth2024

Looking for a fun way to unwind this weekend? Why not take a dip in our lap or leisure pools? The leisure pool is open Friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays. Lap pool hours vary. Learn more and check out our pool schedules: https://bit.ly/4eBDHdc

?? Children Get a Strong Start with YWCA Minneapolis! Minnesota faces a critical academic gap. At YWCA Minneapolis, we’re empowering kids to succeed at school and in life. With 90% of our kids demonstrating kindergarten readiness, we're well ahead of the statewide averages. Help us continue this impact by donating on Give to the Max Day! We’re raising $62,000 to bring even more industry-leading care to Twin Cities kids. Early giving is open now: https://lnkd.in/d5ybNFS. #GTMD24?