August 2023 Newsletter

Employee Spotlight

Rachel Caroline Baker, GameChangers Program Coordinator

Rachel's favorite part of working with the YWCA is the people & the mission. Bust most of all, working with such incredible people who truly believe in the Y’s mission and carry it out every single day. The people here are one of a kind, and the warm, inviting, passionate culture is just the same.

Fav quote: “No one can make you feel inferior without your permission” by Eleanor Roosevelt

Fun fact: Rachel's first car was a 1964 ½ Ford Mustang.

We are grateful for all of Rachel's hard work and support!

Executive Staff Change

Amy Moden (left) was recently promoted to Director of Social Services. She now oversees our Keys of Hope, Mobility Mentors, Families First programs.

Lauren Linback (right) has moved into a new role as Chief Operating Officer. She and her team will now oversee grant writing, billing, reporting and compliance.

Join us in celebrating these amazing women!

Phyllis Wheatley News

We are proud to announce that Gabreille Mathis has accepted the role as Assistant Director at the YWCA-Phyllis Wheatley Center.

She has been with our organization over a year and has led the charge in engaging students, families, partners, and community. We are beyond appreciative of her labor of love!

Help us welcome Gabrielle in her new role!

The Phyllis Wheatley Center has 70 students registered for our After School Program.

Phyllis Wheatley Needs:

Socks
Chapstick
Lotion
Deodarant
Toothbrush
Toothpaste

Venue Change!

Due to the overwhelming interest in this year's awards ceremony, the 38th Annual Tribute to Women Awards will now be held at The Mill & Mine.

Purchase your tickets today, before we sell out!

Thank You To Our Partners!

Race and Social Justice Committee Corner

Every month the RSJC will be highlighting a BIPOC, minority-owned business.

In honor of September being Hispanic Heritage Month, we would like to highght:

La Michoacana & Paletas La Desi

Additional News.....

Mark your calendar- First Friday at the YWCA (Downtown Location) Friday, October 6th, 2023 - 5pm - 7pm- Some of our Keys of Hope residents will be selling their crafted items.
Look for the YWCA & the Tennessee Valley in the upcoming Knox Pride Parade/March, Friday, October 6th at 7pm, Downtown Knoxville. Click here for more info.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Be on the lookout for more information on how to participate in helping spread awareness.
Join the YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley Team! Click here for available positions.

To all of our Donors, Board of Directors, Volunteers, and Staff, we thank you for your continued support!

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