Support Us

young women on a walk outside, Women's Services, YWCA Lower Cape Fear

There are many ways to support us at YWCA Lower Cape Fear

  1. Donate

  2. Other ways to Give

  3. Become a Member

  4. Volunteer

  5. Act Now

Donate

Choose from many giving options, including naming YWCA Lower Cape Fear as a beneficiary in your will and more complex trust arrangements that provide lifelong income. Help us secure the future of the YWCA.

Donate Online

From our web site, you can make your gift securely online. Several options are available:

  • Making a donation in honor of or in memoriam

  • Making a recurring monthly gift

  • Inquire and participate in matching gift programs available at your organization or company

Planned Giving

Choose from many giving options, including naming YWCA Lower Cape Fear as a beneficiary in your will and more complex trust arrangements that provide lifelong income. Help us secure the future of the YWCA.

If you have any questions about supporting YWCA Lower Cape Fear with a planned gift, please contact our CEO, Jhaniqua Palmer (CEO@ywca-lowercapefear.org)

Other Ways to Give ↘

Support YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women!

  • Support the Mission Through In-Kind Giving

    In-kind donations are a valuable way to support our programs and the families we serve. From children's activity supplies and office materials to meals, technology, and event sponsorships, your contribution helps meet immediate needs while enhancing the quality of our services.

  • Online Giving

    Every donation to YWCA Lower Cape Fear helps create stronger families, empowered individuals, and a more vibrant community. Through your generosity, we can provide critical programs, educational opportunities, family support services, and resources that help people overcome barriers and thrive.

    No matter the size of your contribution, your gift directly supports initiatives that promote equity, strengthen families, and create pathways to opportunity for those who need it most.

    Give today and be a catalyst for positive change in our community in this standard one-time gift.

  • Partners & Sponsors

    The YWCA Lower Cape Fear Corporate Partnership & Sponsorship Program offers organizations a meaningful opportunity to invest in the well-being of women, children, and families while increasing visibility and demonstrating a commitment to community impact.

    Our sponsorship packages are designed to provide both valuable brand recognition and direct support for programs and services that strengthen our community. Contact our CEO, Jhaniqua Palmer for more information.

  • Community Impact

    Your contribution helps us create meaningful change in the lives of those we serve. Every donation directly supports programs, resources, and opportunities that empower individuals and strengthen our community.

    Together, we can make a lasting impact and ensure that everyone has access to the support they need to thrive.

    This quarter’s community impact ask is to support Week Without Violence. Become a sponsor for Thursday’s Conversation for Peace or for our Self Care Saturday. Click the donate button and select Racial Justice: Week Without Violence today!

  • Childcare & Afterschool Scholarships

    Your gift helps working families access the resources they need to thrive while ensuring children have enriching experiences in a safe, supportive environment.

    • $50 provides outdoor play equipment that encourages healthy activity, exploration, and fun.

    • $100 sponsors winter field trips for five children, creating meaningful learning experiences beyond the classroom.

    • $150 covers one week of child care for a child, helping families balance work and family responsibilities with confidence.

    Every donation makes a difference and strengthens our community.

  • Grandparent Support Network

    Sponsor a Weekly Hot Meal for Kinship Caregivers

    Your donation helps ensure kinship caregivers have access to supportive gatherings where they can share experiences, build relationships, and receive valuable resources.

    A contribution of $350 covers the cost of a hot meal for an entire weekly support group, creating an environment of care, connection, and community.

    Make a meaningful impact today by sponsoring a meal for our caregivers.

  • Recurring Gifts

    Setting up recurring donations on a monthly basis helps guarantee that those we serve receive the appropriate care and support every day. It allows you to easily spread your support throughout the year and provide a steady and reliable stream of income to us. You can donate monthly by selecting “automatically repeat the gift every month” at out Donate page.

  • ACH Transfer

    ACH electronic giving is a direct payment program whereby your contribution is debited automatically from your checking or savings account. Electronic contributions cannot be lost, stolen or destroyed; are resistant to errors and fraud; and are free for both you and the YW. ACH transfers make monthly giving easy, and you can cancel your authorization by notifying US at any time. Giving electronically makes it easy for you and helps YWCA Greater Lower Cape Fear save money!

    In addition to receiving an acknowledgment and an annual gift statement from YWCA Lower Cape Fear, your bank statement will provide an itemized list of electronic transactions. If you change bank accounts, simply notify YWCA and we will give you a new authorization form to complete. Contact our Chief Financial Officer to set up your payment arrangement.

  • Honor/Memorial Gifts

    Celebrate an important milestone, such as a birthday or anniversary, or remember a loved one through an honorary or memorial gift to YWCA Lower Cape Fear. Encourage friends, family and colleagues to invest in the future of women and girls in lieu of materials gifts. Cards will be sent to those you would like notified of your generosity. Select “this is an honor or memorial gift” and follow the instructions that appear at our Donate page.

Become A Member

A YWCA membership supports our mission-driven programs and services, and allows for enrollment in quality, affordable childcare, fitness, and support services offered by the YWCA.

Strengthened by diversity, the YWCA draws together members who strive to create a more just and equitable future for all people.

When you join the YWCA Lower Cape Fear, you not only support our outreach and mission-driven programs, but you become part of a worldwide membership movement.

Membership is open to any individual, regardless of race, religion, or gender.

For more information:

Main Campus Front Desk
P: 910-799-6820
E: reception@ywca-lowercapefear.org

Pool Front Desk
P: 910-799-6820, extension 109
E: pool@ywca-lowercapefear.org

Youth
Membership

Under 17

$25

Family
Membership

$55

Individual
Membership

18+

$35

Senior
Membership

65+

$30

Additional Membership Information

  • A one-year YWCA Lower Cape Fear membership is required to enroll in any class or program unless otherwise noted

  • YWCA membership fees are non-refundable

  • Membership dues alone are not a fee for service

  • The YWCA reserves the right to revoke the membership of or deny membership to anyone whose conduct, behavior or language is inconsistent with the principles of the YWCA Mission

Volunteer at YWCA Lower Cape Fear

young smiling women posing for a portrait, Women's Services, YWCA Lower Cape Fear

We need YOU to VOLUNTEER!

You can help the YWCA and the women and families we serve by volunteering your time and participating in worthwhile, challenging work. Enjoy the benefits of being engaged in a community where a diverse group of people is welcomed.

Volunteer service can be done on an individual basis or as a team through your organization, business, or civic group. Activities are available year-round and can be tailored to fit any commitment level.

Act Now

For over 160 years, YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women. Since our inception, YWCAs across the country have been on the front lines advocating for the rights of women, girls, and marginalized people and addressing community needs. Today, we continue to drive an inclusive agenda to address the underlying gender equity and racial justice tensions that are so deeply embedded in our nation. We invite you to join us and take action on health, economic, safety, and racial justice priorities directly affecting women and communities of color.