Who We Are

YWCA Bethlehem is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

Our philosophy, in keeping with the mission of the YWCA to empower women and families, centers on providing the skills and confidence needed to succeed.

YWCA is proud to be the oldest and largest women’s movement, providing services for women and their families in our community.

YWCA Bethlehem’s programs and services have furthered the YWCA vision of peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all people since 1927. Over the past 96 years, programs have evolved to meet the needs of our Bethlehem community and include educational youth programs and senior services.

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Our Team

  • Delia Marrero

    Executive Director

  • Olga Torres

    Youth Empowerment Manager

  • Lya Ali

    Administrative Support Specialist

Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is a diverse group of women leaders using their passion, insights, and connections in the community, to create real impact for YWCA Bethlehem.

2025- 2026 Officers

Julia Wicoff, President

Ashley Balash, Secretary

Lisa Marie De La Rosa, Treasurer

Directors

Emilie Bree Carlino

Meg Dowd

Dannah Hartman

Ebony Stevens

Robyn Weaver

Annual Reports

YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women, and we’re committed to accountability and transparency in everything we do. Below you will find resources that illuminate our financial position, outline how we allocate our resources, and showcase the impact of the valuable support from our donors and sponsors.

As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we welcome your support of our mission!

Advocacy Reports

YWCA Bethlehem is committed to engaging with critical issues that affect our community. By weaving together data and real-life stories, we are able to shine a light on the issues that matter to us most and amplify community voices to drive meaningful change.

Key Dates in YWCA History