
YWCA
CLINTON
WE'RE ON
A MISSION
YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
WE BELIEVE OUR COMMUNITY SHOULD GET THE SUPPORT IT NEEDS TO THRIVE
ENSURING INCLUSION
Every individual within the community should be embraced and valued. The YWCA upholds a firm stance against any form of discrimination based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
FOSTERING GROWTH
In order for each member of the community to grow and thrive, they need the access to basic tools to do so. Here at YWCA, we hope to continue to offer these programs and tools so that our community can flourish.
ADVOCATING FOR EQUALITY
The needs of women, girls, and marginalized communities should be advocated for so that peace, justice, freedom and dignity is obtainable for all.
PROMOTING
SAFETY
We strive to assist all members of our community in securing safe and secure housing, irrespective of race, gender, or sexual orientation.
FOSTERING GROWTH
- Chalk It Up Clinton ChallengeJul 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – Sep 18, 2025, 11:00 PMCommunity-WideStop in at one of the participating businesses and borrow some chalk or use your own in your favorite place. Follow us on Facebook for more details @LivingPeace365. Draw or write something positive. Maybe it’s a quote, maybe it’s a peace sign. Add a little brightness to someone's day!
- Sep 06, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMClinton, 200 S 5th St, Clinton, IA 52732, USAThis is FREE community event to celebrate 110 years of YWCA Clinton! We will have a live band (10 of Soul - A genuine tribute to soul, funk, and everything in between!), food trucks, a kids fun run and so much more - guaranteed to be a evening of fun and lasting memories!
- Sep 07, 2025, 7:30 AM – 11:30 AMClinton, 200 5th Ave S, Clinton, IA 52732, USAwww.clintonhalfmarathon.com to register! The Clinton Half Marathon is back for the 14th year! We can't wait to see you there!
- Win Big!Sep 07, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMClinton Half Marathon, Post-Race PartyGo the Distance Tickets purchased online will be hand-written for the drawing on September 7th at the post-race party at the Clinton Half Marathon. The name and phone number used to purchase will be the name and phone number on the ticket.
- Laundry Supply DriveJuly 14 - July 31Clinton, 317 7th Ave S, Clinton, IA 52732, USAWe are partnering with Clinton Public Library (Iowa) and First Methodist Church to provide laundry services to those experiencing homelessness or economic hardship. Donations of laundry detergent pods or dryer sheets at three convenient locations: YWCA Clinton, United Way, & Info, Referral & Asst.
Upcoming Events
OUR PROGRAMS
We are proud to offer these programs as a way to help our community continue to grow.

Fitness Programs
From boosting your mood, combating chronic disease, increasing your energy level and improving your brain function, exercise can improve your life! Start reaping the rewards of exercise today and join us in one of our many great fitness classes! The YWCA offers a variety of fitness classes that are FREE with membership.

Children's Center
We believe all children have a right to receive quality preschool and childcare in a safe and nurturing environment.
At the YWCA Children’s Center, we are committed to the social, physical, mental and emotional development of each child.
Learn more Childcare and Youth Programs by clicking below
Clinton Half Marathon
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Located in scenic Clinton, Iowa, runners can choose a race distance of 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon. The race starts along 5th Avenue South in Historic Downtown Clinton, quickly traversing Riverview Drive, paralleling the mighty Mississippi, with challenging hill climbs leading to Eagle Point Park’s majestic overlook of the widest part of the Mississippi River! This is one of the most exciting racing experiences of the season!