Established in Tacoma in 1906, YWCA Pierce County has devoted over a century to creating opportunity and safety for adults and children in the greater Tacoma community. After opening Washington State’s first emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence in 1976, YWCA became a forerunner in the domestic violence service provision field.

As an inclusionary non-profit organization, YWCA Pierce County provides assistance to survivors of domestic violence and their children. All survivors are welcome regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, or sexual orientation. Bilingual staff and interpretation services eliminate language barriers and ease transitions for all of our clients. The YWCA serves thousands of adults and children annually, who are seeking help due to domestic violence.

The mission of the YWCA Pierce County is to transform lives through safety, healing, and empowerment.  

Board Members

Michael Elguera, President

Manager, Port Community System - Northwest Seaport Alliance 

Chrystina Solum, Vice-President

Of Counsel, Stokes Lawrence

Lori Johnson Treasurer

CPA, Empower Accounting Solutions

Trixy Dorn, Secretary

Philanthrophy - Donor Relations, Mary Bridge Children's