Ywca Of Lubbock

What Ywca Of Lubbock does

YWCA of Lubbock (Young Women's Christian Association of Lubbock, Texas) is a private nonprofit organization founded in 1955 and headquartered at 6501 University Ave, Lubbock, TX, with an additional facility at 6204 Elgin Avenue (Sun 'n Fun). It operates a multi-service portfolio spanning licensed childcare (infant/toddler care at $225/week, toddler care at $210/week, preschool at $80-$190/week, after-school Y-Care at $50-$70/week), summer Y-Camp programs, the BLOOM youth mentorship initiative, the Women's Health Initiative (cancer screening financial assistance for 1,000+ uninsured/underinsured women annually), CPR certification classes ($60/person), Mission Café restaurant sales, and venue rentals across approximately 12 event spaces. The organization reports serving 2,500+ families per day, running 15+ community programs, and receiving 985+ donations.

The business model combines recurring weekly childcare tuition with charitable donations, signature event revenue (Cocktails & Couture annual fundraiser, Women of Excellence awards since 1989, Father-Daughter Dance, Lemonade Day), and ancillary transactional revenue from venue rentals, Mission Café, and CPR classes. Distribution is anchored in direct on-site service delivery at the two Lubbock facilities, supplemented by Y-Care locations embedded inside Lubbock ISD and Lubbock Cooper ISD elementary schools, and subsidized via Childcare Services from Workforce Solutions South Plains. Core technology stack consists of off-the-shelf SaaS: Brightwheel for parent portal/childcare management, ToastTab for Mission Café online ordering, Microsoft Forms and Google Forms for enrollment/workflow, and Constant Contact for email newsletters. Governance is provided by a Board of Directors led by President Melinda Pharies, with executive leadership including CEO Glenda Mathis, COO Michelle Cook, CPO Regina Culver, and CDO Bridgette Martinez. Care is accredited under Texas Rising Star 4-star and Praesidium safety standards. There is no proprietary technology, no AI/ML systems, and no disclosed revenue figures.

Name

Ywca Of Lubbock

Legal name

Young Women's Christian Association of Lubbock, Texas

Website

https://ywcalubbock.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

YWCA of Lubbock is a 501(c)-style nonprofit founded in 1955 that operates licensed childcare, youth development, women's health screening, CPR training, venue rentals, and signature fundraising events for Lubbock, Texas families and community members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Child Care Services (6244), Child Care Services (62441), Child and Youth Services (62411), Child and Youth Services (624110), Family Planning Centers (621410)

SIC

Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Early Childhood Education & Childcare Nonprofits (BPAGADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community & Nonprofit Before/After Care Programs (Early Years) (EDACAHAD), School-Age Wraparound Childcare Centers (Holiday/Break Care) (EDACAAAL), Inclusive Infant & Toddler Care (Special Needs / IFSP-Aligned) (EDACAGAI), School-Based & Community Women’s/Children’s Health Clinics (HLAFAJAO)

Keywords

• Licensed childcare services
• Early childhood education
• After-school care programs
• Women's health screenings
• Community nonprofit programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Lubbock

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Childcare and Preschool Tuition: Weekly tuition fees charged for infant/toddler care, preschool, after-school Y-Care, and summer camps. Primary revenue stream for the organization.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Charitable donations from individuals and organizations supporting the mission. Includes annual fundraising campaigns and general donations.
3. Special Events Revenue: Revenue from signature events including Cocktails & Couture (annual fashion show and auction in October), Women of Excellence awards ceremony, and other community events.
4. Venue Rentals: Rental fees for event spaces including ballroom, event rooms, party rooms, conference facilities, and outdoor spaces like splash pad and indoor playground.
5. Mission Café Sales: Walk-up restaurant offering fresh meals, casseroles, and beverages. Every purchase supports the YWCA mission.
6. CPR Classes: CPR certification classes offered regularly for $60 per person, with discounted group rates available.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

YWCA of Lubbock is a community nonprofit that operates licensed childcare programs (infant/toddler care, preschool, after-school Y-Care, and summer Y-Camps), youth development through the BLOOM mentorship program, the Women's Health Initiative providing cancer screenings to uninsured individuals, CPR certification classes, the Mission Café, venue rentals, and signature fundraising events such as Cocktails & Couture and Women of Excellence. Programs are delivered primarily on-site at its Lubbock, Texas facilities and at partner elementary schools across Lubbock ISD and Lubbock Cooper ISD.

Product overview

YWCA of Lubbock operates as a multi-service nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of childcare, youth development, women's health, and community programs. The core childcare offerings include Infant & Toddler Care (ages 6 weeks to 3 years), Preschool (ages 3-5 with Texas Rising Star 4-star certification), After-School Y-Care (Pre-K through 5th grade at Lubbock schools), and Y-Camp (summer and mini camps). Youth programs include the BLOOM mentorship program for young ladies. Women's services feature the Women's Health Initiative providing cancer screenings to uninsured individuals, plus CPR certification classes. Community programs include Mission Café, venue rentals across 12 spaces, and signature events including Cocktails & Couture (annual fundraiser), Women of Excellence (annual awards since 1989), Father-Daughter Dance, and Lemonade Day youth entrepreneurship program. The organization also publishes INSPiRE Magazine quarterly. All programs are grounded in the mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Y-Care: After-school care program for Pre-K through 5th grade students at schools across Lubbock.
• Y-Camps
• BLOOM
• Women's Health Initiative (WHI)
• Mission Cafe
• Sun 'n Fun

Products and services

• Infant & Toddler Care Licensed childcare program for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years, providing safe, nurturing care with daily routines, play, early learning, and supportive teachers. Includes meals, formula, and hands-on learning experiences.
• Preschool Evidence-based preschool program for ages 3 to 5 years featuring low child-to-caregiver ratios, daily meals, Action-Based Learning lab, art room, LEGO room, five outdoor playgrounds, seasonal splash pad, sensory room, and STEM activities. Texas Rising Star 4-star provider with Praesidium accreditation.
• After-School Y-Care Licensed after-school care program serving Pre-K through 5th grade students at schools across Lubbock. Provides safe, affordable care with healthy snacks, licensed environment, and serves multiple elementary schools including Bayless, Centennial, Cooper schools, and others.
• Y-Camp Summer camp and mini camp programs for children ages 4 through 11 (PreK to 5th Grade). Y-Camp provides safe, fun care during school breaks with supervised activities, meals, and engaging environments. Mini camps offered on select days when school is out.
• BLOOM Youth Mentorship Prevention-focused mentorship program helping young ladies build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. Features small group mentoring, hands-on activities, goal setting, and explores topics including self-esteem, boundaries, healthy friendships, and emotional regulation.
• Women's Health Initiative Cancer screening assistance program providing financial support for breast and cervical cancer screenings for uninsured and underinsured women and men. Serves more than 1,000 women annually through mammograms, diagnostic tests, biopsies, and helps with Medicaid applications for those diagnosed.
• CPR Classes CPR certification classes offered regularly at $60 per person. Classes held Fridays at 9:00 AM and one Saturday per month. Instructor Vanessa Salazar provides training with group pricing available for large groups.
• Mission Café Walk-up restaurant offering fresh meals, casseroles, and beverages. Pre-order available for weekly casseroles in half and full sizes. Every purchase supports the YWCA mission and community programs.
• Venue Rentals Event space rentals including North Event Room, Ballroom 1, Ballroom 2, Splash Pad, Party Room, Board Room, Conference Room, Indoor Playground, Teen Room, Demo Kitchen, and Art Room. Located at 6501 University Ave, Lubbock, TX 79413.
• Cocktails & Couture Annual signature fundraiser held every October featuring cocktails, mocktails, silent and live auctions, and a fashion show. YWCA's largest annual event raising funds for programs serving women, children, and families.
• Women of Excellence Annual awards program since 1989 honoring women who have achieved excellence in careers and made meaningful community contributions. Celebrates honorees across categories including Arts & Culture, Business, Education, Government, Medicine, and Youth Leadership.
• Father-Daughter Dance Special evening event for fathers, daughters, and father figures featuring music, dancing, photos, and quality time. Celebrates family connection while supporting the mission and programs of the YWCA of Lubbock.
• Lemonade Day Youth entrepreneurship event teaching children entrepreneurship, confidence, and money skills as they create and run their own lemonade stands. Encourages young leaders while supporting community growth and learning.
• INSPiRE Magazine Magazine publication providing inside look at YWCA people, programs, and partnerships. Published quarterly with issues celebrating Women of Excellence, Cocktails & Couture, and program highlights. Available as downloadable PDFs.
• Sun 'n Fun Facility Fitness and recreation facility offering fitness, fun, swimming, and connection programs. Located at 6204 Elgin Avenue, Lubbock, TX 79493, operated as part of YWCA of Lubbock's community wellness offerings.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving 2,500+ families daily across all programs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Durham School ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransportation partnership providing safe and reliable bus services for children and families in YWCA programs, helping ensure access to Y-Camp and other programs.
• Joe Arrington Cancer Research and Treatment CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner for Women's Health Initiative, providing mammogram and diagnostic services for uninsured and underinsured women at 806-725-7908.
• UMC DimensionscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner for Women's Health Initiative providing cancer screening services at 806-775-8660.
• Hill & IoppolominorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for INSPiRE Magazine issues celebrating Women of Excellence honorees and community impact.
• Market StreetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for INSPiRE Magazine March 2026 issue.
• UMCminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for INSPiRE Magazine October 2025 issue highlighting Cocktails & Couture and women's health initiatives.
• Carpet TechminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for INSPiRE Magazine October 2024 issue.
• Workforce Solutions South PlainscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChildcare Services (CSS) program accepted for qualifying families, enabling subsidized childcare payments for eligible households in the South Plains region.
• Lubbock Independent School District (LISD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with LISD schools for after-school Y-Care program locations at multiple elementary schools across the district.
• Lubbock Cooper Independent School DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Cooper ISD for after-school Y-Care program locations at Cooper Central, East, North (Coming Soon), South, and West schools.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Brightwheel: YWCA Lubbock uses Brightwheel for its parent portal/billing. Not a peer in services, but a key technology vendor/ecosystem participant; relevant when assessing digital tooling and operational efficiency in regulated childcare.
• University Medical Center (UMC) Health System: Healthcare partner through UMC Dimensions for the Women's Health Initiative. Not a direct peer, but a critical delivery partner for the cancer-screening program that serves 1,000+ women annually.
• Workforce Solutions South Plains: Regional workforce board administering the Child Care Services (CCS) subsidy that YWCA Lubbock accepts. Channel partner / funder rather than competitor, but materially shapes YWCA's revenue mix and ability to serve low-income families.

Broad incumbents

• YWCA USA (National Organization): National umbrella for the YWCA movement. Not a direct operating competitor, but YWCA Lubbock operates under its brand, programmatic frameworks (e.g., AMEND Together, Stand Against Racism), and donor/governmental relationships — making it the closest broad incumbent.
• KinderCare Learning Centers: National for-profit childcare operator with Texas Rising Star credentialed centers. Comparable as a regulated childcare provider serving similar age groups; differs in being for-profit, multi-state, and lacking YWCA's women's-health and nonprofit-mission programs.

Direct peers

• YMCA of Lubbock: Same-city peer operating childcare, after-school programs, summer camps, and recreational facilities under the YMCA brand. Most directly comparable on geographic overlap and overlapping service lines (childcare + youth + fitness/recreation).
• YWCA of Metropolitan Dallas: Another major Texas YWCA chapter operating childcare, women's empowerment, and community programs. Comparable in mission alignment, program mix (childcare + women's services + advocacy), and Texas regulatory environment; differs in operating scale and metro footprint.
• Boys & Girls Club of Lubbock: Local youth-development nonprofit serving Lubbock children with after-school and summer programs. Comparable as a community-based nonprofit serving Lubbock youth and families; YWCA offers a broader service mix including infant care and women's health.

Regional players

• Catholic Charities of Lubbock: Faith-affiliated nonprofit in Lubbock offering family support, refugee services, and community programs. Comparable as a multi-service Lubbock nonprofit drawing on similar donor and volunteer pools, though its service mix (rather than childcare) is more social-services focused.
• Children's Home of Lubbock: Local nonprofit providing residential, educational, and family services for at-risk children. Comparable as a Lubbock-based child-and-family-serving nonprofit, though focused on residential care vs. YWCA's center-based childcare model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles20 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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