Who We Are
The YWCA Westmoreland County is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
A Brief History of the YWCA Westmoreland County Building
The house was designed in 1900 for Mr. and Mrs. William Huff by the noted architect, Ralph Adams Cram. Mr. Cram designed very few houses and is known mainly for his ecclesiastical buildings. Greensburg has two of the Cram’s buildings: the Huff houses now owned by the YWCA Westmoreland County, and the First Presbyterian Church on South Main Street. The original clippings of ivy were brought from Westminster Abbey in London, England.
Some changes to the building had to be made to meet city and state safety regulations for use as a public building. The dedication and hard work of many volunteers enabled the YWCA to turn the house into an appropriate headquarters for the YWCA.
The building was dedicated on September 12, 1970. The Program Center incorporates a new reception room which links the two structures, a large multi-purpose room with a cathedral ceiling and dormer windows, and a handicapped accessible restroom on its upper level. Outside, a walkway links the lower level to the Used Bookstore and fenced playground and then connects to the sidewalk going to the front of the original headquarters building, the Huff house.
YWCA is the oldest and largest multicultural women’s organization in the world.
Across the globe, we have more than 25 million members in 106 countries and one of 191 associations across the United States.
We provide safe places for women and girls, build strong women leaders, and advocate for women’s rights and civil rights in Congress.
Women come to us for job training and career counseling. They come to learn English-as-a-Second language. They come for health and fitness. They come for a variety of reasons. But they come. And they leave with a renewed spirit, new skills, and stronger lives.
Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and Promoting Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity for all.
YWCA MISSION
Our Values
A Compassionate Community
Respect
A Healthy, Balanced Lifestyle
Honesty and Integrity
Non-Violence
Collaboration
Justice and Fairness
The Dignity of All People
Our Team
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Carol H. Palcic
CEO
Carol is the primary leader, strategist, and brand ambassador for the organization.
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Bekah Garland
MARKETING COORDINATOR
Bekah is responsible for executing the organization’s marketing needs and community outreach.
Thrift Shop Staff
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Cheryl Hershberger
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Mariah Huff
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Cierra Matiasic
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Diane Ohler
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Noreen Turkowski
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Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is a diverse group of leaders using their passion, insights, and connections in the community, to create real impact for YWCA Westmoreland County.
2025 - 2026 Slate of Officers
Cassie Ellson - Board Chair
Patti Buhl - Board Vice-Chair
Michele Baughman - Secretary
Sonya Brajdic - Treasurer
Members
Jim Bendel
Pat Cummerick
Sheri Ehman-Garth
Tara Gandy
Mary Jo Haffner
Keila Lobos-Hernandez
Julie LeVan
Paula Maloney
Erica Nuckles
Carol Palcic - CEO
Jennifer Ritz
Toni Wilson
Key Dates in YWCA History
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!
2021
2020
FAQs
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YWCA Thrift Shop
YWCA Used Book Store
Technology Classes
English-As-A-Second Language Classes
Health and Wellness
Racial Justice
International Women Group
New Choices Program
TechGYRLS
Girls Field Hockey
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$200+ Honor Circle Member*
$100 Century Friend Member*
$50 Patron Member
$30 Supporting Member