by Natalia Baltazar | Nov 7, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
Issues of hunger and homelessness have been a growing problem around the country and in Yolo County. The economic after-effect of the COVID-19 pandemic has only amplified food and housing insecurity for many more community members. According to the most recent census...
by Natalia Baltazar | Oct 1, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and National Bullying Prevention Month. On October 1st Empower Yolo commences its Seventh Annual Paint Yolo Purple Month of Action campaign. October’s Paint Yolo Purple (the color purple representing domestic violence...
by Natalia Baltazar | Sep 7, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
There are many great agencies in Yolo County where you can get involved and serve the community. Empower Yolo welcomes applications from community members to serve on its board of directors to make a real difference in the lives of our clients and a meaningful impact...
by Natalia Baltazar | Aug 3, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
After a year of distance learning and homeschooling for many children in our community including families at the shelter, Empower Yolo’s shelter staff and After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens (ASSETs) staff are preparing the kids for a successful, new school...
by Natalia Baltazar | Jul 7, 2021 | Empower Yolo News
Housing insecurity and homelessness continue to be a challenge for many individuals and families in Yolo County with the pandemic further exacerbating the problem. It can be particularly challenging as an individual or family transitions from an emergency shelter to...