Who We Are
YWCA Mankato is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Our diverse opportunities for families, girls, and women underscores our mission and is consistently adapting to the needs our community is facing.
YWCA Mankato is an affiliate of YWCA USA, a national organization at the forefront of the most pressing social movements for more than 160 years. As one of over 130 sister YWCA associations, our affiliation writes us into the history of one of the largest and oldest women’s rights organizations. As the sole YWCA serving southern Minnesota since its establishment in 1926, YWCA Mankato has been a steadfast force in the greater Mankato area.
Our Values
Integrity
Respect
Trust
Compassion
Inclusion
Our Team
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Kristina Spidahl
Interim Executive Director/Program Manager
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Cindy Stock
Finance Manager
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Jocelyn Hartman
Operations & Communications Manager
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is a diverse group of women leaders using their passion, insights, and connections in the community, to create real impact for YWCA Mankato.
Heather Von Bank, Board Chair - Minnesota State University, Mankato
Erin Berle, Vice Board Chair - Entrepreneur
Laura Jans, Treasurer - Abdo
Antonia Yenser, Secretary - Minnesota State University, Mankato
Meg Petrich, At Large - Mayo Clinic Health Systems
Jessica Albers - Minnesota State University, Mankato