Ywca Gettysburg & Adams County

our programs and services work toward furthering our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women, with a vision of being the center for personal and community growth in adams county – the place to learn, to play, and to improve emotional and physical well-being. the ywca is guiding adams county to positive change by connecting cultures, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and empowering all who walk through our doors. since 1981, the ywca headquarters has been located on fairfield road in cumberland township. we also have satellite childcare facilities located at the adams commerce center, as well as at fairfield elementary school in fairfield, pa. up to 305 children, ages 6 weeks through 12 years, are enrolled in the ywca’s child enrichment programs. our award-winning facilities include a fitness center, two racquetball courts, a 25-meter swimming pool, whirlpool, several aerobic exercise rooms and a full-court gymnasium. these facilities, coupled with classes and programs for a