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100 Years of Generosity
YWCA Retirement Fund trustees have given their time and effort to this benefit since 1925. From J.D. Rockefeller and Laura Spelman Rockefeller onwards, we're celebrating a century of generosity. Read more
Your Guide to Optional Contributions
Would you like to increase your future retirement benefit? You can choose to make optional after-tax contributions through your YWCA's payroll department. Here's how. Read more
Why You Should Review Your Beneficiary Information Today (And Often)
It is important to choose a beneficiary for your YWCA Retirement Fund account and to ensure that their information is correct. Here's why. Read more
News & Updates
May 01, 2025
YWCARF Centennial Featured in Pensions & Investments Magazine
Elliott Buchholz, CEO, and Barbara Glass, Investment Committee chair, celebrate 100 years of empowering women through financial security. Read more
April 09, 2025
A Message from Elliott Buchholz, CEO
We would like to remind YWCA Retirement Fund participants that our plan is built to withstand short-term volatility. Read more
March 21, 2025
YWConnect Rescheduled for May 6
Due to travel conflict with the National Leadership Meeting, the next YWConnect has been scheduled for May 6, 3 PM EST. YWCA USA CEO Margaret Mitchell will lead the 60-minute session. Read more