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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Ceceli Polzin
Executive Director
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Cindy Stock
Operations Manager
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Kristina Spidahl
Program 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.
Jessica Albers, Board Chair - Minnesota State University, Mankato
Heather Von Bank, Vice Board Chair - Minnesota State University, Mankato
Laura Jans, Treasurer - Abdo
Antonia Yenser, Secretary - Minnesota State University, Mankato
Erin Berle, At Large - Harry Meyering Center
Kelly Henry - CommonBond at Dublin Crossing
Meg Petrich- Mayo Clinic Health Systems