Women's empowerment programs in the US are funded through a mix of federal grants (Office on Women's Health, Women's Bureau at the Department of Labor, WANTO grants for nontraditional trades) and nonprofit networks like the YWCA, AAUW, and the National Council of Women's Organizations. Services typically include leadership development, financial literacy, entrepreneurship through SBA Women's Business Centers (WBCs), and peer support groups. Dress for Success outfits women re-entering the workforce, and Bottomless Closet and Step Up Network mentor low-income women. State-level women's commissions advocate on policy and refer to local providers. This directory aggregates WBCs, YWCAs, women's commissions, and empowerment nonprofits.
New York has separate Family Court (for custody, support, paternity, DV) and Supreme Court (for divorce) systems. NYC's Family Court operates in all five boroughs. The Office of Child Support Services runs enforcement. NYC, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, and Syracuse are the major metros. Legal Aid Society of NYC, Sanctuary for Families, NYLAG, and the NYS Coalition Against Domestic Violence serve women.
Based in New York, New York Women's Foundation supports New York women navigating wraparound support including financial coaching, peer groups, and life skills. Reach the team at (212) 514-7010 to schedule a screening. Service hours run Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(212) 514-7010 · 39 Broadway Suite 2320, New York, NY 10006 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Dress for Success — New York City works with women across New York on wraparound support including financial coaching, peer groups, and life skills. Contact (212) 545-3890 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Hours are Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Free for qualifying New York mothers and their children.
(212) 545-3890 · 32 E 31st St 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
YWCA of New York is the go-to women's program in the New York area for wraparound support including financial coaching, peer groups, and life skills. Phone (212) 755-4500 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Open Mon-Fri 8am-8pm — confirm by phone before driving in. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.
(212) 755-4500 · 610 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10022 · Mon-Fri 8am-8pm · Visit Website
Girls Inc. of New York City is the go-to women's program in the New York area for wraparound support including financial coaching, peer groups, and life skills. Phone (212) 509-2000 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Service hours run Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(212) 509-2000 · 120 Wall St, New York, NY 10005 · Mon-Fri 8am-6pm · Visit Website
Women's City Club of New York is a New York women's program helping mothers with wraparound support including financial coaching, peer groups, and life skills. Reach the team at (212) 353-8070 to schedule a screening. Available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Free for qualifying New York mothers and their children.
(212) 353-8070 · New York, NY · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
SBA-funded center for women entrepreneurs. Contact the office or visit in person to learn about services, eligibility, and how to begin. Bring no requirements to join most programs; some scholarships require proof of income to make your first visit or call as productive as possible. Hours Mon-Fri 9am-5pm — free for qualifying women.
Multiple NY locations · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
NYC Commission on Gender Equity is a New York women's program helping mothers with wraparound support including financial coaching, peer groups, and life skills. Reach the team at (212) 788-2830 to schedule a screening. Available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Free for qualifying New York mothers and their children.
(212) 788-2830 · 253 Broadway, New York, NY 10007 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Urban Justice Center — Women's Programs serves women in New York and surrounding New York communities with wraparound support including financial coaching, peer groups, and life skills. Call (646) 602-5600 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.
(646) 602-5600 · 40 Rector St 9th Floor, New York, NY 10006 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Empowering women through education, equity, advocacy, and research since 1881. Local branches in every state. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Grassroots feminist organization advocating for women's rights with local chapters nationwide. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Nonpartisan organization encouraging informed civic participation. Local leagues in every state for women across the state. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Eliminating racism and empowering women. Local YWCAs offer housing, childcare, job training and DV services. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Coalition of women's foundations funding solutions to women's and girls' issues nationwide. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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International women's organization promoting voluntarism and developing leaders. Local chapters across the US. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Global volunteer service organization for business and professional women, supporting local women's programs. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Service organization of professional women advancing the status of women through service and advocacy. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across the state who need vetted, plain-language information on leadership development, professional networking, workforce training, and advocacy. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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