For our February volunteer project, the Brownieland Pictures Team experienced the joy of reading to Pre-K children at YWCA Greater Atlanta, an organization dedicated to empowering women and supporting families. As a woman-owned business, this mission speaks to our hearts, and we deeply admire the YWCA’s commitment to creating opportunities for women and girls of color while challenging systemic barriers to equity. The YWCA has been a pillar of support in the Atlanta community for over a century, providing programs that uplift and empower.

The YWCA Greater Atlanta provides essential services focused on advocacy and social justice, education and economic empowerment, and health and safety. Their Early Learning Academy has been serving families for over 40 years, offering high-quality, affordable childcare in a nurturing environment designed to foster creativity and growth. Beyond early education, the YWCA also empowers women through programs like the Digital Skills Academy that helps women gain essential technology skills, ensuring they have the tools to thrive in today’s digital world. ENCOREplus is the YWCA’s community-based breast awareness program that educates medically underserved women and links eligible women to free clinical breast exams and mammograms. Additionally, the Georgia Women’s Policy Institute empowers women to engage in policy advocacy, creating meaningful change at the state level.

As we spent time at the YWCA, we were reminded of how vital community-driven organizations are in shaping a brighter future. The YWCA doesn’t just provide services—it creates pathways for success, breaking cycles of inequality through education, leadership, and advocacy. Their impact extends beyond the classroom, ensuring that women and families have access to the resources they need to thrive.

We are honored to have spent time with the children at the YWCA and to support an organization that has been a force for change since its founding at Spelman College in 1902. Whether through volunteering, advocacy, or community engagement, there are many ways to get involved with the YWCA and make a difference. At Brownieland Pictures, we remain committed to using our voices and our time to uplift organizations like the YWCA that work tirelessly to create a more just and equitable future for all.