Transforming Trauma into Triumph: Empowering Families and Individuals to Heal, Thrive, and Lead
Oakland Womens Center’s Mission
The Oakland Women’s Center (OWC) is a social impact hub of advocacy, wellness, and empowerment. We provide trauma-informed care, leadership development, and wraparound support for women, families, and youth.
Through direct services, advocacy, and community partnerships, OWC empowers participants to heal, thrive, and reclaim their place as leaders in their homes, schools, and communities.
Our impact
families served annually
%
of mentored families secure permanent housing and employment
children supported through truancy prevention, tutoring, and mentorship
individuals received medical advocacy, transport, or life-saving care
of participants receive culturally rooted, accessible, and dignity-driven service
Donate
The Oakland Women’s Center accepts donations in the same forms as leading national nonprofits. All contributions are scheduled for safety and accountability.
Suggested Giving Levels
$50
Meals for a family for one week
$100
Transportation to medical/legal appointments
$500
School supplies + mentorship for a child
$2000
Surgery/rehabilitation + supportive housing
Donations We Accept
Monetary Donations
Securities
Digital Assets
Employer Matching Gifts
Planned Giving
Goods & Supplies
Professional Services
Planned Giving
Goods & Supplies
Professional Services
Donation Process
- All donations must be scheduled in advance.
- Once confirmed, donors receive the appropriate secure link, mailing instructions, or approved drop-off location.
- For large-scale contributions (stocks, crypto, planned giving), OWC coordinates directly with donors through our finance team.
Alignment With MYG
Partnerships with Make You Get It LLC (MYG) expand OWC’s ability to serve locally while building national movements for equity and systemic transformation. Together, MYG and OWC bridge the gap between systems and the people they serve — empowering families, survivors, and communities nationwide
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 510-756-5700 | 510-823-2120
Mailing Address (correspondence only): PMB9101, 1999 Harrison Street, Oakland, CA 94612
(Donations must be scheduled — no public drop-off address posted.)