Nonprofit organizations -- Management

Scope and Contents Thirty-first annual report of the YWCA of British Guiana and correspondence and reports concerning the YWCA of the U.S.A.'s work with the YWCA in Chile. The Foreign Division of the YWCA of the U.S.A. aids and supports the development of associations in other countries through developing programs and leadership abroad with the help of American staff, financial support, advice and resource sharing. When the YWCA of Chile is in need of new buildings they appeal to the YWCA of the U.S.A. Foreign...

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The Buildings Committee of the National Board of the YWCA of the U.S.A. is responsible for the administration of the buildings of the National Board. These buildings include the National Training School, office headquarters and cafeterias. Administrative duties include personnel management, equipment maintenance and use, building maintenance and budgets. 

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The Buildings Committee of the National Board of the YWCA of the U.S.A. is responsible for the administration of the buildings of the National Board. These buildings include the National Training School, office headquarters and cafeterias. Administrative duties include personnel management, equipment maintenance and use, building maintenance and budgets. 

Scope and Contents Documents concerning YWCA of the U.S.A. work in Bulgaria. YWCA of the U.S.A. secretaries work with women and girls in Bulgaria to develop their physical, social, intellectual and spiritual well-being through training local leadership, organizing and running programs and setting up camp opportunities for girls. Reports to the YWCA of the U.S.A. Foreign Division summarize and assess work being done in Bulgaria, give an overview of financial needs and budgets, request future needs and arrange...

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The Bureau of Communications of the YWCA of the U.S.A. plans and reviews communication outputs ensuring that the YWCA of the U.S.A. is represented accurately and that their education tools are effective. Communication outputs include pamphlets, brochures, television spots, films, advertisements, radio spots and publications. 

Scope and Contents The Bureau of Personnel and Training is responsible for consultations and programs concerning the training, recruitment and support of employees. These functions include providing personnel support services to staff, developing recruitment policy and procedure, researching trends and practices in the field of personnel management and training and developing written materials to support their programs. The committee of the Bureau of Personnel and Training sets goals and emphases for the...

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The Committee of the Bureau of Research and Program Resources of the YWCA of the U.S.A. meets to discuss the projects of the bureau, hear secretaries reports and discuss the program and research needs of local associations. The Bureau of Research and Program Resources assists local associations in obtaining knowledge about their member group and communities. They provide supportive services as well as program materials. 

Scope and Contents From the Series: This series is consists of two sets of records. The first (origially contained on reels 1, 1a and part of reel 2) contains the records of two predecessor organizations, which came together to form the YWCA of the USA in 1906: the International Board, and the American Committee of Young Women's Christian Associations.The second set of records consists of minutes and reports of the YWCA of the USA. The minutes and reports are roughly in alphabetical order by committee or...

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Minutes and reports of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business Division concerning the costs, incomes and financial operations of the YWCA of the U.S.A. This includes building sales, lease and maintenance, investments and expenditures, personnel and travel expenses and purchases and sales of equipment. The title card for the microdex reads "microdex 4" but this is the third microdex on the reel. 

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Minutes and reports of committee meetings and staff meetings of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business, Professional and Industrial Department YWCA of the U.S.A. The meetings discuss the program and purpose of the joint Business and Professional and Industrial program, how the two member groups relate to one another, common issues among the employed women and matters of leadership and administration. 

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Minutes and reports of the central, east central and eastern area councils of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business, Professional and Industrial Department. Regional meetings convene to discuss the conditions and issues faced by employed women in their area, regional program and support and the regional councils' relationships to other regions and other parts of the YWCA of the U.S.A.

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Minutes and reports of the southern and southwestern area councils of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business, Professional and Industrial Department. Regional meetings convene to discuss the conditions and issues faced by employed women in their area, regional program and support and their relationship to other regions and other parts of the YWCA of the U.S.A.

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Minutes and reports of the west central, northwestern and western area councils of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business, Professional and Industrial Department. Regional meetings convene to discuss the conditions and issues faced by employed women in their area, regional program and support and their relationship to other regions and other parts of the YWCA of the U.S.A.

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Minutes and reports of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business, Professional and Industrial Experimentation Committee. The committee meets to discuss research and studies concerning work conditions, personal, social and professional conditions of employed women and applies the results to experimenting with new programs. Meetings discuss findings, challenges and successes and prioritize projects. 

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Minutes and reports of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business, Professional and Industrial Experimentation Committee. The committee meets to discuss research and studies concerning work conditions, personal, social and professional conditions of employed women and applies the results to experimenting with new programs. Meetings discuss findings, challenges and successes and prioritize projects. 

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the combined work of the YWCA of the U.S.A. Business, Professional and Industrial Women. As the number of women in business and other professions rose and their memberships in YWCA's grew, industrial participation seemed to diminish and Business and Professional and Industrial departments begin to recommend combining the departments. To this end, a systematic and thorough study commenced. This process is documented through reports, notes, correspondence, and...

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Documents concerning the YWCA of the U.S.A. work with employed women. A staff handbook for YWCA staff working with business, professional, and industrial women outlines job duties, describes the mission and purpose of work with employed women, describes activities that may be required, and provides a detailed picture of what is expected as a YWCA employee working with employed women. Other materials include conference planning, project materials and histories of work with employed women.

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By-laws and constitution of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the U.S.A. with subsequent amendments

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By-laws of the National Board of the YWCA of the U.S.A. and subsequent amendments.

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The YWCA of the U.S.A. operates cafeterias at many associations as a means of making an income, providing meals to its members and the wider community and as an outreach women and girls in the community. The YWCA of the U.S.A. Cafeteria Committee meets to discuss policy and best practices for running a cafeteria, discuss the challenges and successes of specific cafeteria programs and make recommendations concerning the operation of cafeterias. 

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program, and development of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in California followed by documents concerning Alameda County, Bakersfield, Banning, and the Bay Area in particular. Documents concerning YWCA work in all of California are comprised mostly of conference and meeting reports. Next, an Alameda County study, sponsored jointly by the Alameda County United Fund and Federation of Community Services,examines the possibility of a central budgeting...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program and development of the YWCA of Berkeley, California followed by a memorandum concerning the development of a YMCA and YWCA in Buena Park. Documents concerning the administration and history of the YWCA of Berkeley include basic standards reports, certification materials, constitutions, bylaws and historical overviews. Visitation reports for the association are more narrative in nature and include program descriptions, reports of challenges and...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program and development of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in California arranged alphabetically by city or area covering Central San Joaquin Valley through Garden Grove. Documents concerning the administration and history of the associations in Central San Joaquin Valley, Eureka, Fontana, Fresno and Garden Grove vary by location but may include basic standards reports, certification materials, constitutions, bylaws and historical overviews. Their...

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Documents concerning the administration, program and development of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in Glendale and Glendora, California. Administrative records include basic standards reports, national certification documents, constitutions, and bylaws. Visitation reports for the associations are more narrative in nature and include program descriptions, reports of challenges and successes, and discussion of personnel and management need.

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program and development of Harbor Area YWCA, formerly known as the YWCA of San Pedro, California. Administrative records include basic standards reports, national certification documents, constitutions, and bylaws. In addition, the administrative records include record of the association's official name change. Visitation reports for the associations are more narrative in nature and include program descriptions, reports of challenges and successes,...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program and development of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in the Imperial Valley, La Verne, and Long Beach, California in addition a report on inland area development and an inquiry into a new association in Lancaster, California. Documents concerning the administration and history of the established associations vary by location but may include basic standards reports, certification materials, constitutions, bylaws and historical overviews. Their...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program and development of the YWCA of Los Angeles, California. Administrative records include basic standards reports, national certification documents, constitutions, and bylaws. Visitation reports for the associations are more narrative in nature and include program descriptions, reports of challenges and successes, and discussion of personnel and management need. In addition, two reports of studies initiated by the Welfare Federation of Los...

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Documents concerning the administration, program and development of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in North Orange County and Oakland, California. Administrative records include basic standards reports, national certification documents, constitutions, and bylaws. Visitation reports for the associations are more narrative in nature and include program descriptions, reports of challenges and successes, and discussion of personnel and management need. 

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program and development of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in Orange and Palo Alto, California in addition to correspondence and reports concerning the development of a new association in Palm Springs. Documents concerning the administration and development of the Orange and Palo Alto associations include include basic standards reports, national certification documents, constitutions, and bylaws. Visitation reports for the associations are more...

Scope and Contents Documents concerning the administration, program and development of YWCA of the U.S.A. associations in Pasadena, Redlands, and Richmond, California. Documents concerning the administration and development of the associations include include basic standards reports, national certification documents, constitutions, and bylaws. Visitation reports for the associations are more narrative in nature and include program descriptions, reports of challenges and successes, and discussion of personnel...