COATESVILLE – The Coatesville Youth and Women’s Alliance (CYWA) will soon have a new vehicle to transport clients, thanks to $50,000 in state grant funding secured by state Senator Carolyn Comitta.
The nonprofit organization, dedicated to serving pregnant women and children in the Coatesville area, plans to use the vehicle to transport clients to medical appointments and mothers to visit newborn children in neonatal intensive care.
“The CYWA is community asset and a vital safety net for so many people in need, especially our youngest and most vulnerable residents,” Comitta said. “I hope this new vehicle helps further bridge the gap to health and wellness services that impacts too many women and families in the Coatesville community.”
By purchasing its own vehicle, CYWA can cut costs related to ridesharing and transportation and reallocate those funds to support its programs.
CYWA offers four programs to help better the mental, social, and physical well-being of Coatesville area residents:
• Samara House, a residential drug and alcohol treatment program specifically for women and children.
• The Family Center, providing home visitation and case management services.
• The Gateway Shelter, for women and children experiencing homelessness and seeking affordable housing options.
• The Food Program, which provides everything from fresh produce, baked goods, meat, and non-perishable items to people in need.
For more on the Coatesville Youth and Women’s Alliance, visit their website at https://cywa.org
