In the Washington metropolitan region, nearly half a million women and girls are living in or near poverty. We all have a stake in building the economic security of our region’s women and girls. The Women’s Foundation works to mobilize our community and provide solutions to eliminate the persistent barriers that disproportionately hinder women and girls from achieving economic security.
Stepping Stones Research Briefing sneak peek: Why aren't child care subsidies reaching those who need them?
Low-income families can face numerous challenges as they work toward stable and gainful employment. Child care subsidies are designed to help them overcome one
A look at the recession through the eyes of Northern Virginia's children.
A new study, "Predicting Poverty in the Commonwealth,” released by The Commonwealth Institute and Voices for Virginia’s Children forecasts that children will be hardest
What the stimulus package does for our region's women.
President Obama signed the economic stimulus package into law yesterday afternoon. Many people in the nation’s capital and state capitals around the country will
Early Care and Education Funders Collaborative awards first grants!
The Early Care and Education Funders Collaborative is thrilled to announce grants totaling $300,000 for area nonprofit organizations to expand access to and improve the quality
As part of our ongoing commitment–in partnership with The Urban Institute–to providing information and resources related to the goals of Stepping Stones, please find
The Women's Foundation releases first RFP on early care and education!
On October 15, 2008, The Women’s Foundation held a Community Briefing on the importance of early care and education. Craig Pascal, Senior Vice President/Territory
