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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.

Giving Back: Why I Volunteer

Martin Luther King’s birthday reminds me how grateful I am for the fullness of my life – wonderful family and friends, good health, and

Where Are the Black Women During Black History Month?

February was always one of my favorite months growing up. Being the shortest month of the school year definitely helped, but serving as the

D.C. Government Slashes Funding for Some of the City's Most Vulnerable Women

Days after the District made the shocking announcement that $20 million had been cut from the homeless services budget for the 2010 fiscal year, advocates

$1.1 million in grants: We couldn't do it without you!

Have you ever noticed that when someone wins a Grammy or an Oscar, they always thank the myriad of people who have supported them

Announcing the 2009 Leadership Awardees!

What do you get when you combine 58 volunteers, 66 nominations, 54 phone calls, 33 site visits, 20 presentations and hours of deliberation and

Congrats Doreen, and thanks for being an inspiration to so many!

I’m so thrilled to hear of Doreen being recognized as a 2008 Washingtonian of the Year! This is so well-deserved. I recall first meeting

Leadership Awards Program is looking for a few good nonprofits, and volunteers. Join us!

It seems like only yesterday I was attending my very first event at The Women’s Foundation: The Leadership Awards reception. The Leadership Awards Program

Announcing the 2007 Leadership Awardees!

But first, a little FAQ about the Leadership Awards! What are the Leadership Awards?In 1998, The Women’s Foundation made $17,500 in grants, in the

Food Stamp Challenge: Lessons learned, from the personal to the global.

Well, I didn’t successfully complete the one-week D.C. Hunger Food Stamp Challenge, but, I did learn valuable lessons and new personal insights. But first,