
Washington Area Women's Foundation
#AskHer Series: Caring for Survivors of Sexual Violence
Missed April's #AskHer: Caring for Survivors of Sexual Violence? Check out the recap now! Read More
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.
Washington Area Women's Foundation
Missed April's #AskHer: Caring for Survivors of Sexual Violence? Check out the recap now! Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
BIPOC women in philanthropy are making an invaluable impact, yet they often shoulder a huge burden at the cost of their own well-being. Check out one of our program officer's conversation with Catchafire. Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
The Early Care and Education Funders Collaborative is working to increase access to high-quality early care and education in the Washington, D.C. region, where only 32% of children from low-income families are enrolled in such programs. By investing in these programs, we can help children succeed in school, have better health outcomes, and contribute to the economic vitality of our communities. Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
The Women’s Foundation is thrilled to announce the latest cohort of recipients for our 2023 Rock Star Fund, a program through our Young Women’s Initiative that embodies our commitment to empowering young women and gender-expansive youth of color ages 12-24 living in D.C. This year, we are excited to have selected eight exceptional individuals, each […] Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
The Women’s Foundation is thrilled to announce the latest cohort of recipients for our 2023 Rock Star Fund, a program through our Young Women’s Initiative that embodies our commitment to empowering young women and gender-expansive youth of color ages 12-24 living in D.C. This year, we are excited to have selected eight exceptional individuals, each […] Read More
Women's Philanthropy
The Women’s Foundation practices modern grantmaking by exploring innovative ways to support nonprofits and those it serves year-round. We turn to our communities through listening tours and strategic planning discussions to learn how to meet community needs best. As part of our strategic vision, we created the Rock Star Fund—our participatory grantmaking program—that places youth […] Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
This Women’s History Month, The Women’s Foundation is excited to share with you twelve (12) of our staff’s favorite reads that celebrate the diverse voices and experiences of women. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, knowledge, or simply a good read, these books are sure to leave a lasting impact. Check them out below! Assata: An […] Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
Women make change happen! Yet, despite making up nearly half of the U.S. workforce, women—especially women of color—are still vastly underrepresented in traditionally male-dominated fields. During Women’s History Month, The Women’s Foundation hosted a conversation with women powerhouses in our community who are changing the game and are fearlessly tackling industries that men often overpopulate. […] Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
As we celebrate Women’s History Month this March, The Women’s Foundation is proud to recognize and honor the incredible women who make up our team. Each day, these inspiring women work tirelessly to support and empower women and girls of color, investing in their futures and helping them achieve their highest potential. Our team comes […] Read More