Our Programs

MATERNAL HEALTH and
BIRTH EQUITY

Addressing the regional maternal health crisis by identifying funding gaps and investing in grass-roots organizations.

EARLY CARE
AND
EDUCATION

Increasing the quality, capacity, and access to early care and education through our Funders Collaborative.

YOUNG WOMEN'S INITIATIVE

Improving life outcomes for young women, girls, and gender-expansive youth of color in D.C. and Prince George’s County, Maryland.

BLACK WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP PROJECT

Supporting Black women leaders through dedicated programs and advocacy.

Since 1998, we’ve invested more than $17 million to over 215 organizations, supporting gender, racial, and economic justice in the region.

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Ask Her Series: Advancing Equity for APIA Women and Girls in Our Region

Asian Pacific Islander American (APIA) women and girls play a vital role in the cultural, economic, and social fabric of our region. Yet too often, their contributions are overlooked, and their communities are under-resourced. From disparities in healthcare and barriers to economic opportunity to the rise in anti-Asian discrimination, APIA women and girls continue to face challenges that require targeted attention and investment. During Asian Pacific Islander American History Month, we hosted a conversation that centered the leadership, resilience, and advocacy of APIA women. The webinar featured Krittika Ghosh, Executive Director of DVRP, and Sue Ann Hong, President & CEO of CAPAW—two leaders advancing equity through policy, direct services, and grassroots organizing. Together, they shared how APIA-led organizations are building cross-community coalitions to drive progress on safety, opportunity, and justice. The session was moderated by Lakshmi Sridaran, Chief of Staff at The Women’s...