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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.

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: Budget issues are addressed by local officials. | A lack of public transportation makes living in the suburbs difficult for low-income

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: 13% of D.C. homes struggle with hunger. | How locals are responding to a proposal to limit welfare benefits and the

Spotlight on Poverty's Weekly Round-Up

The latest news, analysis and opinion on the state of low-income women and their families from Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity. For the week

Join the Carrotmob at Teaism on Saturday!

Teaism has been named the most socially responsible restaurant in the D.C. area and to celebrate a “carrotmob” is being held there. On November

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: A close look at the suburban poor in Maryland. | The number of homeless female vets is on the rise. |

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: The same responsibilities on a smaller income. | Major budget cuts are expected to homeless services in D.C. | Remembering Jill

Spotlight on Poverty's Weekly Round-Up

The latest news, analysis and opinion on the state of low-income women and their families from Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity. For the week

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: Families and food pantries feel the pinch as grocery prices go up. | Women-owned businesses in Montgomery County could get a

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: A post-election message from the Ms. Foundation on grassroots efforts for change. | And a look at the lack of diversity

The Daily Rundown — The Latest News Affecting Women & Girls in Our Region

In today’s rundown: A look at how Election Day went for women Congressional candidates. | What the election results could mean for nonprofits. |

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Washington Area Women’s Foundation mobilizes our community to ensure that economically vulnerable women and girls of color in the Washington, D.C. region have the resources they need to thrive. Since 1998, The Women’s Foundation has worked to transform the lives of women and girls in our region and across the world.

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712 H Street NE, Suite 1099

Washington, DC 20002

T: (202) 347-7737
E: info@wawf.org

Tax ID:52-2028612