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.
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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI) honors and commemorates the Asian American communities that contribute to the diverse culture and history of our Nation. This AAPI Heritage Month, The Women’s Foundation is honored to highlight Asian/ Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project (DVRP). It is imperative for AAPI survivors to have support from […] Read More
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Early childhood educators and faculty play a critical role in the formative years of our children’s development—helping shape their cognitive, emotional, and social skillset. Yet despite their integral role, they remain ranked at nearly the bottom of the annual pay scale compared to all other U.S. occupations. During the webinar, panelists discussed the impact pay […] Read More
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Historically, sexual violence has disproportionately affected people of color, especially women and girls. According to studies, 1 in 2 multiracial women, 1 in 3 American-Indian/Alaska-Native women, and 1 in 4 Black women will be sexually assaulted during their lifetime. And this percentage, unfortunately, only accounts for the number of women who report their abuse. This […] Read More
Washington Area Women's Foundation
From leading major foundations and corporate giving programs to working on the front lines of social service organizations and community-based groups, Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) women in philanthropy are making an invaluable impact. Yet, BIPOC women in philanthropy often shoulder a huge burden at the cost of their own well-being. How intentional […] Read More
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April is Month of the Young Child, a necessary time to celebrate and reflect on the critical role that early care and education plays in shaping the futures of our youngest learners. While access to high-quality early care and education is still out of reach for many families due to a lack of affordable options […] Read More
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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
This conversation was held virtually in collaboration with Catchafire—an organization that partners with grantmakers to connect nonprofits with pro-bono professionals that provide full-service, on-demand solutions. Guenevere Crum, Director of Community Engagement at Catchafire moderated the discussion. Read More
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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
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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
