In the Washington, D.C. 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 Rainmakers Giving Circle Now Accepting Proposals
The Rainmakers Giving Circle is now accepting proposals for the upcoming grant cycle from eligible organizations in Washington, DC. Proposals are due December 1, 2017 and
Jennifer Lockwood-Shabat 2016 Leadership Luncheon Speech
Good afternoon everyone! Thank you all for being here. I’m always blown away whenever I walk into the luncheon—the energy, excitement and enthusiasm are
Highlights from The Women’s Foundation’s Analysis of 2015 Poverty Data
Our analysis of the newly released data from the American Community Survey found women’s poverty rates during 2015 continue to be substantially above the
Highlights from The Women’s Foundation’s Analysis of 2014 Poverty Data
Our latest detailed analysis on women’s poverty (available in a series of fact sheets on our website!) found women’s poverty rates continue to be substantially
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, we’ll be celebrating the country’s declaration of independence with cookouts, parties and fireworks. But there’s
