Washington Area Women's Foundation

Washington Area Women's Foundation is building stronger communities by investing in the power of women and girls. Since our founding in 1998, The Women's Foundation has helped improve the lives of 30,000 women and girls in our region. Our objective is straightforward: to engage a broad and diverse network that helps women and girls gain access to the tools they need to reach their full potential.

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Latest News Friday, September 05, 2008

The Washington Post features Phyllis Caldwell’s views on regional poverty!

Washington Post profiles the African American Women’s Giving Circle on the front page!

Washington Business Journal features Child Care and Early Education Collaborative!

Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity highlights our work!

New Open Door Fund RFP released for Grantee Partners!

Latest Blog Postings  

DCWA: DC Council candidates respond to issues important to local women.
09/04/2008

Fireside chats at Camp CEO reveal mixed messages facing today’s young women.
08/28/2008

Celebrate Women’s Equality Day by calling on candidates to make equality a reality.
08/26/2008

First round on grantmaking committee highlights rigor, hard work that goes into investing wisely.
08/19/2008

Early Care and Education Collaborative makes its debut in the Washington Business Journal!
08/18/2008

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