Author name: Womens Impact Fund

Stories of Impact: JazzArts Charlotte

Stories of Impact: JazzArts Charlotte By JazzArts Charlotte JazzArts Charlotte, founded in 2009 by Lonnie Davis, is the premier jazz organization in the Carolinas. JazzArts’ mission is to connect the cultural community and develop an audience for jazz through quality education, performance excellence, and musician support. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, JazzArts has flourished into one …

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Stories of Impact: Circle de Luz

Stories of Impact: Circle de Luz By Circle de Luz Circle de Luz is a Charlotte-based Latina-guided nonprofit organization established in 2008. Latina youth are offered crucial support through programming, mentoring, wraparound services, and scholarship funds to those going on to college or other post-secondary education options. The organization has around 60 alumnae who are …

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Recap: Social Hour for Social Issues: Heart and Soul

An Evening with Heart Recap  By Cathia Friou Members and guests of WIF were treated to an evening with heart this week as part of the Social Hour for Social Issues series. Dr. Jonathan Fisher, a cardiologist whose mission is to help others harness the power of the mind-heart connection and create a kinder, more …

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Recap: River and Root: Understanding Charlotte’s Treasures

Recap: River and Root: Understanding Charlotte’s Treasures By Srujana Kanchibhotla, Communications & Marketing Committee As we greet the crisp embrace of fall, we’re excited to recap our recent event celebrating the beauty of nature while emphasizing the importance of our local water resources as we set off to appreciate Freedom Park in all its autumn …

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Wrapping Hispanic Heritage Month: A Look at Latino Volunteering Trends

Wrapping Hispanic Heritage Month: A Look at Latino Volunteering Trends By Amy Yowell, Communications & Marketing Committee Latino is the largest ethnic group in the US but has the least amount of active participation in volunteering efforts according to data collected by Americorp. Why is volunteering so low within this community and what are the …

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