WIF Grants Update As of October 10, 2023 By Lily Iatridis On October 2, this year’s grants application cycle officially launched! Women’s Impact Fund is accepting grant applications through midnight on October 20, 2023. For those new to Women’s Impact Fund (WIF), grants are awarded annually in five areas: arts & culture, education, environment, health, …
History in Action: Charlotte’s LGBTQ+ Community and Philanthropy in the Queen City By Kristin Keen The Queen City is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and a growing reputation for its inclusivity and acceptance of diverse communities, including the LGBTQ+ community. As we transition from the heat of Summer and annual pride celebrations nationally …
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International Day of the Girl By Lily Iatridis “Now more than ever, we must renew our commitment to work together so that girls enjoy and exercise their rights and can play a full and equal part in their communities and societies. Investing in girls is investing in our common future.” ~UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres What …
How are you…Really? 5 Self Care Tips for Busy Women By Kristin Keen World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, serves as a crucial reminder to prioritize mental well-being. For busy WIF members like us, juggling career, personal and/or family responsibilities, and a slew of other demands, focusing on physical and mental health …
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Member Spotlight: Christiane Felts By Kate Jostworth Can you provide a brief background on yourself for those who do not know you? I am a native Charlottean (very rare to find) and became a member of WIF in 2017 when I moved back to North Carolina with my husband following a few other stops along …
International Day of Charity; September 5 By Aimee Greeter Each month in our Member Connection and Newsletter, we will highlight one or more significant events or occasions that relate to the WIF mission and our members. For September, we wanted to draw your attention to the International Day of Charity, which took place earlier this week. …
Still Deciding? Here are the Three Biggest Reasons to Attend By Aimee Greeter Women’s Impact Fund events are a testament to the power of collective action, and attending them offers a multitude of compelling benefits. With WIF’s 20th Anniversary Launch Party just around the corner, here are three compelling reasons why you should consider attending …
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Member Spotlight: Kristin Keen By Kate Jostworth Can you provide a brief background on yourself for those who do not know you? I grew up mostly on a Quaker homestead (yes, you read that correctly!) just outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bryn Gweled (the name of the homestead) was a great place with a community pool, …
For those that do not know you, can you please provide a brief background? I grew up in Sumter, South Carolina, attended Furman University then received my Master of Public Policy at the University of Michigan. Growing up, I originally desired to be an OB/GYN nurse following in the steps of my grandmother and then later …
Since 2015, Commonwealth Charlotte (CWC) has made its mission to help guide Charlotte’s economically vulnerable population with trauma-informed education, certified financial counseling, asset- and wealth-building skills, and access to banking services and 0% interest loans. As our 2022 Human Services Nonprofit Partner, they received a $95,000 grant, and in the last 6 months, CWC has: …
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