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National Women's Political Caucus Foundation

The National Women's Political Caucus was founded in 1971 to promote women's political equality. and number one for the amount of money donated every year.

The purpose of the NWPC Foundation is to build an endowment fund that will provide a reliable income stream for the National Women’s Political Caucus. Our History
In 2012, the National Women’s Political Caucus launched the NWPC Foundation with the express purpose of building an endowment fund that will provide a reliable income stream for the national organization as well as to its state and local affiliate chapters for leadership development, education, membership outreach, and research projects. The NWPC Foundation has a nonprofit 501(C)3 tax status, with funds deposited at the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation. This woman-run Foundation is the seventh largest Community Foundation in the U.S. NWPC Foundation funds are distributed through an annual, competitive grants program restricted to NWPC Inc, LDERF, and NWPC state and local affiliate caucuses for their programs, events, publications, and activities that fit within 501 (C) 3 guidelines. The National Women's Political Caucus Foundation's Tax ID # is 46-0543877. All donations to the NWPC Foundation are tax deductible.

11/02/2026

💜 WOMEN'S VOICES MATTER. WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP MATTERS. YOUR VOTE MATTERS! 💜

More than a century ago, generations of courageous women marched, protested, organized, and fought for the right to vote. On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified, securing women's constitutional right to vote. Yet many women, especially women of color, continued facing discriminatory barriers for decades.

We must never take this hard-won right for granted.

Today, we have an opportunity and a responsibility to show up, make our voices heard, and demonstrate through the numbers that women are engaged, informed, and participating in our democracy.

Let's encourage more women to step into leadership, support women's representation, and make sure women's voices are part of the decisions shaping our future.

🗳️ TOMORROW IS ELECTION DAY — TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3!

Don't sit this one out. Vote in person or return your ballot according to your state's official deadline.

📍 Find your polling place and hours: https://www.usa.gov/find-polling-place

⏰ Check your local election office for the exact closing time and ballot return deadline.

SHOW UP. SPEAK UP. SHOW THE NUMBERS!

Because every generation of women deserves a seat at the table—and the opportunity to lead.

💜 NWPC FOUNDATION\
Empowering Women's Leadership. Strengthening Our Democracy.

10/09/2026

🗳️💜 HONOR THE WOMEN WHO FOUGHT FOR OUR RIGHT TO VOTE! 💜🗳️

In some states, ballots are already arriving in mailboxes as we approach the November 3rd election. This is a powerful reminder that the time to make our voices heard is NOW!

The right to vote was not handed to women freely. Generations of courageous women organized, marched, spoke out, and fought for the right to have a voice in our democracy. Their sacrifices paved the way for the opportunities we have today.

As women, we must never take that right for granted. Our voices matter. Our experiences matter. Our votes matter.

Every election shapes our communities, our families, our schools, and our future. Whether you vote by mail or in person, make a plan to vote, encourage the women in your life to participate, and help ensure that our voices are heard at every level of government.

Let us honor the suffragists who came before us by exercising the right they fought so hard to secure. Let us inspire the next generation of women to lead, to speak up, and to participate fully in our democracy.

💜 When women vote, we honor our history, strengthen our democracy, and help shape our future.

Your voice is your power. Your vote is your voice. Make it count!

09/03/2026

A message from Paula Owen Willmarth, President of the NWPC Foundation on the death of Gloria Steinem:

I never thought I would spend a day of my life without knowing that Gloria was out there, still being our beacon; still being our strength. But here we are…without Gloria. I am sad…very very sad. Sharing intimate facts about Gloria, I think, helps us heal and better understand why we loved her so much. Her grandmother is where it all started. I particularly relate to this part about Gloria’s life because my maternal grandmother was not only the light of my life but helped shape me into the feminist (no, no apologies) I have been all my life.

Her paternal grandmother, Pauline Perlmutter Steinem, chaired the educational committee of the National Woman Suffrage Association, was a delegate to the 1908 International Council of Women, and was the first woman to be elected to the Toledo (Ohio) Board of Education. She was also a leader in the movement for vocational education[16] and rescued many members of her family from the Holocaust.

Gloria’s life is a tapestry of heartbreak, resilience, activism, courage and strength and I would encourage you to learn about her if you do not know her story.

On July 10, 1971, Steinem was one of more than three hundred women who founded the National Women's Political Caucus (NWPC), including such notables as Bella Abzug, Betty Friedan, Shirley Chisholm, and Myrlie Evers-Williams. As a co-convener of the Caucus, she delivered the speech "Address to the Women of America", stating in part:

This is no simple reform. It really is a revolution. S*x and race because they are easy and visible differences have been the primary ways of organizing human beings into superior and inferior groups and into the cheap labor on which this system still depends. We are talking about a society in which there will be no roles other than those chosen or those earned. We are really talking about humanism.

We are proud of our founding mothers and we owe Gloria and her colleagues our foundation.

In 2015, Gloria’s book, My Life on the Road, was published. She came to Kansas City to share her book and her thoughts with us, at the Unity Temple on the Plaza. When I had the chance to speak to her, and to get my book signed, I asked her about the thought of “passing the torch”. She very quickly said, “Oh no, don’t ever pass it; keep your torch. You must do that in order for others to see the path ahead and for us to be able to shine as much light as we can. We must all keep our torches”. That’s how she signed my book; “To Paula: Keep your Torch”.

I have never forgotten that. I keep her book on the top of my bookshelf where I can see it every day and it reminds me of why I have always been so invested in and devoted to the NWPC.

So, good women of the NWPC and others, remember: keep your torches; hold them high; light the way for others and lift your sisters up. Think of where we would be today had we gotten Hillary across the finish line! The work continues……we are never finished.

Thank you Gloria, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Rest easy, we will take it from here.

In memory of Gloria Steinem, we invite you to help us carry her torch forward. Please consider making a donation in Gloria’s memory and helping us keep her light shining for generations to come: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/empower-women-to-lead-run-and-serve-in-impactful-ways

08/27/2026

Today, on Women’s Equality Day — August 26, the NWPC Foundation celebrates the strength, diversity, and determination of women and girls everywhere.

Different backgrounds. Equal rights. One future.

Women’s equality is about more than opportunity—it is about ensuring that every woman and girl has the freedom, resources, and voice to shape her own future and contribute fully to her community.

From different generations, cultures, and life experiences, we are stronger when we stand together. When women support women, open doors for one another, and step forward as leaders, we create a more equitable future for everyone.

Today, let’s celebrate the progress we’ve made, recognize the work that remains, and recommit ourselves to building a world where every woman and girl can lead, serve, and thrive.

💜 Happy Women’s Equality Day from the NWPC Foundation!

07/10/2026

🎉💜 Happy 55th Birthday to the National Women's Political Caucus! 💜🎉

Today, July 10, we proudly celebrate 55 years of empowering women, advancing equality, and strengthening our democracy.

On July 10–11, 1971, more than 320 women from 26 states came together in Washington, D.C., to make history. Visionary leaders including Shirley Chisholm, Gloria Steinem, Bella Abzug, Betty Friedan, Fannie Lou Hamer, LaDonna Harris, and many others founded the National Women's Political Caucus (NWPC) with a bold belief: our democracy is strongest when women have an equal voice in shaping its future.

Their mission was clear-to recruit, train, elect, appoint, and support women at every level of public leadership while advocating for equality, opportunity, and greater representation in our nation's political process. More than five decades later, that mission continues to inspire thousands of women across the country.

Because of the courage of those founders, and the dedication of countless members, volunteers, candidates, and supporters—women now serve in public office in numbers that were once unimaginable. Yet our work is far from finished. Every generation has the responsibility to open doors a little wider for those who follow.

As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, let us honor the trailblazers who came before us by continuing to mentor emerging leaders, encourage women to seek elected and appointed office, support one another, and ensure that every girl grows up believing her voice matters and her leadership belongs at every decision-making table.

Here's to 55 years of breaking barriers, building leaders, and making history, and to the next 55 years of empowering women to shape a more representative, inclusive, and equitable future.

Happy Birthday, NWPC! Thank you to every member, volunteer, donor, caucus leader, candidate, and ally who continues to move our mission forward.

Together, we lead. Together, we inspire. Together, we change the future.

💜 Happy 55th Anniversary, NWPC! 💜 Make an impact today by giving NWPC a birthday gift! Click Here:
https://nwpc.org/donate/

07/03/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸

This Independence Day, we celebrate 250 years of courage, democracy, and the enduring belief that every voice matters.

As we honor our nation's past, we also look toward the future with hope. The progress made by generations of women who fought for the right to vote, to lead, and to serve reminds us that democracy is strongest when everyone has the opportunity to participate.

At NWPC Foundation, we remain committed to empowering women to lead, supporting civic engagement, and inspiring the next generation of changemakers. Together, we can continue building a future where every woman has the opportunity to make a difference in her community and beyond.

As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, may we renew our commitment to equality, opportunity, and public service, and continue advancing women's leadership for the next 250+ years.

Here's to a future where more women lead, more voices are heard, and our democracy continues to grow stronger for generations to come.

Happy Independence Day!

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🎆

06/30/2026

⏰ Only 1 Day Left to Apply!

The NWPC Foundation Grant Application deadline is almost here!

If you have an idea that empowers women, strengthens civic engagement, develops future leaders, or advances political participation, now is the time to apply (Limit to local, state, and national caucus). Don't miss this opportunity to turn your vision into action with the support of an NWPC Foundation grant.

Whether you're planning a leadership training, voter engagement initiative, candidate support program, or community outreach project, we encourage you to submit your application before the deadline.

🗓️ **Deadline: Tomorrow!**

Don't wait until the last minute—submit your application today and help make a difference!

06/21/2026

This Father’s Day, we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who lead with love, strength, and unwavering support. ❤️

The greatest gift a father can give is not just what he provides, but the example he sets: teaching kindness, integrity, perseverance, and respect. When children see their fathers lifting them up, they learn to believe in themselves and their limitless potential.

Today, the NWPC Foundation honors all the dads who inspire the next generation of leaders, dreamers, and changemakers. Happy Father’s Day to the men who help shape a brighter future for us all.

06/20/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth—a powerful reminder that freedom, justice, and equality are worth fighting for.

As we celebrate the resilience and strength of those who paved the way toward a more equitable future, let us also recognize the incredible contributions of women who continue to break barriers, uplift communities, and lead with courage.

Freedom is not just the absence of oppression—it is the opportunity to thrive, to have a voice, and to create change. May we continue to empower women and girls of every background to dream boldly, lead confidently, and shape a brighter future for generations to come.

Happy Juneteenth! ❤️🖤💚

05/10/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸

Wishing all mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and mother figures a beautiful and joyful Mother’s Day filled with love, appreciation, and rest.

Today we celebrate not only the individuals who nurture and raise families, but also the incredible strength, resilience, and compassion that mothers bring into our homes and communities every day. Mothers play a vital role in shaping future generations, offering guidance, care, sacrifice, and unconditional love that often goes unseen but is deeply felt.

It is also a reminder of the importance of supporting women in every stage of their journey-whether in family life, the workplace, or community leadership. When we uplift and support mothers, we strengthen families and strengthen society as a whole.

The National Women's Political Caucus Foundation exists to strengthen and increase women's ability to lead at the highest level of elected and appointed office.
Thank you to all the mothers and women who give so much of themselves every day. You are truly appreciated and valued.

Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

To help support the NWPC Foundation or make a donation in honor of a mother figure in your life, Click Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/22b2817d-6fd4-4664-b039-38e010a3c5d6?fbclid=IwY2xjawRdxPtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOZFg2NnJhM2IwdFM1Nlkwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuGiVq80V507i-4TTyt-MjRXR9BY7rcOyv-Q-un4lXUnckBYlUYQpRjwIsnZ_aem_ywc8CqBLP4MCrryNoYAT5A

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