Women In Power Empowering

05/05/2026

We are praying for the family of Jill Darden and her son, Jiles. We were saddened to learn of her sudden passing. It was an honor to be featured in the most recent issue of the Fort Worth Black News and her legacy to empower our community will live on.

The Fort Worth Black News expresses profound gratitude to the community for their outpouring of sympathy and support following the sudden passing of Jill Darden, cherished owner and editor. With a long-standing commitment to serving the community, FWBN has consistently delivered uplifting stories and highlighted notable community achievements over the past 25 years.

We kindly ask that you keep Jill's son, Jiles Clark, and his family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this challenging time.

Funeral arrangements for Jill Darden include:
May 8 - Wake 7-9 pm
May 9 - Funeral Services 10 am, both at Holy Tabernacle COGIC in Fort Worth.

Those wishing to support Jiles or the funeral services can send donations via Zelle to [email protected]

Thank you

05/01/2026

The Women Impact Grant is still open until May 31st!

We’re investing in Tarrant County micro-nonprofits and women pursuing certifications or first-time degrees.

✔️ Up to $10K total funding
✔️ Education awards up to $2,500
✔️ Two nonprofit categories available

Apply today via our website or QR code.

04/22/2026

Check out our feature in the April issue of Fort Worth Black News. We are celebrating 10 years of impact and empowerment. Save the date and plan to celebrate us on August 28th for our Rooted in Giving Fundraiser. 🍾🥂

You can check out the full issue here,https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/967f9c0a-dcc4-4f70-8cc1-bf0e293a1fc9/fwbn_April2026_online.pdf

04/18/2026

Our Women Impact Grant is a fund designed to support Tarrant County micro-nonprofits with operating budgets of $250,000 or less, as well as Tarrant County women pursuing a professional certification or first-time degree.

Up to $10,000 in total funding is available. To ensure we can support as many applicants as possible, we encourage you to request only what is necessary. Individual requests for professional certification or education funding may not exceed $2,500.

There are two eligible categories for micro-nonprofits, and applicants must select one:

1. Micro-nonprofits serving women and girls in crisis (program support)
2. Micro-nonprofits founded and led by a Black woman (capacity-building support)

These categories are not interchangeable.

The application can be accessed on our website or by scanning the QR code.

04/18/2026

10th Anniversary photo shoot

04/17/2026

Celebrating 10 years of impact, ✨️

Women in Power Empowering is a Tarrant County Black giving circle of women dedicated to empowering women across Tarrant County through financial awards. We are a small, but impactful group that has collectively given close to $50K to increase the earning potential of women, support initiatives that positively impact women in our community, and to support grassroots women-owned businesses.

We are more focused than ever to strategically do more to empower Tarrant County women. Join us in celebrating this milestone by supporting our events, sharing our posts, joining our network, and of course, making a financial contribution to increase our impact. 🥂

📸 Aww Snapz (Kemoja Snapz)

04/09/2026

Congratulations to member, Deatra Starling-Kinard on this well-deserved recognition. We are so proud of you!

✨ BIG NEWS ✨

We are proud to celebrate our founder, , for being nominated for The Changemaker Award at the 2026 Women’s Leadership Forum & Awards! 💜

Hosted by NAWBO Dallas/Ft. Worth, this recognition highlights her outstanding leadership, innovation, and impact across the Dallas–Fort Worth community.

At STAR Academic, we don’t just teach, we transform lives. From academic coaching to scholarship guidance, our mission is to empower scholars to reach their full potential.

👏 Join us in celebrating this incredible milestone!

📅 April 10, 2026
🎉 Let’s continue to lead, inspire, and create impact together

04/01/2026

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS!!!

Our Women Impact Grant application cycle is now open. This funding opportunity supports Tarrant County micro-nonprofits serving women and girls in crisis, micro-nonprofits founded and led by Black women, and Tarrant County women aged 23 and over pursuing educational opportunities.

For nonprofits: Nonprofits with annual operational budgets of $250,000 or less headquartered and operating in Tarrant County. Funding is available to nonprofits serving women and girls in crisis for program/project support and nonprofits founded and led by Black women for capacity building support. The funding request range is a minimum of $1,0000 and maximum of $10,000. Documentation and a budget is required.

For individual applicants: Women aged 23 and over may request up to $2,500 to pursue a first-time Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. Funds cannot be applied to outstanding balances, and proof of current enrollment is required. Up to $2,500 is also available for professional or career certifications. Applicants do not need to be currently enrolled but must be able to enroll in the next available program start date if selected.

Applications will be accepted from April 1 through May 31, 2026. Award notifications will be made in July, with a formal presentation at our annual Black Philanthropy Month fundraiser on August 28, 2026. You can access the application via the QR code or our website.

Please direct any questions regarding this funding opportunity to [email protected]

We are looking forward to continuing our work to empower Tarrant County women!

Application link:
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04/01/2026

April 1st marks the start of 10 Years of Impact. $50,000+ will be invested by the end of 2026. 💫

Women in Power Empowering is proof of the power of collective giving and community impact.

Cheers to a decade of empowering women. The best is yet to come ✨
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03/28/2026

We are excited to announce our transition to a new grant cycle.

Beginning April 1, the Women Impact Grant will replace our previous funding opportunities—bringing them together into one unified cycle with multiple funding categories. This grant will support Tarrant County micro-nonprofits and women pursuing educational and professional development opportunities.

The application will be open April 1 through May 31, with award notifications in July. Grantees will be recognized at our annual Black Philanthropy Month fundraiser in August.

Spread the word and follow us—more details coming April 1.

03/27/2026

As we close out Women’s History Month, we want to shine a light on what makes Women in Power Empowering so special.

At the heart of our organization are women who believe deeply in the power of collective giving. Our members come from a wide range of professional backgrounds—social work, nonprofit management, mental health, entrepreneurship, real estate, and corporate leadership. Each brings her own expertise, perspective, and lived experience to the table.

But what truly unites us is something greater.

It’s a shared commitment to giving.
A shared belief in uplifting women.
A shared vision for creating lasting change.

Together, we are not just supporting women in Tarrant County—we are investing in a more sustainable, equitable future where women can thrive, lead, and build legacies of their own.

This is the power of women coming together with purpose. 🤎
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