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We are a volunteer-led, diverse group with a common goal–to help all Delaware women and girls reach their full potential.

We work to attract new philanthropists for our statewide organization because together we are making a difference! In 1993 sixteen visionary women philanthropists were concerned about a lack of support for women and girls in poverty in Delaware. They researched the status of women and children in poverty and learned that services were limited and underfunded. The group proceeded to gather a core of women Founders and created the Fund for Women at the Delaware Community Foundation. The group’s initial goal was 1,000 women contributing $1,000 each to establish a $1 million endowment. Their goal was reached in 2010 and now the Fund for Women (FFW) has far surpassed their goal with an endowment of $5 million and over 2,000 “Founders.”

100% of donations paid toward becoming a Founder are placed in the endowment fund and are applied to our mission.

10/26/2026

We are less than 2 weeks away from our Annual Fashion Show in Sussex County, and so happy to introduce our newest sponsor, Janney Montgomery Scott to the event. Special thanks for Founder Peni Warren on helping us with this sponsor - we look forward to welcoming them to this sold-out show on November 8th at the Rehoboth Beach Country Club!

10/02/2026

The Fund for Women First Founders’ Breakfast is almost here! ✨

Join us to celebrate the power of collective philanthropy to empower women and girls in the First State.

We’ll present the 2026 First Founders’ Award to Pam Cornforth for her integrity, leadership, and commitment to Delaware philanthropy—and to improving the lives of others in our community.

Together, we’ll celebrate our Founders, donors, sponsors, Grantees, and all those who are creating lasting change for women and girls in Delaware.

Together, we’re empowering women and girls to thrive!

🎟️ Get your tickets now before they sell out!

Join me at the Fund for Women's Fall Breakfast at the Chase Center!

07/01/2026

A very special thank you to Joe Gfaller and Clear Space Theatre in Rehoboth, for donating 50% of their tickets to tonight’s performance of Mean Girls to the Fund for Women’s endowment to help women and girls in Delaware. Sussex Treasurer Kelly Sheridan was on hand and given two minutes to explain the fund and accept the “big check.” Total donated should be coming in a few weeks and totaling around $3,500!

06/27/2026

SEEKING NOMINATIONS FOR THE FIRST FOUNDERS' AWARD

In 1993, a group of visionary women established the Fund for Women with a bold belief: together, we could make a lasting difference for women and girls in Delaware.

Today, we honor that legacy through the First Founders' Award, recognizing a Founder whose exceptional generosity, community leadership, and philanthropic spirit have inspired others and created meaningful impact.

Do you know a Founder who embodies these qualities? We invite you to submit a
nomination. https://fundforwomende.com/first-founders-award-nomination-form/

Nominations are due by August 1.

Help us celebrate the women whose vision, leadership, and generosity continue to
shape our community for the better.

06/27/2026

SEEKING NOMINATIONS
for the Fund for Women First Founders' Award

In 1993, a group of visionary women established the Fund for Women with a bold belief: together, we could make a lasting difference for women and girls in Delaware.

Today, we honor that legacy through the First Founders' Award, recognizing a Founder whose exceptional generosity, community leadership, and philanthropic spirit have inspired others and created meaningful impact.

Do you know a Founder who embodies these qualities? We invite you to submit a nomination.
Nominations close August 1.

Help us celebrate the women whose vision, leadership, and generosity continue to shape our community for the better.
https://fundforwomende.com/first-founders-award-nomination-form/

06/04/2026

05/15/2026

This week, Fund for Women awarded $234,145 in grants to 17 Delaware nonprofits dedicated to empowering women and girls across our state.

A heartfelt thank you to our Grants Committee for their dedication and hard work, and to our Sponsors and Founders for making this impact possible. Together, we are creating opportunities, strengthening communities, and changing lives.

05/01/2026

Another wonderful day of education, networking, prizes, fun and laughs! Thank you to our sponsors, our vendors, our guests and the wonderful crew at Baywood Greens Clubhouse for their hospitality. 6 new Founders signed up, and a $1,000 donation at the event to support empowering women and girls in Delaware.

04/27/2026

THIS THURSDAY! Our 2nd Annual Women's Forum is taking place and we are SO honored to welcome Easterseals of Delaware & Maryland's Eastern Shore as a new sponsor! Come learn about health, finance, technology, and more at this all day event on Thursday at Baywood Greens in Millsboro. Tickets available at www.fundforwomende.com

04/25/2026

FFW will award $234,145 to 17 nonprofits serving women and girls in Delaware on May 13th. Attend the Grant Awards Celebration: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/2026GrantsAttend
Join our growing list of Event Sponsors: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/Grants2026Sponsor

Address

P O Box 15101
Newark, DE
19711

Website

https://fundforwomende.com/

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