Washington Area Women's Foundation

Washington Area Women's Foundation Investing in the power of women and girls of color for over 27 years!

Today is Give 8/28, one powerful day to invest in Black-led and Black-benefiting organizations.For 28 years, Washington ...
08/28/2026

Today is Give 8/28, one powerful day to invest in Black-led and Black-benefiting organizations.

For 28 years, Washington Area Women’s Foundation has shown up, invested boldly, and kept our word. We’ve built trust, a strong track record, and a legacy of moving resources where they can make a real difference.

Impact doesn’t happen by accident. It takes intentional investment.

Today, we’re asking you to invest in what works and help us continue building a region where women and girls can thrive.

28 years. One powerful day. Let’s keep going. Donate at wawf.org/2026give828

08/03/2026

Some stories deserve more than a headline. They deserve a documentary.

Our President is a respected thought leader in the philanthropic space, and her voice is helping shape an important conversation.

We’re proud to share that Tamara has been invited to be featured in a powerful documentary set to premiere later this year.

We can’t wait to share more.

To be continued… 👀 🎬

When women and girls thrive, entire communities do too.That's why our work goes beyond a single issue. We're advancing m...
07/22/2026

When women and girls thrive, entire communities do too.

That's why our work goes beyond a single issue. We're advancing maternal health, expanding access to early care and education, investing in future leaders, supporting educational success, and strengthening Black women leaders.

Every program. Every investment. Every step forward matters.

Learn more at wawf.org.

Monday Motivation 💭If you could give your younger self one piece of advice, what would it be?Maybe it's trust yourself m...
07/20/2026

Monday Motivation 💭

If you could give your younger self one piece of advice, what would it be?

Maybe it's trust yourself more.
Maybe it's take the chance.
Maybe it's rest without guilt.
Or maybe it's stop waiting until everything feels perfect.

Drop your advice in the comments. Your words might be exactly what another woman needs to start her week. 💜

We’re Hiring For a Program Officer!⁠ ⁠Are you a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of philanthropy, polic...
07/17/2026

We’re Hiring For a Program Officer!⁠ ⁠

Are you a strategic thinker who thrives at the intersection of philanthropy, policy, and community?⁠ ⁠ The Washington Area Women’s Foundation is seeking a full-time Program Officer to lead strategy and grantmaking for our Young Women’s Initiative and Maternal Health and Birth Equity portfolios.⁠ ⁠You'll steward funder collaboratives, engage in policy and advocacy spaces, and help advance systems-change work across DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.⁠ ⁠

This role is perfect for someone deeply committed to gender, racial, and economic justice, and passionate about investing in women and girls of color.⁠ ⁠

If your experience aligns with this opportunity and you're passionate about advancing this work, we'd love to hear from you.

📍 Hybrid – Washington, DC⁠
📅 Apply by July 31, 2026 (5 PM)⁠
📧 Send resume + cover letter to [email protected] with the Subject Line: Program Officer⁠ ⁠

Join us in investing in the power of women and girls across our region. Learn more at https://thewomensfoundation.org/program-officer-position

Investing in women isn't charity. It's strategy.When women thrive, families grow stronger. Businesses succeed. Communiti...
07/14/2026

Investing in women isn't charity. It's strategy.

When women thrive, families grow stronger. Businesses succeed. Communities become healthier and more prosperous.

That's why we invest in women and girls, because when they have the resources, opportunities, and support they deserve, everyone benefits.

The return on investment is immeasurable.

wawf.org/donate

07/07/2026

🌟Meet our 2026 Rock Star Fund Awardees!🌟

We’re thrilled to introduce this year’s Rock Star Fund recipients—young changemakers whose innovative projects are creating brighter futures across the Washington, D.C. region.

Through our Young Women’s Initiative’s participatory grantmaking process, young women and girls review applications and select the awardees. This ensures the people closest to the issues have a voice in shaping the solutions.

Each awardee receives a $2,000 grant to bring their vision to life, transforming ideas into action and investing in the next generation of leaders who are making a difference today.

Since 2019, the Rock Star Fund has been proving that when we trust young people with resources and decision-making power, they create meaningful, lasting change.

Join us in celebrating our 2026 Rock Stars and discover the inspiring projects they’re leading. Visit our website to meet the awardees and learn more about the impact they’re making.

06/29/2026

Proof that some of the most meaningful work happens outside the office. 💜

This past Saturday, our Senior Program Officer, Chika, Director of Communications, Talisa, and Talisa’s 14-year-old daughter, Noelle, rolled up their sleeves to volunteer with our Maternal Health & Birth Equity grantee partner, SheRises, Inc., at their Mommy Closet.

From diaper bags and bassinets to baby clothes, hygiene kits, toys, and strollers, moms were able to access essential items. But the support didn’t stop there. Each mom also received one-on-one sessions to set personal goals that the SheRises team will continue to support and track over time.

As SheRises President Sherise shared, “This is what Washington Area Women’s Foundation’s investment helps make possible.”

Moments like these are a powerful reminder that investing in community organizations means investing in healthier moms, stronger families, and brighter futures. We’re proud to stand alongside partners who transform investment into lasting impact.

And yes—we smiled when we realized it. Sherise (founder’s name)… SheRises (organization’s name). Some names are simply meant for the work they’re called to do.

Last week, our Program Officers, Chika and Faith, represented the Washington Area Women’s Foundation at Pride in the DMV...
06/23/2026

Last week, our Program Officers, Chika and Faith, represented the Washington Area Women’s Foundation at Pride in the DMV: A Stop on the Funders for LGBTQ Issues National Tour, hosted in partnership with the Meyer Foundation.

The gathering brought together funders, advocates, artists, and community leaders to celebrate q***r artistry and organizing across the Washington region while exploring the current LGBTQ+ funding landscape and the role philanthropy can play through deeper investment, partnership, and accountability.

We are grateful to Funders for LGBTQ Issues for convening this important space and to the artists, organizers, and advocates whose work continues to advance equity, belonging, and justice throughout the DMV and beyond.

06/15/2026

Last Thursday, we had the privilege of celebrating our Founder and President, Dr. Tamara Wilds Lawson, as she received the 2026 Equity Award from the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Metropolitan Washington, DC Chapter.

The evening was a powerful reminder of what is possible when leaders, advocates, and organizations come together to advance equity and create opportunities for women and girls. We were honored to witness and celebrate the incredible impact of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women throughout the District of Columbia and the broader region.

Dr. Lawson was recognized for her leadership in philanthropy and her unwavering commitment to investing in women, families, and communities through the work of the Washington Area Women’s Foundation. Her vision continues to help create pathways to opportunity, economic mobility, and lasting change for generations to come.

Congratulations to Dr. Lawson and all of the remarkable honorees whose work is making a difference across our region. We are grateful to the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Metropolitan Washington, DC Chapter, for this recognition and for their continued dedication to service, advocacy, and empowerment.

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