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Philanthropic Giving by and for Women on the Rise, Study Finds

"Women are a rising force in philanthropy," said Christine Grumm, president and CEO of the Women's Funding Network. "This report demonstrates the power women-led solutions have in creating sustainable change in communities."

New York, NY and San Francisco — June 23, 2009. Foundation giving specifically targeted to benefit women and girls has surpassed the rate of overall foundation giving in recent years, and women's funds are a rapidly growing and influential force within philanthropy, according to a new report jointly released today by The Foundation Center and the Women's Funding Network.

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June 23, 2009 - 4:pm

Network News June 2009

Blogging Tips; Conference 2009 Videos, and 2010 Planning; New Member Services and more!

Welcome to the June Newsletter. This month, the newsletter and our First Friday Conversation are focused on how a successful blog can help tell the story of and fuel the work we do.

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Conference 2009 Session - Communications: Blogging Demystified

Do you want a more interactive online presence?  Do you need to attract new audiences to your work? 

Presented at the 2009 Conference Investing in Women: Worldwide Return in Atlanta, Georgia.

88 Days Campaign

This year our funds are working to Secure Women's Livelihoods in Hong Kong, and Cooking up a Revolution for women around the world. Find out how you can be involved.

Learn about 88 ways you can TAKE ACTION to cook up a revolution and secure women's livelihoods worldwide!

Join the Women's Funding Network, HER Fund and Mama Cash for the 88 Days Campaign.

The 88 Days Campaign was established by HER Fund in Hong Kong. The campaign takes place every year during the 88 days between International Human Rights Day on December 10th and International Women's Day on March 8th.

The Indigenous Women's Fund of the International Indigenous Women’s Forum

As the economic and philanthropic arm of the International Indigenous Women's Forum (IIWF/FIMI), the Indigenous Women's Fund (IWF) is a grantmaking body that will provide long-term and flexible funding for Indigenous women's organizations.

Delta Research and Education Foundation

The Delta Research and Educational Foundation (DREF) is the premier national and global research and educational organization supporting the socio-economic empowerment of African-American women and their families.

DREF was established by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation. A major component and program of DREF, The Center for Research for African  American Women serves as a comprehensive database and resource on Africa-American Women and honors their roles and contributions in building the United States.

The Annie E. Casey Foundation (Associate Member)

Since 1948, the Annie E. Casey Foundation has worked to build better futures for disadvantaged children and their families in the United States. The primary mission of the Foundation is to foster public policies, human service reforms, and community supports that more effectively meet the needs of today's vulnerable children and families.

AARP Foundation (Associate Member)

The AARP Foundation is AARP’s affiliated charity. We offer direct community services, education programs and information that provide security, protection and empowerment as people age.

 

Institute for Women's Policy Research (Associate Member)

The Institute for Women's Policy Research conducts rigorous research and disseminates its findings to address the needs of women, promote public dialogue, and strengthen families, communities, and societies.

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