Women Moving Millions

To close out #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re tapping into the stories of those who fought for financial independence and the legacy they left behind. WMM sat down with Rachel F. Seidman, curator at the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum, to discuss We Do Declare: Women's Voices on Independence—an initiative uncovering how generations of women have defined economic power. Read the full conversation on our website: https://lnkd.in/di3cBtYu

How can unrestricted cash transform philanthropy? WMM Board Member Holly Fogle and the Monarch Foundation are proving its power through The Bridge Project which provides direct cash assistance to mothers and babies who need it most. Inside Philanthropy highlights how the work is being scaled to new communities, driving exponential impact. Congratulations, Holly! Read more:

We're thrilled to share that WMM Member Rachel Foster’s World Without Exploitation is honoring fellow WMM Member Emily Nielsen Jones at its upcoming conference in Washington, DC. A fierce advocate for women and girls impacted by the sex trade, Emily has been a longtime partner in the organization’s mission to end sexual exploitation. It’s inspiring to see WMM members lifting each other up as we work together to power the movement for gender equality. Celebrate Emily and learn more about the June 4–6 conference:

As government funding shrinks, philanthropy leaders gathered at SXSW acknowledged the sector must evolve to meet current challenges, writes Devex EVP & Executive Editor Kate Warren, reflecting on a series of discussions that took place at the Austin event earlier this month. She says funders are rethinking risk, power distribution, and spending pace, while exploring trust-based models that empower communities. It’s an approach long embraced by women, who are poised to control more global wealth than men within a decade and are reshaping the future of funding toward more flexible, impact-focused giving. Our CEO Sarah Haacke Byrd put it succinctly: "If you’re not thinking about aligning your investing dollars with your mission, then you’re leaving a huge social change lever on the sidelines.” Read more of Warren’s Devex piece here:

This #WomensHistoryMonth, let's celebrate the leaders who have shaped the world through their vision and generosity. We asked WMM members: Which feminist philanthropists—past or present—inspire you most? Swipe to see a few of their responses. Who has inspired you?

Women Moving Millions CEO Sarah Haacke Byrd shares a powerful #WomensHistoryMonth message, reminding us that in these unprecedented times, WMM is built for this moment. Read her full message:

During #WomensHistoryMonth, we recognize the power of investing in women and girls to create lasting change. At Women Moving Millions, our members are leading the way in gender lens giving by making bold $1M commitments—but what drives them? We asked them: Why do you prioritize gender lens giving? Swipe to see their answers, and join the conversation in the comments.

?? We’re Hiring! Women Moving Millions is looking for a visionary Chief Philanthropy Officer to join our senior leadership team. This is an incredible opportunity to drive transformational impact in gender lens philanthropy. Our partners at DSG Global are leading the search. If you or someone in your network is interested, please direct all inquiries, nominations, and applications through their website: https://lnkd.in/eXnAScw9 #Philanthropy #Leadership #Hiring

Congratulations to WMM member Cynda Collins Arsenault for being named a 2025 Global Luminary by the Women's Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF)! ?? "I chose to be part of this powerful movement because I believe in amplifying the voices of women who are courageously driving peace, resilience, and stability in their communities," says Collins Arsenault. Cynda’s commitment to advancing women’s causes in conflict-affected regions worldwide is an inspiration, and this well-deserved recognition underscores the deep impact of her work. Learn more:

#WomensHistoryMonth is a time to reflect, celebrate, and take action. We asked our members what this month means to them—swipe to see their takes. Join the conversation and share your perspective in the comments. What does Women’s History Month mean to you? CC: Sonya Passi Karen Keating Ansara Negar Tayyar S. Mona Sinha