Women's Impact Fund

?? The Women's Impact Fund grant application closes FRIDAY! To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/gw3VFy4p We can't wait to learn more about your important work!

Today, we honor and celebrate the Indigenous Peoples of the United States on National Indigenous People's Day. As the original inhabitants of our nation, their dedication and reverence to the land; rich cultural influence; and historic contributions to our nation have often been overlooked. Join us in celebrating and honoring the Indigenous cultures of the Charlotte region today: The Catawba and Sugaree. You can learn more about their contributions to the land we now call Charlotte, North Carolina in this article: https://ow.ly/tYQm50TElfF

October 11 is International Give to Women and Girls Day! Did you know that less than 2% of total charitable giving goes to women’s and girls’ organizations? This is a great opportunity to highlight the Women and Girls organizations in your community... including the Women's Impact Fund! Join us in giving a donation in honor of the women and girls in your life today to support their growth, resilience, and empowerment. Visit this link to give today: https://ow.ly/vL6n50TEkTh

It's World Mental Health Day, so we thought we'd share some statistics with you about women's mental health. Do any of these statistics surprise you? How do they make you feel? If you found yourself resonating with any of them, you might be interested in our next Social Hour for Social Issues where we are discussing mental health and self-care with a panel of experts on this specific topic. You can find more information at the link in our bio. We look forward to seeing you there! Social Hour for Social Issues: Heart & Soul: A Conversation About Health and Wholehearted Living with Dr. Jonathan Fisher and a Spark Rest & Renewal Award Recipient Monday, October 21, 5:30-7:30pm | Lending Tree HQ, South End, CLT

NEW MEMBER? This post is for you! The Newer Member Orientation on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, is designed to give our latest members an insight into the objectives and framework of Women's Impact Fund. During the session, attendees will get to meet some of the organization's leaders and fellow new members. They will also learn about ways to get involved with the organization. Register today on our website: https://ow.ly/NKqy50TEkJF

Join us this Thursday, October 10 during the noon lunch hour for an informative 40-minute walking tour to hear about the state of the water and tree canopy in Charlotte with John Searby, Executive Director of Catawba Riverkeeper and Heather Brent, Urban Forest Educator of TreesCharlotte A reminder if you are attending: Please wear walking shoes, bring your water bottle, and feel free to bring lunch to eat under our shelter after the presentation. Exact directions will be sent in the reminder the day before the event. See you at Freedom Park at noon on Thursday! Haven't signed up yet? You can still save your spot here: https://ow.ly/oeMh50TwFR3

Thanks to our friends at SHARE Charlotte! We now have a Women's Impact Fund nonprofit partner list on their website. Check out this handy link to see the donation, wishlist, and volunteer needs of our current nonprofit partners all in one place! https://ow.ly/SA6y50TEfX6 ?? WIF Members ?? Stay tuned for even more ways to support our nonprofit partners through events, board service, etc.

Women's Impact Fund is joining nonprofit partner Gardhouse for their SoCap Sioree on Thursday, October 10 -- and we want you there! Join us for this networking event designed to enhance the professional network of local underserved college students through interacting with working professionals (like you!). Attendees will enjoy light refreshments while helping our college interns grow their professional circle. SoCap = social capital. :) When: October 10, 2024 Time: 5:30-7pm Where: Hygge Coworking Jay St. You won't want to miss this experience. To find out more or register on our website: https://ow.ly/R0EO50TBGhY

?? Attention all Charlotte area serving nonprofit organizations! The Women's Impact Fund grant application opens today and runs through October 18! ?? To learn more, visit this website: https://lnkd.in/gWSp_3kq Also, don't miss our grants webinar TODAY! Sign up on our website. We can't wait to learn more about your important work!

We are devastated by the tragedy Hurricane Helene brought to western North Carolina at the end of last week. We know that many of you likely have family and friends in that area, as well. If you are looking for ways to support, consider: The United Way of North Carolina has established a fund to help residents affected by the flooding: https://ow.ly/25as50TzjAC The Community Foundation of Western NC has set up a special relief fund: https://ow.ly/S0rJ50TzjAG Foundation For The Carolinas lists other various ways to support hurricane and other humanitarian disaster recovery efforts: https://ow.ly/PvpB50TzjAE Please consider giving what you can to support our neighbors in the High Country!