Women of Color in Fundraising and Philanthropy (WOC)®

Year-end is around the corner! Here are some tips to help you maximize your 2024 fundraising efforts: 1️⃣ A well-organized system means smoother processing for new gifts and donor info as year-end giving ramps up. 2️⃣Personalizing your approach for different groups can help boost engagement and make your appeal even stronger. Learn more about best practices: https://lnkd.in/eXYjpSYz

We’re proud to have the support of CCS Fundraising for this year’s WOC Symposium! Since 1947, CCS has empowered nonprofits across the globe to achieve their fundraising goals and address some of the most important causes in history. Their strategic, customized approach helps organizations expand their impact—locally, nationally, and globally. Sending gratitude to CCS Fundraising as we work together to advance equity in philanthropy. RSVP for the 2024 WOC Symposium here: https://lnkd.in/eJCznpBy Learn more about our sponsors at woc-fp.com.

It’s an exciting #WeekWithWOC! Early registration for our 2024 WOC Symposium is ending soon—secure your spot and be part of this immersive experience empowering women of color in philanthropy. Don’t miss upcoming events like Mentor Match, Check-in Chicas, and take advantage of our exclusive 20% off PhilanthroTees sale, available for a limited time only. Shop, learn, and connect with us all season long at woc-fp.com.

We’re thrilled to announce Deborah Koenigsberger Fashion Trailblazer and Owner of Noir et Blanc and Founder & CEO of Hearts of Gold, as our Keynote Conversation Special Guest for the 2024 WOC Symposium! Since 1994, Deborah has been making a difference in the lives of over 38,000 homeless and low-income single mothers and their children. Her organization, Hearts of Gold, provides the tools, education, and support they need to overcome poverty and break the cycle of homelessness. She began the charity after seeing the plight of unhoused people near her fashion boutique, Noir et Blanc, in Manhattan. Register now to learn more about Deborah's inspiring work and view our line-up of speakers: https://lnkd.in/eJCznpBy

Less than 2%. That’s how much of all philanthropic funding is directed to women and girls’ organizations. It’s time to flip the script. This Friday, October 11th, we’re proud to stand alongside the Women’s Philanthropy Institute and a coalition of powerful women's organizations for #GivetoWomenandGirlsDay. This celebration calls attention to the critical funding gap, mobilizing resources to create lasting change. Space is limited. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/efydZJ_Q

This #WeekWithWOC, we’re diving into powerful conversations about equity and leadership ahead of the upcoming 2024 WOC Symposium. Join us as we also prepare to celebrate #GivetoWomenandGirlsDay this Friday, October 11th, another reminder of our unwavering commitment to advancing women of color in all sectors. Head to woc-fp.com to register now and learn more about our upcoming events and promotions.

Calling all current and prospective participants! Our Mentor Match & Check-in Chicas Fall Roundup Events are happening on October 24th! Mentor Match connects WOC with experienced leaders for 1:1 guidance and professional growth while Check-in Chicas offers monthly peer-to-peer sessions for support and accountability on your career journey. Learn more and apply: https://lnkd.in/etqNpCYh

We’re excited to partner with The New York Women's Foundation, our Presenting Sponsor for the 2024 WOC Symposium, as we continue to push for transformative change in philanthropy. Both WOC and The New York Women’s Foundation are dedicated to shifting the power of decision-making into the hands of communities, supporting grassroots movements, and ensuring equity for women and girls. Early registration for the WOC Symposium is now open! Register today: https://lnkd.in/eJCznpBy #WOC2024Symposium #NYWF

Less than 2% of all philanthropic support goes to women and girls, but together we can change that. WOC is proud to be an Anchor Partner for #GivetoWomenandGirlsDay on October 11th, collaborating with Amplify Her Foundation and the Women’s Philanthropy Institute to close this gap. Register today and help redefine the future of giving: https://lnkd.in/ePq4QdXK

#LatinaEqualPayDay reminds us how far we still have to go in closing the wage gap for women of color. More than just numbers, today highlights the everyday realities of unfair compensation and missed opportunities for Latina women across industries. At WOC, we’re committed to breaking down these barriers and pushing for equity for all.