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Announcing Independence and Name Change |
We, at the WNY Women's Fund, are excited for the upcoming announcement of the transition to The WNY Women's Foundation, Inc. as of January 1, 2012. The organization, formerly a program of the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County and the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, will be a separate 501(c) 3 organization.
The WNY Women's Foundation will have greater ability to advocate on behalf of women and girls on critical issues impacting their lives. According to Heather Filipowicz, executive director of the Foundation, "The United Way and Community Foundation have been wonderful partners to the organization and we are grateful for their support and the resources they have provided. We believe that we are now poised for the next level of systems change work, including advocacy, and support for women and girls. Becoming a standalone organization will give us greater flexibility in how we can tackle some of the most pressing issues facing females in our community."
In addition to the name change, The WNY Women's Foundation will also unveil a new brand identity that includes an updated logo for the organization. A formal announcement to supporters, partners and community leaders is scheduled for February. The Foundation will remain in their current offices at 742 Delaware Ave. in the United Way building.
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Supporting the WNY Women's Fund
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As this year comes to a close, we are reflecting on the significant impact that we have been able to achieve with you by our side. The New Year brings tremendous opportunities that will allow us to make a greater change in the lives of women and girls. Be a part of our inspiring initiatives by designating your year-end gift to the WNY Women's Fund!
Please note: Time is running out for donors who are 70 1/2 or older to make a "Charitable IRA Rollover Gift" to their favorite charity before the end of this year. To derive this tax-free benefit you must instruct your IRA Administrator to transfer the funds directly from your IRA to a charity, such WNY Women's Fund, by December 31, 2011.
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Out of School Time (OST) Pilot Program Launch
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The launch of the Out of School Time (OST) Pilot Program was celebrated at the kickoff event on Monday, December 5, 2011. The kickoff event, held at School #59, announced one of the largest and most innovative pilot projects of the WNY Women's Fund to date. According to Buffalo Public Schools Interim Superintendent Amber M. Dixon, "This initiative sets a new standard in the quality of after-school programs. We're developing a model that can be individualized in each school, and takes student culture into account. Implementing national best practices and integrating staff knowledge at the school level, this pilot has the potential to set citywide high quality standards in out of school time."
Read the full OST Pilot Press Release
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 The Fall in Fashion (FiF) Luncheon, held at The Buffalo Club on Friday, November 4th, was a great success! Thanks to the hard work of the Co-Chairs Lee Campbell, Michele Lee, Kristin Somers, and the FiF Committee, the event raised over $55,000 to be used towards upcoming initiatives and programs.
Sensational items, showcased and bid on by over 250 guests in the ticket raffle, included exquisite handbags, jewelry, and a variety of other fabulous high-end designer items and services. Thank you to ADAM and Tony Walker & Company for producing the marvelous fashion show!
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Announcing Misha Russo as New Director of Development & Communication |
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The WNY Women's Fund is very excited to welcome Misha Russo as the new Director of Development and Communications. A Buffalo native, Misha Russo returned home after studying at the University of Dayton and subsequently beginning her non-profit career in Cleveland at the National Conference for Community and Justice.
Her passion for Buffalo's growth, as well as proximity to friends and family, brought Misha home in 2004. Since then, she has worked and volunteered in a variety of community efforts, including: managing the opening of Asbury Hall, Ani DiFranco's downtown venue, gallery, and offices; co-chairing the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure; and Managing the Special Events team for Roswell Park's Alliance Foundation. Misha lives in the city along with her husband, Jeff, and 1-year old son Henry. Her favorite activities are walking in the Elmwood Village and running.
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WNY Women's Fund
742 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, New York 14209
(716) 887-2777
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