Women's Foundation Hosts a National Conversation about Family Economic Security and Memphis HOPE
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The excitement of the Memphis HOPE Learning Tour can still be felt throughout the city from the events hosted by the Women's Foundation on September 21 and 22. Through our leadership, we assembled over 350 people - funders, elected officials, government agencies, and non-profit organizations - representing diverse sectors of the community. This dynamic group of individuals joined in a national conversation about the health and wellbeing of the city, as well as the power of women's leadership to frame the conversation around opportunities for innovative strategies. This engagement clearly demonstrates the power of partnerships and collaborations in support of our work to find real solutions for low-income families. Thank you to all who participated.
It was an honor and a pleasure to share our work with our local partners and national foundations, led by Executive Director Anne Mosle and the Ascend Family Economic Security Program at the Aspen Institute. The theme of the Learning Tour, "I Am Memphis HOPE," resonates in a powerful video presentation. Please take a moment to be inspired by the personal perspectives of our Memphis HOPE families.
View photos from the Memphis HOPE Ascend Learning Tour. |
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Women's Foundation Announces 2011-2012 Grantee Partners
Leveraging our resources for greater impact, the Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis (WFGM) partners with non- profit agencies who provide direct services that equip women and families to reach economic independence. Our unique model of effectively allocating funding is the cornerstone of our philanthropic investment in the Memphis community. Since 1996, the Women's Foundation has awarded $5.8 million dollars to 362 programs. Through our support to the community we impact the lives of 15,875 individuals each year. We are pleased to announce 2011-2012 investment of $600,000 in the areas of grant- making, research and advocacy. |
To commemorate this success, WFGM will host its 2011 Annual Grants Showcase and Volunteer Appreciation at Hilton Memphis (939 Ridge Lake Blvd.) on Monday, October 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. This dynamic event celebrates the Women's Foundation's impact on social change through philanthropy, grant-making, leadership, research, advocacy and community initiatives.
We will also honor those individuals and groups who have progressed the vision and mission of WFGM through their time, talent and resources. We invite you to join us and learn more about our work. Reserve your seat today. |
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LEADERSHIP
Women's Foundation Board Members Leading the Way
Wendy Shea - Executive Director, CASA of Memphis and Shelby County, Inc. , and appointee to the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth
Susan Stephenson - Co-Chairman and President, Independent Bank, brings a new logo to the downtown Memphis skyline with the bank's expansion to One Commerce Square.
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Promotions and Appointments Women's Funding Network (WFN) introduces its new President and CEO, Michele Ozumba Shante K. Avant - Deputy Director, Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis Kenya Bradshaw - Executive Director, Stand for Children - Tennessee Lisa Muchnick Pote - Senior Vice President, Mid-South Regional Office, Seedco Danielle Schonbaum - Senior Program Associate, Mid-South Regional Office, Seedco
Local Women Leaders Ascending Awards Ruby Bright - Executive Director and CAO, Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis, was named the Minority Advocate of the Year at Minority Enterprise Development (MED) week. Read more ... |
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ADVOCACY IN ACTION
Twelve Women's Funds in the South: Common Context, Collective Impact
Women's funds offer a unique model for philanthropy that creates deep-rooted, systemic change through the empowerment of women and girls. WFGM is one of 12 women's funds working collectively to address the critical issues affecting women in the southern United States. Read the report...
Human Trafficking in Tennessee and America -
Efforts to Combat This Epidemic
Wednesday, October 19, 2011 | Tennessee State Capitol
WFGM joins A Bridge of Hope in the fight against human trafficking. Hosted by Tennessee State Representative Karen Camper and the Tennessee Women's Legislative Caucus.
October marks a month of focus on two important issues close to the heart of WFGM - World Poverty and Domestic Violence.
Top 10 Striking Findings from the Latest Data on Poverty
Comparison of Shelby County, State of Tennessee and National Poverty Rates
International day for the eradication of poverty
Monday, October 17, 2011
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Rally -
Purple Lifeline Toward Hope and Healing
Thursday, October 27, 2011 | Children's Museum of Memphis
hosted by the Erase Domestic Crime Collaborative |
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GRANTEE AND COMMUNITY PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
Advance Memphis Brings Hope to South Memphis
 Advance Memphis was formed in 1999 to help bring economic self-sufficiency to the people in the Cleaborn/Foote Homes public housing development in South Memphis. Located in the heart of the current HOPE VI Cleaborn Homes revitalization project, Executive Director Steve Nash and the Advance Memphis team are a Memphis HOPE community partner providing vital training and support to all residents of the 38126 area, the third poorest zip code in the nation.
From the beginning, Steve says that Advance's programs have been founded on relationships. Through personal relationships with their friends in the neighborhood, Advance seeks to bring the hope, knowledge, resources and skills that can help individuals overcome roadblocks and move towards financial independence.
In 2011, 115 Jobs for Life graduates have gone to work, with an average of 70 employed every day through Advance Memphis Staffing. Over 100 additional students will graduate from Jobs for Life by the end of the year, and 10 graduates have already received their GEDs. Advance's economic impact is estimated to be $9.60 for every dollar invested in the non-profit. (Younger Associates)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
2011 Grants Showcase and
Volunteer Recognition
Monday, October 24, 2011
5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Hilton Memphis
939 Ridge Lake Blvd.
Reserve your seat today.
Holiday Tributes 
Honor someone special by making a
donation of $25 or more to the
Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis,
and we'll mail a holiday greeting card
to your loved one! Learn more ...
On Cable Tonight Show with the Women's Foundation Cable TV 17 Tuesday, October 25, 2011 6:30 p.m.
Voices of the South presents the play, "For Goodness Sake" Saturday, November 5 at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, November 6 at 2:00 p.m. TheatreSouth 1000 S. Cooper "For Goodness Sake" tells the story of
one woman's struggle to free herself from
a past that includes violence, racism,
sexism and religious oppression.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Administrative Help
Receptionist
Data Entry
Social Media support
Email Jacqueline E. Oselen at jackieoselen@wfgm.org or
call 901.578.9346 x212 to volunteer
Events 2011 Grants Showcase and
Volunteer Recognition Monday, October 24, 2011 Email Jacqueline E. Oselen at jackieoselen@wfgm.org or
call 901.578.9346 x212 to volunteer Phonathon Tuesday, November 15, 2011 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women 6225 Humphreys Blvd. Email Tracy Burgess
at tracyburgess@wfgm.org or
call 901.578.9346. Incentive prizes, food
and beverages will be provided. |
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Save the Dates
2012 Legends Award Reception
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Peabody Hotel Memphis
149 Union Ave.
Now accepting
2012 Legends Award Nominations
Download the nomination form
2012 Annual Tribute Luncheon
and Symposium
Thursday, April 26, 2012
11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Memphis Cook Convention Center
255 N. Main
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Share a Story of Women's Achievements!
If you have a story about a phenomenal woman who is impacting the community, transforming women's lives and the face of poverty and supporting the work of the Women's Foundation, we want to hear from you! Please make suggestions or submit information regarding potential
e-news stories to jackieoselen@wfgm.org or call 901.578.9346 x212. |
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