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Women's Giving Circle of Howard County eNews
A monthly overview of WGC news and information 
January 2010

Be Informed!
Register Online Now for The WGC & Columbia Foundation's The Women's Joint Celebration of Women's Philanthropy...


"Women's Philanthropy: Empowerment, Passion & Impact"
Wednesday, March 3, 2010, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

A Joint Celebration of Women's Philanthropy with the Columbia Foundation!  Keynote speaker Sondra Shaw-Hardy, noted philanthropist, co-founder of the  Women's Philanthropy Institute, author of the upcoming book "Women's Philanthropy: Boldly Shaping a Better World", and creator of the 9 "c's" of why women give. 
Featuring the "Power of the Purse" Auction, showcasing purses created by local women artists in celebration of the 9 "c's" of why women give.

Be Engaged!
An anonymous donor challenges WGC donors...
During the WGC's Annual Appeal, an anonymous donor challenged WGC donors to raise $1,000 in 24 hours with the promise of a $1,000 matching donation.  Not only was the goal met, but it was surpassed in only two hours!  What a great example of the power of women's giving!
We invite you to join this movement and invest your charitable dollars in the Women's Giving Circle today!
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Be Involved!
Join our social networking community...
The power of social networking is undeniable and its ability to inform, educate and impact is growing daily.  We witnessed the power of social networking during our recent Annual Appeal during which a "viral" matching challenge become an exciting and successful fundraising appeal. 
The WGC's presence on Facebook and Twitter give you - our donors - the opportunity to be an active part of the WGC community.  With up-to-the-minute information on events and community needs, these social networking sites allow the WGC to more effectively impact our community and inform others of the needs of women and girls in our county.  It only takes the click of a button to join us in this exciting journey.  Friend and follow us!

Honor Cards
Honor your loved ones on Valentine's Day with a WGC Honor Card
What could be a better way to show your love this Valentine's Day?  Share your passion for supporting women and girls in Howard County with the people you care about by making a donation in their honor. 
Save the Date!
"Nana, Mom and Me" Screening
Tuesday, February 2, 7pm-9pm, Miller Branch Library 

The WGC sponsors a screening of this moving documentary that explores mother-daughter relationships in three generations of the same family.  This award-winning film explores the necessary compromises and anxieties required when raising children and pursuing a career.  A discussion will follow the viewing and refreshments will be served. 



STEM Event
Sunday, March 14, 2010, 3-5pm, Kossiakoff Center, APL.
The WGC will once again present Girl Power. Reach for the Sky.  This symposium exposes career opportunities for the women of tomorrow in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics. 

Click here for information on other upcoming events
The Response Network
It has been a busy season for the WGC Response Network.  WGC donors opened their hearts and wallets and very generously responded to the emergency requests of two Howard County non-profits. 

In November, Healthy Families, a program of Family and Children's Services, received over $500 to assist a single mother with a car repair.  This support allowed her to continue to attend nursing school, uninterrupted by transportation issues.

In December, donors provided $900 to Grassroots to prevent foreclosure on the home of an 82 year old single woman in Howard County.  She was able to retain her independence and vitality with the help of our donors. 

Just this month, $1000 helped a hardworking FIRN client from the Congo retain her electricity.  Thank you for your continued generosity!
Ways to Support the WGC
Learn about additional ways to Get Involved
WGC in the Community!
WGC was pleased to co-sponsor "Womenonmics" on January 11, featuring NYT best-selling authors Claire Shipman & Katty Kay.

Thank you to all who participated in the Lord & Taylor Benefit Bash event in November.  WGC shoppers and volunteers contributed to the success of this event!

thanksgivingThe WGC sponsored a Thanksgiving Dinner with Healthy Families of Howard County.  WGC donors, advisory board members, volunteers and their families joined Healthy Families for a Thanksgiving Celebration at Slayton House.  A special thanks to all of our volunteers.


All WGC donors are leveraging their dollars for change, and having a profound effect on the growth of women's giving in Howard County.  We have established a variety of giving levels with the overall goal of being as inclusive as possible.

EDITOR:  Megan Bruno

WGC's eNews ... Women's Philanthropy at Work

This eNewsletter is an ongoing source of news and information on the Women's Giving Circle of Howard County (WGC) and on women's philanthropy news in general.   The WGC is a fund of The Columbia Foundation, Howard County's Community Foundation