News Women’s Foundation of Alabama awards $1.2 million to accelerate economic opportunities 46 Alabama-based programs and organizations across 44 counties received the awards. StaffFebruary 16, 2024
State Chamber CEO, Ainsworth to address child care at foundation event The event, "Clearing the Path: The Business Case for Child Care," will be held on Jan. 25 in Birmingham. StaffJanuary 17, 2024
State Women’s Foundation launches ambitious Watershed Campaign The campaign aims to raise $7.5 million for a historic economic leap to empower 10,000 women. Bill BrittDecember 14, 2023
State Women’s Foundation opens applications for 2024 Policy Institute Fellowship The institute offers an experiential learning opportunity geared towards fostering community leaders adept in public policy advocacy. StaffOctober 10, 2023
State Women’s Foundation launches grant cycle to accelerate economic opportunity for women This marks the first time the grant cycle will be open to local, community-based organizations across Alabama. StaffAugust 2, 2023
News Women’s Foundation opens new headquarters In 2022, the Women’s Foundation secured over $700,000 for organizations serving women in 21 counties. Samuel StettheimerJune 9, 2023
State Women’s Foundation of Alabama names new chief operating officer LaShundra Pinkard has been named chief operating officer. StaffJanuary 13, 2023
State Report: Women are critical to Alabama’s economy, yet barriers remain The report found women generate $43 billion in earnings annually but earn on average 67 cents for every dollar earned by men. Eddie BurkhalterMay 13, 2022
News Women’s Foundation of Alabama convenes women fellows Women’s Policy Institute Fellows have played key roles in the passage of meaningful legislation for Alabama women and girls. StaffApril 25, 2022