The Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County (WGF) is accepting letters of intent for grants it will award in 2023. The WGF will award grants up to $20,000 each for selected programs or projects.

The WGF, established in 2004, seeks to aid and enrich the lives of women and girls so they become thriving residents of their communities. Each year, the WGF awards grants to local nonprofit agencies to support projects and programs that provide opportunities for women and girls of all ages. Grants are awarded for specific, measurable programs that advance the health and well-being, self-sufficiency and empowerment of women and girls in Waukesha County. 

In 2022, the WGF awarded grants totaling nearly $154,900 to 14 area nonprofit organizations. Since its inception, the WGF has awarded more than $1.4 million in grants to county-wide nonprofit organizations focused on improving the lives of women and girls in our community.

Letters of intent for 2023 grants are due in the WGF office by noon on Friday, January 13, 2023. Applicants may submit letters of intent for more than one program or project. Applicants will be notified by Wednesday, February 1, 2023, if they are selected to submit a full grant proposal.

Who inspires you by her initiative, selfless dedication and the impact she makes in the lives of others in Waukesha County?

Do you know a woman who should be honored as a Woman of Distinction or a Young Woman of Tomorrow?

The Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County is seeking nominations for its prestigious 2023 awards:

• Woman of Distinction: Recognizing women who have demonstrated their passion and commitment to improving the quality of life in Waukesha County while inspiring other women and girls to do the same.

• Young Woman of Tomorrow: Recognizing a young woman in high school, college or advanced training in Waukesha County, under age 25, who has demonstrated a commitment to improving the quality of life in Waukesha County through extracurricular and academic involvement.

The 2023 award honorees will be recognized at the 39^th annual Women of Distinction event on Friday, May 12, 2023 at the Brookfield Conference Center.

WOMEN OF DISTINCTION LUNCHEON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Are you or your organization interested? As a sponsor, you honor role models, support programs that change lives and connect with people who share your passion for helping women and girls achieve a brighter future.

Click here to learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits.

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