Women Donors Network | November 2021

Monthly Archives: November 2021

Funding the Frontlines: $1.75 M Grantmaking Update

We are proud to share an update about our collective grantmaking. At WDN we are moving $1.75 million in funding to 17 impactful organizations that are building power where it is so desperately needed. Thanks to the collective investment of this network, we are able to continue mobilizing critical funding to support the work of our grantees across the country.
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Voter Formation Project Is Changing How We Mobilize Voters

In October we hosted Change How We Mobilize Voters Digitally, a webinar featuring Voter Formation Project (VFP). WDN is a proud funder of VFP. Founded by Tatenda Musapatike, VFP’s innovative digital mobilization and organizing strategies push back against voter suppression efforts and make it easier for communities of color to vote.
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Meet Our Three New Board Members: Suhad Babaa, Ellie Friedman & Nadia Ismail

Suhad Babaa (she/her/hers) What led to your interest in joining the WDN Board? I was told once that no matter what you do, you should make sure you do it with good people. Those that I have come to know in WDN’s community – its leadership and staff, members and importantly, its partners – are all kind, thoughtful, and strategic.
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Highlights from WDN Connect: Shine On

WDN Connect: Shine On crackled with energy. Over the span of three days, we heard from leaders who are shaping a new vision for action, rebuilding our democracy, and continuing to push philanthropy to respond to the moment. Take a look at highlights from our conference!
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