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Women's Philanthropy

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We're the Women's Philanthropy Institute (WPI) at @IUPhilanthropy. We study how and why gender matters in philanthropy. #WomensPhilanthropy

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Missed our webinar on women’s philanthropy? Catch key takeaways on investing in women, media’s role in gender equity, and closing the STEM gap. Watch here: youtu.be/D40QV7EWknU #WomenGive

Missed our webinar on women’s philanthropy? Catch key takeaways on investing in women, media’s role in gender equity, and closing the STEM gap. Watch here: youtu.be/D40QV7EWknU #WomenGive
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Women are driving a new era of philanthropy, shaping how and where giving happens. Our research highlights the growing impact of women’s giving. Leaders like Melinda French Gates & MacKenzie Scott are paving the way. Read more: tinyurl.com/3sfffayf #WomenGive

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Exciting news! Jacqueline Ackerman, Interim Director of Women's Philanthropy, will be speaking at #AFPICON 2025 in Seattle, April 25–27! She’ll share 20 years of research on women’s philanthropy—and practical strategies to grow giving by and for women. #WomenGive #Philanthropy

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Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Fdn is investing $15M in local orgs — supporting women entrepreneurs & long-term resilience in Barbados. It’s a trust-based, impact-driven approach — just like WPI research shows women donors prefer. 🔗 tinyurl.com/3h7ha8yj #WomenGive

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This #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, United Health Foundation is granting $7M to improve maternal and infant care in underserved areas. As WPI’s data shows, less than 2% of giving goes to women & girls. Every dollar counts. 🔗tinyurl.com/mtabz3yy #WomensPhilanthropy

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Melinda French Gates reminds us that philanthropy tackles society’s hardest problems — the ones left behind. 💬 bit.ly/42GOq2f At WPI, we know meaningful change for women & girls is a long game — and worth every step. 💜 #WomensPhilanthropy #GiveToWomenAndGirls

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Why are fewer people giving—even as donation amounts increase? NonProfit PRO explores what this trend means for fundraisers. At WPI, we’re asking: how can nonprofits better connect with today’s donors, especially women? Read more 👉 bit.ly/4lN5jkt #Philanthropy

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Don’t miss CircleUp Louisiana on May 8 at 6PM CT! Join our friends at Philanthropy Together for a free event on using collective giving to uplift women & girls. 💜 Sign up here: bit.ly/4jH5ZGn #GiveToWomenAndGirls #GivingCircles #WomenAndGirls

Don’t miss CircleUp Louisiana on May 8 at 6PM CT!
Join our friends at <a href="/phil_together/">Philanthropy Together</a> for a free event on using collective giving to uplift women &amp; girls. 💜
Sign up here: bit.ly/4jH5ZGn 
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New Center for Effective Philanthropy research challenges the idea that large, one-time gifts destabilize nonprofits. Most recipients of MacKenzie Scott’s unrestricted funds report stronger finances, program growth, and donor momentum — not a funding cliff. 🔗tinyurl.com/2s37urpe #WomenGive

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At #AFPICON2025, WPI’s Jacqueline Ackerman presented our research on women’s giving to 130+ attendees, ​​sparking discussion on systemic gaps in recognizing women donors. We’re also grateful for Outright International who co-led a second session with us focusing on LGBTQ+ donors!

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💐As we reflect on #MothersDay, we honor the women whose giving and caregiving shape a better world. WPI partnered with Google on mothers.day to spotlight maternal health disparities and how you can help make the journey to parenthood equitable for all. #WomenGive

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Congratulations to Melinda French Gates on being named to the #TIME100Health list. Her $1B+ investment through Pivotal Ventures to improve women’s health, fund reproductive rights, and close data gaps exemplifies the power of focused philanthropy. #WomenGive #WomensPhilanthropy

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From increasing access to vaccines to advancing women's health, Melinda French Gates shares how listening, learning, and long-term thinking shaped her philanthropy. More via The Chronicle of Philanthropy: tinyurl.com/4kdb9e26 #WomenGive #WomensPhilanthropy

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Why does funding for women’s & girls’ orgs still lag behind? Join Women's Philanthropy, Stanford Social Innovation Review & DG360 for a free webinar on June 4 at 2PM ET.🎙️ Hear from leaders at Girl Scouts NYC, @MilaanFoundation & more. 🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/4dre5kcj #WomensPhilanthropy

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Attending #PMBA2025? Don’t miss WPI’s Jacquie Ackerman on Thursday at 3:20 PM for a panel on Gender and Philanthropy—exploring what drives women’s giving and how public media can better engage them. 🔗2025.pmbaevents.org/agenda-2025/ #WPI #WomenInPhilanthropy #PublicMedia

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With 32 single women to 38 single men, the TIME100 Philanthropy 2025 List underscores the growing leadership of women in driving the future of giving. tinyurl.com/mv6tpnkt #WPI #TIME100

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Women-led philanthropy is rewriting the rules—mobilizing capital, championing equity, and driving systems change. This Forbes piece highlights how bold ideas and shared action can transform our future. 📖 Read more: tinyurl.com/3bfzabpm #WomenGive

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MacKenzie Scott’s transformative gifts are reshaping local communities in Louisiana—from expanding early education to stabilizing nonprofit infrastructure. Her trust-based model demonstrates the lasting power of women’s giving. tinyurl.com/4ce62f3y #WomensPhilanthropy

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Nine women entrepreneurs were recognized at the #WorldExpo in Osaka with Cartier Women’s Initiative Impact Awards for their work in areas like health and sanitation. Our research explores how women use their resources to lead change across sectors. 🌏 🔗 tinyurl.com/yknnpau2

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"Fund women not as recipients—but as leaders.” 💬 In Ms. Magazine, 6 philanthropic leaders share how giving can transform the lives of women + girls. Read more: tinyurl.com/nhba4b6c #WomenInPhilanthropy #GiveToWomenAndGirls