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Teen Philanthropists Open Grant for Marginalized Communities in Southern Arizona 

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Teen Philanthropists Open Grant for Marginalized Communities in Southern Arizona  After-school program for teens will award $5,000 to a local non-profit serving BIPOC women   TUCSON, Ariz., (October 12, 2021) Unidas, an award-winning after-school program has announced a request for proposals for a $5,000 grant to benefit nonprofits serving women and girls. This announcement comes during the week of International Day of the Girl, a day dedicated to raising awareness and posing solutions for […]

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After 30 Years, Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona Changes Name, Expands Statewide Reach in Gender Equity Work

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  The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona announced today that it has changed its name to the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona and will expand the scope of its work to more formally include women and girls throughout the state. The Foundation began in 1991 as a scholarship fund for women in Southern […]

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2021 Arizona Legislative Recap

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The 2021 Legislative Session was one of the longest sessions in state history and was flooded with unpredictability. In the end, the Governor signed a $12.8 billion budget. This year, we’ve seen progreshttps://f73c8e1aa0.nxcli.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Newsletter-Graphics-6.pngs in a few key areas including child care, higher education, and health and wellness. There is still so much to do, but […]

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WFSA Announces Board Changes

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Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona Announces Board Changes   The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona (WFSA) is pleased to announce new changes within the board of trustees.   The incoming Board Chair is Gabriela Cervantes, a local business leader, dedicated philanthropist, and longtime supporter and board member. Her longstanding history with WFSA lends to her role, where […]

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Technical Training Program Equips Tucson Mothers for Self-Sufficiency

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Single moms are beginning a new journey towards self-sufficiency with technical education training offered in partnership with the Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona (WFSA) and Pima Community College. The Pathways Program began this week on May 24 and prepares single mothers for careers in growing fields that pay sustainable wages. The program consists of one […]

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Young Teen Philanthropists Partner with Buffalo Exchange to Award $5K to Support LGBTQ+ Seniors

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Unidas, the award-winning after-school teen program run by the Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona (WFSA), has awarded $5,000 in funding to Southern Arizona Senior Pride, a community organization dedicated to serving the LGBTQ+ community.   The award, generously sponsored by Buffalo Exchange, allows Southern Arizona Senior Pride to deliver programming to older adults and people with […]

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Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona Awards $10K to Local Non-Profits

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Harriet Silverman Small Grants Fund Supports Small Organizations Expanding Access for Women and Girls    The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona (WFSA) has awarded $10K in funding between two Arizona non-profits from the Harriet Silverman Small Grants Fund.   Arivaca Action Center and Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports will each receive $5,000 in funding to support their mission […]

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Single mothers now poised to fuel Arizona’s economic recovery with passage of affordable child care bill

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TUCSON, Ariz. (April 28, 2021) – The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona (WFSA) reached a monumental achievement within state legislation with the passing and signing of HB 2016 supporting child care assistance, education, and training.  Governor Ducey signed the bill on April 28, 2021, a week after the bill passed with a 25-3 vote on the […]

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We’re hiring a Program Manager!

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The Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona is hiring a Program Manager for our ‘Pathways for Single Moms’ program! Launched in 2020, this grant-funded program connects single mothers to high demand one-year CTE programs in fields that pay a livable wage, getting their families on a new path to self-sufficiency. Are you or someone you know […]

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