Entries for 2010
The History of Women Funding Women
This video was inspired by historian Dr. Sally Roesch Wagner who brilliantly determined to preserve and document the writings of suffragist Matilda Joslyn Gage. In the 19th century, Gage complained that women of means funded their husbands' alma maters, churches and the ballet, but rarely stepped forward to fund their suffragette sisters. Imagine how different the world would be today if women had begun funding women sooner! Read More...
How did women achieve the right to vote?
Do you know that women sacrificed their lives for years in order to pass the 19th amendment? Join us in honoring their vision, dedication and hard work. 90 years later we continue to benefit from their labors. On September 21st at 7:00 p.m. will we gather at the Englert to learn more about the remarkable women that sacrificed their lives so future generations would have the right to vote. Read More...
REACH Award Nominations
HONOR WOMEN’S SUPPORTERS IN YOUR COMMUNITY Iowa Women’s Foundation to Honor Exceptional Contributions to Advance Women and Girls Read More...
RSVP TODAY - 14th Annual Luncheon
Be among the leaders investing in women-focused projects at IWF's 14th Annual Awards Luncheon. Through strategic investments and collaborations, IWF seeks to create lasting social change for all Iowans. The path there is crafted through the melding of community support and innovative ideas - all of which we will be celebrating on Friday, October 1, 2010 from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Coralville Marriott Hotel and Convention Center. Tickets are $50 with a reduced student rate of $25. Tables of eight are $400. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Diana Brayton, diana@iawf.org, for more information. RSVP today! Learn more about our annual awards luncheon. Read More...
Announcing 2010 Luncheon Keynote Speaker
On behalf of the Iowa Women's Foundation Board of Directors, we are pleased to inform you that our Annual Awards Luncheon will be held on October 1 at the Coralville Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. Read More...
Run Like a Mother Race Results
Over 380 people participated in the Seventh Annual Run Like a Mother Race. The strong winds died down just in time for everyone to hit the track! Thank you to all the volunteers and sponsors that contributed to the success of this wonderful event. Check back to view photos and more event information. Here are the overall race results. Read More...
Honoring Amazing Women
“I am donating in memory of my mother, Bersha E. Brown. She taught her daughters a work ethic for all time. My hope is to pass this on to my daughters and grand-daughters.” – Sandra Brown-Frericks Read More...
Encouraging Women to Truly Believe in Themselves
The Iowa Women’s Foundation (IWF) is partnering with Accentz Jewelry to help provide authentic opportunities, genuine friends, real rewards, and Read More...
Do you HAVE a mother? Do you KNOW a mother? Are YOU a mother?
If you answered YES to any of the above, then the 7th Annual Run Like a Mother race is for YOU! On Saturday, May 8, 2010, Chicks for Change is hosting Run Like a Mother, a 4-mile run/walk to benefit the Iowa Women’s Foundation. Read More...
Funds Available
The Iowa Women's Foundation (IWF) will accept grant applications for the 2011 year through May 28, 2010. All applications for IWF funding must be specifically for women and/or girls in Iowa. Informal groups of women and/or girls, grassroots organizations and formal nonprofit organizations may apply for funding. Read More...
Domestic Violence and Health Care Reform
Health care reform means real change for victims of domestic violence. Lynn Rosenthal, White House Advisor on Violence Against Women Read More...
Call to Action on Behalf of Working Mothers in Iowa
24 other states, DC and Puerto Rico have laws requiring employer accommodation of expressing milk at work for employees who breastfeed. The Iowa Senate has passed the bill, and it is now eligible for debate in the House. However, without a show of support, it will likely not come to a vote in the House. Please let your Representative know your thoughts on the bill SF2270. Read More...
The Girl Effect
Powerful social and economic change occurs when girls have the opportunity to fully participate in society. Read More...
Domestic Violence Deaths In Iowa On The Rise
The Iowa Department of Public Health has released its latest study showing that the number of pe Read More...
