Stories: Women's Endowment Fund Stories

As we welcome the energy and renewal that come with the changing season, I am reminded of the power of growth – both in nature and within our community. Spring invites us to reflect on what we've nurtured together and to celebrate the strength that blooms...

As the leaves begin to turn and the beauty of autumn unfolds across Northeast Ohio, I am reminded of how change can bring both reflection and renewal. Just as each season brings its own vibrant character, the Women's Endowment Fund also continues to grow and...

Held biennially, the Women's Endowment Fund's Forum on Women & Girls fosters dialogue on issues impacting women and girls, guiding WEF's grantmaking priorities. The 2025 Forum focused on safety from violence, with a goal to raise awareness, dismantle...

The following letter was sent to the Women's Endowment Fund by Teresa Stafford-Wright and the staff of the Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center. Dear Women's Endowment Fund, On behalf of the Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center, thank you for...

Spring has sprung all over our beautiful state! And as always, spring brings new growth that puts a skip in my step. New growth occurs on the Women's Endowment Fund's Advisory Board each year in July. This year, especially, we have seasoned board members...

As we celebrate the change in seasons and the beauty that fall brings to Northeast Ohio, the Women's Endowment Fund is also celebrating a significant milestone. I am excited to share that the Women's Endowment Fund has surpassed $5 million in charitable...

The Women's Endowment Fund is excited to welcome four new advisory board members in 2024. Marie Brilmyer Marie Brilmyer is a partner in the Assurance practice at Cohen & Company in Akron, Ohio. She has over 20 years of experience in public accounting...

Welcome to the Women's Endowment Fund's 2024-2025 year! As always, we remain committed to our mission of uplifting women and girls by funding programs that significantly impact their well-being, now and forever. Our vision is to be a leading advocate for...

Our 30th year is a wonderful time to reflect on the successes of our past and look forward to what's to come. As we continue to celebrate our 30th year, here are a few highlights from this year, so far: You, our donors and volunteers, have contributed so much...

The Women's Endowment Fund Advisory Board is excited to welcome two new board members in 2023. Betsy Engels Retired from the Timken Company after 30 years of service in 2014, Betsy Engels led Global Community Relations from 2006 to 2014. During that time,...