Our Mission
The Women’s Fund is a catalyst to transform the lives of low-income women and girls in East Tennessee.
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WHO WE ARE
The Women’s Fund was founded in 2011 to address the lack of opportunities for underserved women and girls in East Tennessee. In February of that same year, the Women’s Fund of East Tennessee became an incorporated fund of the East Tennessee Foundation, quickly raising $2 million dollars from which grant making opportunities were outlined to fuel the vision. By 2015, the Board of Directors elected to become a supporting organization of ETF, becoming a 501(c)3 public, non-profit organization. With a focus on collaboration, education, and advocacy with our non-profit beneficiaries, WFET quickly became a premier source of hope and funding for those who need it most in our region.
“When you invest in a woman, you invest in a family, a community, and, ultimately, a region.”
Help Us Help Her
The Women’s Fund of East Tennessee started from a group of philanthropic women lifting up other women. We have since grown to include a host of supporters that encompass corporations and small businesses in our region, as well as a significant group of professional and individual donors.
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Discover the inspiring events that drive change for women and girls in East Tennessee—your next opportunity to get involved is just a click away. Learn more about what’s coming up and how you can make a difference.
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Your Donations At Work
The Women’s Fund has a unique approach to granting funds in East Tennessee. We raise money and then give it away by fully vetting agencies whose programs and services align with our core values. We do that by 1) Selecting a group of 8-12 like-minded non-profit grantees in our 25-county service area, every 3 years, to work collaboratively to tackle barriers to post-secondary education and financial independence within our Strong Women Strong Futures network, and 2) Selecting additional one-time grant recipients who have emergency or other needs that will help them serve their mission and the self-sustainability of women and their families. We house invested funds in an Endowment through our partnership with the East Tennessee Foundation. This ensures monies are available to selected grantees annually and in perpetuity, allowing your legacy of giving to continue well into the future.
Giving Levels
YOU can get involved and support the WFET mission in a number of ways. Volunteer at one of our annual events – or follow this link to give at whatever level is comfortable for you. Thank you for Helping Us Help Her!
