Become a Member

When you join The Women’s Fund you become part of a community helping local women and girls reach their full potential.

Our membership model makes us unique. A diverse group of almost 600 members have come together, pooling their financial resources to make grants that improve the lives of women and girls in our community.  Our members actively participate in the grantmaking process by learning about prospective grantees and ultimately voting to select the programs that will receive funding.

We allocate membership fees as follows: 65% to grantmaking, 25% to build the Women's Fund endowment, and 10% to support programs and outreach.

All members experience these benefits:

  • Connection to a group of women who share your passion for creating an equitable and inclusive future for local women and girls.
  • Opportunity for hands-on collaboration and active involvement alongside community leaders who help guide our critical work.
  • Events throughout the year that advance your understanding of pressing issues in our communities and connection to experts, leaders, and movements to help you take action.
  • Being a part of an engaging community that influences local programs and policy in positive ways through collective giving and impact.

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

The Women's Fund offers several membership options, which differ only by donation amount. Regardless of which option you choose, you will have an equal vote in our grantmaking process and access to all our offerings throughout the year.
  • Visionary: $5,000+
  • Catalyst: $1,200
  • Champion: $600
  • Cultivator: $100

We recognize that financial circumstances vary. To ensure every woman’s voice is heard and every perspective represented, we also offer accessible membership options:
Cheraton Love

Member Profile

Cheraton Love

Member Since:

2015

I am thankful to be involved in the great conversations and initiatives of the Women’s Fund. I encourage other women in our community to join us and find your passion by volunteering for one of the Fund's committees, initiatives, or events. The community benefits from your perspective!

Member Profile

Shaheen B. Towles

2014

When I first moved to Winston-Salem, I wanted to get involved in an organization that addresses the needs of women and girls. I became a member, joined the grants review committee, and now I serve on the board and membership committee. I strongly believe in the Fund’s mission and look forward to continuing to help make meaningful change for women and girls in our community!

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