About Us
Together, we're a growing group of local, engaged, and strategic givers. We build community, fund solutions, support scholars, and produce data and research.
Collective giving for collective impact.
Giving circles help democratize philanthropy, welcoming people of all giving levels to the power of giving. Through the process, donors build strong connections and increase their engagement in the community.
Our approach is proven and powerful.
We know that poverty and childhood adversity often cycle across generations. In collaboration with Spokane Regional Health District, we provide synthesized data that shines a light on areas of greatest need, allowing us to proactively confront challenges and track need over time to determine whether or not we’re making a difference.
We believe we can. With your help, we believe we will.
Founded on passion and experience.
Amazing things happen when women support each other! We owe it all to these six founders: Mari Clack, Marcy Drummond, Vicki McNeill, Shirley Rector, Janet Skaden, and Vivian Winston. What started out as an idea to host one fundraising Luncheon has since evolved into a 501(c)(3) that has raised and awarded more than $6 million to support women and children.
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Learn, grow, and give together.
Each month, we'll provide opportunities for you to expand your knowledge. Whether it's a donation drive, site tour, podcast episode or volunteer shift- you're sure to feel more connected to your community.
WHWF is a “No Guilt” organization. There aren’t time requirements, meetings, or mandatory events. Collective giving is about pooling resources together to make the strongest impact.
2022-23 Board of Directors
Jennifer O'Callaghan
President
Numerica Credit Union
Nicole Stewart
President Elect
Providence
Besse Bailey
Treasurer
Mountain West Bank
Dr. Anne Oakley Secretary
Community Volunteer
Nicole Diedrich
Diedrich Marketing Strategies
Brittany Lockwood
Affinity
Tara Pendleton
BDO USA, LLP
Kelly Selby
Bank of America
Angela Hayes
Associated Industries
Megan Livres
Winston & Cashatt Lawyers
Carol Plischke
Partners with Families & Children
Robin Toth
WA Dept. of Commerce
Jennifer Koenig
Robert Half International
Alison Mallahan
Itron
Linda Tompkins
Community Volunteer
Beth Winter
Pyrotek
WHWF Staff
Executive Director