OVERVIEW: The Women of Color United Giving Council is part of the Chicago Foundation for Women and supports local women and girls. Its areas of interest are economic security, freedom from violence and access to health services and information.
IP TAKE: This funder is run by members of the former African-American, Asian-American and Latina leadership councils of Chicago. The organization awards between one and three grants each year and accepts applications via the Chicago Women’s Foundation.
PROFILE: Established in 2014, the Women of Color United Giving Council is lead by members of Chicago’s African-American, Asian-American and Latina leadership councils. Members make annual contributions of $250 and participating in grantmaking decisions and administration. This funder focuses on economic security, violence prevention and healthcare access for women and girls of color.
The Women of Color United Giving Council is committed to philanthropy that is inspired by creating positive change for its target demographic. It brings together women of similar backgrounds and interests to make donations that support these investments. WUGC also provides leadership opportunities, increases awareness about issues in diverse communities, educates the public, and amplifies the voice of underrepresented women.
This funder works broadly in its areas of interest. Past grantees include Affinity Community Services, the Chicago Community Bond Fund, Chicago Volunteer Doulas and a Long Walk Home, which “empowers young artists and activists to end violence against girls and women.”
Important Grant Details:
Grants range between about $1,000 and $5,000. The funder typically awards between one and three grants per year. $5,000 and $8,000 total per year. Grantmaking focuses on communities in the Chicago area. Learn more about this funder’s local giving in the grantee listings by year on the funder’s website.
This giving council accepts grant applications from local nonprofits via the Chicago Foundation for Women’s grant application system. Direct general questions to Eli Marsh on the staff at emarsh@cfw.org or 312-577-2825.
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