How can you make an impact
Join a powerful community of people who believe in investing in brighter futures for women and children. Your gift fuels education, stability, and hope. It helps young mothers earn their college degrees, keeps children warm through the winter, and gives families the tools they need to build lasting economic security. Together, we’re creating opportunities that change lives.
YOUNG SCHOLARS FUND
• Supports tuition, diapers, food, textbooks, and childcare so a mom can stay in school.*
• $50 buys a week of diapers for her baby — so she can attend class without worry.
• $100 covers a month of diapers or a week of groceries for her and her child.
• $250 pays for an entire month of healthy food for a mom and her child or a college textbook she needs to stay on track.
• $500 helps with two months of diapers and groceries or three days of safe daycare, giving her time to study and work.
• $2500 supports one month of full-time childcare — or pays for textbooks and tuition assistance for an entire semester of college.
• $5,000 funds six weeks of daycare — or helps cover tuition and learning expenses for one full academic year for a young mother determined to graduate.
* All estimates are based on verified averages for the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia region (USDA, Care.com, Education Data Initiative, and local retail/wholesale pricing).
Help A Young Mother Stay In College
MALCOLM T. WISEMAN SR. MEMORIAL BOOK SCHOLARSHIP
The Malcolm T. Wiseman Sr. Memorial Book Scholarship honors a man known for his love of reading, learning, and helping others thrive. Malcolm’s passion for books started young and stayed with him through the University of Georgia, where he earned a track scholarship and became a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. He was a devoted husband and father of four who poured into others as a coach, mentor, and community volunteer.
This memorial scholarship supports a student who shares Malcolm’s love of books and learning. The award helps cover the cost of textbooks and required course materials, removing a major barrier for students and helping them stay on track in school, while carrying Malcolm’s legacy into the next generation.
Malcolm was a beloved brother-in-law and friend of GFWC founder, Shawn Yancy.
Holiday Hearts and Caring Coats Program
Our Caring Coats Program and Holiday Hearts Initiative provide warmth, joy, and hope for economically vulnerable children across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Bringing warmth, joy, and hope to children across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Through our Caring Coats and Holiday Hearts programs, GFWC provides new winter coats, toys, and books to families in need. We help parents create magical moments and remind children that they are seen, loved, and supported. Together, we make the season brighter, one coat and one toy at a time.
Shop our Amazon WishList for coats and toys – to help spread warmth and joy this season to children and families in need.
