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The Atlanta Women’s Foundation Awards More Than $1 Million at Annual Community Investment Celebration
The Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF) celebrated its annual Community Investment Celebration on September 24th awarding $1.05 million in grants to nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls across Metro Atlanta. The event was hosted at Atlanta City Hall for the first time in collaboration with the City of Atlanta, and featured…
Read MoreLearn More About AWF’s 2024 Numbers Luncheon Speaker Molly Shannon: Catalyst For Change
The Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF) is thrilled to have actress Molly Shannon headline our 28th Annual Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon. From her groundbreaking work on Saturday Night Live to her New York Times best-selling heartfelt memoir Hello Molly!, Molly’s life and career are a testament to the power of transformation. At age four,…
Read MoreCelebrating 25 Years of Empowering Women and Girls: Reflecting on Our Journey
As we culminate the 25th anniversary of the Atlanta Women’s Foundation, we are reminded of the unwavering commitment and dedication that have driven our mission since day one. Over the past quarter-century, the needs of women and girls in metro Atlanta have evolved. Yet, our core purpose remains steadfast: to be a catalyst for change,…
Read MoreInspire Atlanta Class of 2024 Graduation
Inspire Atlanta Celebrates Unprecedented Success Another Record-Breaking Year! $577,000 Raised to Empower Girls Impacted by Poverty. The Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF) proudly announces the successful culmination of its Inspire Atlanta program for the class of 2024. With a resounding call to action, thirty-one exceptional women embarked on a journey to transform their leadership potential into…
Read MoreMolly Shannon Announced as Guest Speaker at Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon
The Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF) is delighted to announce Comedic Actress Molly Shannon as this year’s guest speaker for its Numbers Too Big To Ignore luncheon on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the Georgia World Congress Center. Shannon is primarily known for the eclectic characters she created, such as Mary Katherine Gallagher and Sally O’Malley, during her six seasons on Saturday Night Live, where she starred alongside Will Ferrell, Adam Sandler, Cheri Oteri, Tracy Morgan, and Jimmy Fallon, among many others. The Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon is AWF’s signature fundraising event to support its mission to be a catalyst for change in the lives of women and girls.
Read MoreBrooke Shields: Spotlight on This Year’s Luncheon Speaker
The Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF) is thrilled to welcome Brooke Shields — an esteemed actress, model, author, and advocate for women — as the speaker for our 2023 Numbers Too Big to Ignore Luncheon. The renowned Brooke Shields is known for her extensive career in the entertainment and fashion sectors and her passionate advocacy work.…
Read MoreBrooke Shields Headlines at the Atlanta Women’s Foundation 27th Annual Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon
For her unique life experiences. For her challenges with mental health. For advocating on behalf of women everywhere, the Atlanta Women’s Foundation (AWF) is proud to name Brooke Shields as this year’s guest speaker for its Numbers Too Big To Ignore luncheon on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at the Georgia World Congress Center. In her…
Read MoreAtlanta Women’s Foundation ‘Inspire Atlanta’ Celebrates 2023 Grads
Record $454,000 Raised to Support Programs for Women and Girls ATLANTA, Ga. – It was a record-breaking year for empowering women. Twenty-eight women were invited to take this year’s Atlanta Women’s Foundation Inspire Atlanta challenge, with a goal of raising $10,000 each for programs to enhance and enrich the lives of women and girls impacted…
Read MoreGetting Ready for Rita
AWF is excited to have Rita Moreno Award-Winning Actress, Dancer & Singer speak at our 2022 Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon. From her humble upbringing living in poverty to overcoming racism and sexism in Hollywood, Rita’s inspirational story is one of breaking barriers. Rita Moreno has won all four of the most prestigious awards…
Read MorePoem by 2021 Atlanta Youth Poet Laureate
This year, we invited the 2021 Atlanta Youth Poet Laureate, Aanika Eragam, to read one of her poems at the 2021 Numbers Too Big To Ignore Luncheon. We were honored that she wrote a new poem specifically for the event. Aanika’s poem is a moving tribute to women and girls. The Women Beside Us By…
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