DiShonda C. Hughes
Chief Mission Officer
DiShonda C. Hughes serves as Chief Mission Officer of The Atlanta Women’s Foundation, where she leads the organization’s grantmaking and research strategies to improve the lives of women and girls across metro Atlanta. Over her 26-year tenure with the Foundation, she has played a pivotal role in shaping its mission, strengthening its strategic direction, and guiding the distribution of more than 30 million dollars in philanthropic investments supporting nonprofit organizations focused on economic mobility, mental health, education, and housing stability.
A respected and trusted leader in Atlanta’s philanthropic community, DiShonda works in close partnership with nonprofit leaders, donors, and civic stakeholders to identify emerging needs and design strategic initiatives that drive meaningful and measurable change.
Throughout her career, DiShonda has been instrumental in advancing a more collaborative and data informed approach to philanthropy, ensuring that investments are both strategic and responsive to the evolving needs of the community.
Known for her collaborative leadership style and deep commitment to community impact, DiShonda is passionate about strengthening nonprofit organizations, mentoring the next generation of philanthropic leaders, and advancing solutions that ensure women and girls have the opportunity and support to thrive.
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Are you ready to be a catalyst for change in the lives of women and girls? You can make a difference by supporting our strategic grantmaking and raising awareness about the challenges women and girls face.
Women and Girls in Need
If you are an individual seeking assistance, we recommend utilizing the United Way 2-1-1 information and referral services. The Atlanta Women's Foundation does not provide direct services.
The United Way of Greater Atlanta's 2-1-1 online contact center connects individuals with community resources that enable them to thrive - like food pantries, counseling, crisis services, job search and placement agencies, and financial emergency assistance agencies. It also provides information on organizations accepting items for donation and seeking volunteers.
Grantseekers
AWF is unable to accept unsolicited grant proposals at this time. Our clients are nonprofit organizations that provide services to women and/or girls. Our grant process identifies and invites potential nonprofit partners to apply for grants.
If you are a nonprofit serving metro Atlanta women and girls, and AWF has not yet funded you, please complete the introduction form below.
