Women's Foundation

Today, we honor the life & legacy of Frederick W. Smith at his Celebration of Life. For 20+ years, FedEx has supported WFGM —advancing the economic & social mobility of women & families in Memphis. His generosity will live on for generations. #FredSmith #Celebrationoflife

Have you made your Annual Gift? Today is the final day of our donation match! You GIVE. We GIVE BACK with DOUBLE the IMPACT. Visit wgfm.org/donate #GiveBack #Memphis #ConnectInvestEmpowerMEM

Listen to the latest @theNewMemphis Meanwhile in Memphis podcast as we share ways we are working together and with the community to remove barriers and create opportunities to move families from poverty to accessibility and success. Tune in here: spoti.fi/42EUkim

Calling all entrepreneurs in #Memphis! #ComcastRISE is offering a unique opportunity to take your small business to the next level. Starting today, June 1st, they're accepting applications for grants. Don't wait! Apply before June 30th at comcastrise.com.

We are proud to sponsor the Memphis Edition of Women of Excellence celebrating #CarolynHardy and #RochelleStevens! Join us on Wednesday, May 17 from 6-8 p.m. at MOSH. This is a free event but registration is required on Eventbrite. Bit.ly/WOTMMemphis

Celebrate the amazing women in your life this Mother's Day with our 2023 Signature Scarf! This scarf is a beautiful accessory and supports important programs that empower women and families in our community. Purchase here bit.ly/3NzPqPM. #Mothersday #Mothersday2023

MBJ Super Women 2023: Shante Avant of Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis; Shunji Brown-Woods of Smith & Nephew; Kathleen Forbes of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Jerri Green of Shelby County Mayor’s Office; Carolyn Henry of BLP Film Studios bizjournals.com/memphis/news/2…

Actress Essence Atkins inspires as a ‘Hollywood survivor’ at the Women’s Foundation annual event bit.ly/41TXE9x via @TSDMemphis

We are excited to collaborate with @FedEx and @feedthechildren in celebration of #FedEx50. Join us at Streets Ministries from 9:30-11:30 a.m. for a food and supply drive for 400 families in need. We can't wait to see you there!

Are you ready to take your personal and professional life to the next level? WFGM's Virtual Leadership Symposium on Friday, April 14 is the perfect opportunity to learn from local industry experts. Register now and join us! wfgm.org #womenempowerMEM

It's almost time for our Annual Tribute Luncheon! Join us on Thursday, April 20 for an empowering event with keynote speaker, Essence Atkins. You'll discover ways to connect, invest, and empower yourself and your community. Purchase tickets at wfgm.org

Have you purchased your ticket to the 2023 Annual Tribute Luncheon? Access to the Leadership Symposium on Friday, April 14 is included with your Luncheon ticket! You don't want to miss lively panel discussions with these industry experts. Learn more here bit.ly/3K8EAwP

If you are planning your weekend in #Memphis, join us on Friday, March 31 for the first South Main Trolley Night of the year at Stock & Belle! Thank you to Wilson Public Relations for supporting us during #WomensHistoryMonth!

We are thrilled to announce our 2023 Virtual Leadership Symposium sessions and panelists! Join us on Friday, April 14 for lively panel discussions aimed to help you connect to your best self and discover inspiration within the community. Learn more at wfgm.org.

#WomensHistoryMonth celebrates women who have been active in media and storytelling. What a perfect time to announce our Annual Tribute Luncheon Keynote Speaker, Essence Atkins, who has been storytelling as an actress and a producer since the mid-1990s! wfgm.org

Save the Date for the Annual Tribute Luncheon and Leadership Symposium! We will return to the newly renovated Renasant Convention Center for an inspiring afternoon where we will share in our collective philanthropy, collaboration and leadership. We can't wait to see you there!

Our 7th Annual School Supply Drive was a success thanks to presenting sponsor, @FedEx! Volunteers and community partners assembled 1,350 backpacks filled with school supplies and resource guides for students at @MSCSK12 Booker T. Wash., Cummings K-8, LaRose and Springdale Elem.

If you care about improving the outcomes of our community especially our youth consider becoming a mentor. @tnAchieves @BGCA_Clubs @BGCMemphis @GirlsIncMemphis @MSCSK12 @JLMemphis @WFGM_ORG are just some orgs you can volunteer to help our young people. @SuptCFOToni @ShanteAvant

Congratulations, Shante. Shante Avant, a political insider, is the new president and CEO of the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis. dailymemphian.com/section/metro/… @ShanteAvant @deidremalone @WFGM_ORG

The Board of Directors of the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis announces the selection of Shante K. Avant as the new President and CEO. Avant, WFGM’s Vice President, succeeds Ruby Bright who retired after leading the organization for 22 years. youtu.be/sQn_M2VvJfw