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Funding Opportunities

This list mentions over 80 grants, resources, and opportunities for global, Canada-based and US-based businesses.   There are also over 80 additional opportunities in 34 US states which are kept updated at this link: https://bofainstitute.cornell.edu/more/spreadsheet-with-funding-resources-for-2025/

global opportunities

  • 100X Impact Accelerator - The Accelerator seeks changemakers with a social venture burning with purpose and potential and welcomes applicants from various backgrounds and corners of the world. Impact areas consist of climate and environment, democracy, education, equitable economies, happiness and well-being, health and social care, new frontiers, and refugees and cohesion. The Accelerator is open to nonprofit and for-profit impact-first organizations with a clear social or environmental mission, including registered charities, nonprofit organizations, or social enterprises, which are currently scaling social impact in one of the eight impact areas. Apply by 1/6/2025 - https://www.100ximpact.org/

  • Amazon App Store Small Business Accelerator - The Small Business Accelerator Program allows developers that earn less than 1 million USD in total annual revenue in the previous calendar year to access additional benefits up to or equivalent to 20% of Appstore revenue. If eligible, you’ll receive a 10% increased royalty payment and AWS credits equivalent to 10% of your app revenue. - https://developer.amazon.com/apps-and-games/small-business-program

  • Amazon Small Business Success Studio - The free service offers lessons in finance, marketing, procurement and operations, along with tips from founders -https://business.amazon.com/en/small-business/success-studio/welcome

  • American Express Leadership Academy - The Academy is for people in the non-profit sector who are intentionally striving to be better equipped to respond adaptively to challenges, and to keep going in the face of adversity. -  https://commonpurpose.org/american-express-leadership-academy#anchor1

  • Antler Global Startup Program - Antler is a global early-stage VC that runs multiple programs for business startups around the world. See the website for more info about the program and application dates. - https://www.antler.co/platform/#apply-now

  • Awesome Foundation - Foundation distributes $1,000 grants, no strings attached, to projects and their creators. At each fully autonomous chapter, the money is pooled together from the coffers of ten or so self-organizing “micro-trustees”.  Awarded monthly - https://www.awesomefoundation.org/en

  • Canva Pro For Nonprofits - If you are a nonprofit, you can register now to get Canva’s premium features for free. - https://www.canva.com/canva-for-nonprofits/

  • Curql Accelerate Program - Any company innovating in fintech or banking is encouraged to apply! Investments will be made exclusively into CUSOs (Credit Union Service Organizations) which is a qualification they will help companies add as part of their investment. Funding of $100,000. Apply by 3/9/2025 - https://www.gener8tor.com/investment-accelerators/curql

  • Emergent Ventures Grant/Fellowship Application (through Mercatus Center at George Mason University) - Emergent Ventures, a fellowship and grant program from the Mercatus Center, seeks to support entrepreneurs with highly scalable, “zero to one” ideas for meaningfully improving society. Projects will either be fellowships or grants: fellowships involve time in residence at the Mercatus Center in Northern Virginia; grants are one-time or slightly staggered payments to support a project. https://www.mercatus.org/emergent-ventures

  • Etsy Disaster Relief Fund - Sellers will be eligible for a grant if they experienced a federally declared natural disaster within the past year, have been an active seller on Etsy for at least one year, and their Etsy account is in good standing. Grants for $2,500 - https://advocacy.etsy.com/etsy-emergency-relief-fund-at-cerf/

  • F6S List of Accelerators and Pitch Competitions - Provides a list of accelerators, contests and pitch competitions around the world. https://www.f6s.com/

  • Ford Philanthropy Mobility Fellowship (Watson Institute) - Applications are now accepted for the Ford Philanthropy Mobility Fellowship powered by Watson Institute. They are looking for courageous leaders and entrepreneurs supporting access to transportation or putting services on wheels. Preference to those creating impact in specified global locations: Brazil, Mexico, United Kingdom, Germany, South Africa, Spain, Vietnam, Philippines, and Thailand.  Funding of $6,000.  Apply by 1/12/2025 - https://watson.is/ford-philanthropy-fellowship/

  • LiftHER Grant (Asia and Australia) - LiftHER is seeking 9 visionary, impact-driven female entrepreneurs to join their next cohort. Each selected finalist will receive a comprehensive support package valued at AU$5,000, which includes an 8-week Crowdfunding Accelerator Program, 1-year Lift Angel membership, personalized mentorship, marketing and PR support, and a round-trip ticket to Melbourne. Finalists will then have the opportunity to pitch live in Melbourne for one of four prestigious awards, each offering AU$10,000 grant in non-dilutive funding.  Apply by 1/3/2025 - https://www.lifther.liftwomen.com/

  • Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub - Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub helps startups radically accelerate innovation by providing access to industry-leading AI services, expert guidance, and the essential technology needed to build a future-proofed startup. Up to $150K in Azure credits - https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/startups

  • Pollination Project - Grants to global non-profits. Annual budget for your group or organization must be less than $50,000. The total cost for the immediate project for which you are requesting funding must be less than $40,000 - https://thepollinationproject.org/apply/

  • Savvy Fellowship - Savvy is a 12-week virtual Fellowship program for young professionals seeking to be part of the new generation of impact entrepreneurs. Applicants should be 40 or younger - https://savvyfellows.com/team/

  • SheTrades Accelerator - SheTrades Accelerator Programme for women entrepreneurs and business support organizations in the Apparel, Accessories and Home Décor sectors is targeting women-led businesses (WLBs) and Business Support Organizations (BSO) in the Apparel, Accessories, and Home Decor sector from Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Senegal, and South Africa. - https://shetrades-accelerator.converve.io/

  • Tech For An Equitable Future By Braze - Tech for an Equitable Future aims to remove barriers for underrepresented founders by providing their companies 12 months of free access to the Braze platform and supporting services.  Apply by 1/17/25 - https://www.braze.com/techforequitablefuture

  • Techstars Accelerators - Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help entrepreneurs succeed. During each three-month program, they surround companies (companies should be based in North American time zones) with the best mentors and an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni.  Companies can receive $20K for 6% of company.  Various locations and due dates - https://www.techstars.com/accelerators/

  • We Make Change - Global initiative that matches small businesses (mainly not for profits) with volunteers who are professional individuals or are from companies (including blue chip) that have an interest in supporting not for profits. Helps impact startups build a remote volunteer team for free - https://www.wemakechange.org/

africa-specific opportunities

  • Founders Factory Africa Gen F Incubator - Gen F is for exceptional founders/aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build out and test their ideas, achieve commercial success, and create outsized, systemic impact and founders looking to build tech solutions that solve Africa’s largest problems and catalyze change. Funding up to $250,000 - https://www.foundersfactory.africa/gen-f-eir-initiative

  • Grindstone incubator - Incubator will include training, corporate advisory, coaching, mentorship and funding. Specific interventions for each company include a structured gap analysis, understanding of the company value system, building a digital go-to-market strategy, financial modelling, intellectual property assessment, strategic and financial valuation as well as populating a data room - https://www.grindstonexl.com/grindstone-accelerator

CANADA-SPECIFIC OPPORTUNITIES

  • Amber Grants ($15 application fee) - Must be a woman-owned business or non-profit in the US or Canada. Three $10,000 Amber Grants are awarded each month. Three of the 36 monthly winners get an additional $25,000 Year-End Amber Grant. -https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/

  • Black Advisory Hub Accelerator - The Black Advisory Hub (BAH) is a project for the integration and socio-professional inclusion of the Black community in Canada through innovation. Funding of $10,000 (prize in pitch comp). Apply by 1/31/2025 - https://blackadvisoryhub.ca/apply/

  • Black Business Accelerator Grant - Are you a (co)founder of a Black-led business in Canada that has generated or raised over $15K since inception? Is your solution making life better for Canadians? If your answer is yes, here's an incredible opportunity for you! Secure up to $25,000 to grow your business and scale for the future! The Black Business Accelerator Grant (BBAG) is empowering Black entrepreneurs to take their businesses to new heights.  Email BBAG@eqbank.ca and bfn@utoronto.ca before January 10, 2024, to receive direct application instructions. - https://entrepreneurs.utoronto.ca/for-entrepreneurs/black-founders-network/

  • Black Innovation Launchpad - The Black Innovation Launchpad is a FREE virtual skills development platform focused on building the next generation of Black entrepreneurs. https://www.dmzlaunchpad.ca/courses/black-innovation-launchpad

  • BOF Justice Grant - The BOF Justice Grant is designed to strengthen the effectiveness, capacity, and impact of Black-led, Black-serving organizations (B3s) across Canada focused on increasing justice-related services and access to justice for Black communities. Apply by 1/23/2025 - https://blackopportunityfund.ca/funding-programs/black-opportunity-fund-bof-justice-grant-program/

  • Canada Post Community Foundation Grant - The Canada Post Community Foundation provides grants to Canadian schools, charities and community organizations that make a difference in the lives of children and youth (up to age 21). Funding up to $50,000. Apply by 2/28/2025 - https://www.canadapost-postescanada.ca/cpc/en/our-company/community-foundation/community-foundation-application.page

  • Carrot Cache grants - Carrot Cache supports small projects in Ontario working toward a sustainable and just regional food system. This funding is specifically designed for food projects driven by individuals or groups facing systemic barriers or lacking funds from other resources to complete initiatives that improve or create change within the local food system in Ontario. Funding up to $5000. Apply by 1/10/2025 - https://www.carrotcache.com/how-to-apply-for-carrot-cache-funding

  • Coralus - Designed to leverage all forms of capital that have laid dormant in traditional structures, undervalued for decades.  There is no fee to apply as a venture. -https://www.coralus.world/

  • FACIT - Falcons’ Fortunes Pitch Competition - Hosted by FACIT, Falcons’ Fortunes is Canada’s only annual pitch competition targeting cancer innovations. FACIT invites entrepreneurs and scientists to pitch their Ontario-made cancer innovation to a panel of judges and in front of a live audience. The winner, based on the best pitch that convincingly tells a relatable story while sharing the commercial value of the innovation and how it will impact patients, is awarded the $100,000 investment grant. An Audience Choice award is also presented to the favourite pitch presentation as selected by attendees. Apply by 1/10/25 - https://facit.ca/falcons-fortunes

  • Junior League of Toronto Seed Grant - The Junior League of Toronto (JLT) is offering a Seed Grant of up to $4,000 for registered charities in the Greater Toronto Area. This grant supports new, innovative programs that align with the "Healthy Body/Healthy Minds" initiative. The JLT can support both short and long-term projects. Apply by 1/30/2025 - https://www.jlt.org/community/apply-for-a-seed-grant/

  • Launchpad for Women Entrepreneurs - Launchpad for Women Entrepreneurs is designed to empower early-stage women entrepreneurs interprovincially by offering dedicated resources to kickstart and grow a successful business. Program is available via its on-demand self-paced learning platform nationally or through in-person sessions across Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia -https://www.launchpadforwomen.ca/

  • TELUS Friendly Future Community Grant - The TELUS Community Boards provide a collaborative funding model enabling local community leaders to make recommendations on grants supporting youth across Canada. Canadian registered charities that offer community-based health, education or technology programs for youth are eligible to apply. Funding up to $20,000. Apply by 1/31/2025 - https://www.friendlyfuture.com/en/foundation/apply-for-funding#community

  • Tidal Empowerment Program - The program offers ten selected businesses an opportunity to receive comprehensive consulting on Strategy, Marketing, Operations, and Technology— worth $25,000, and a promotional technology bundle to help with implementation.  - https://empowerment.tidalcommerce.ca/

  • Women Founders Investment Preparedness Program - You can apply if you are an entrepreneur who self identifies as a woman and/or gender diverse and have and/or are looking to incorporate a new business in Canada. Apply by 1/7/2025 - https://canadainnovates.org/org/canadianwomensfoundation

  • Women Innovation Summit Pitch competition - The top 25 selected women founders will receive two pitch advisory sessions, PR opportunities through DMZ, invites to DMZ’s Women of the Year breakfast event and participation in intimate roundtable sessions on Summit day. The top 10 selected founders will have the opportunity to pitch in person for $100,000 cash investment from The Firehood. Apply by 1/19/2025 - https://dmz.torontomu.ca/women-innovation-summit/

  • York Entrepreneurship Development Institute (YEDI) Incubator Program - YEDI's Incubator Program is seeking 15 ambitious individuals to join this year's cohort.  Apply by 1/31/2025 - https://yedi.ca/programs/certificate-programs/incubator/

  • Youth Opportunity Grants-Home Depot - The Youth Opportunity Grants will consider applications from Canadian registered charities dedicated to preventing and ending youth homelessness in Canada through housing, prevention and employment programs. Including housing transformation, healthy pathways (prevention), and youth innovation, which include youth-led initiatives and education programs. Funding up to $75,000. Apply February 17, 2025 – March 7, 2025 - https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/corporate-information/our-community/the-home-depot-canada-foundation/apply-for-funding.html

UK/IRELAND-SPECIFIC OPPORTUNITIES

  • Innovate UK KTN - Resource for sourcing grant programs available in the UK across all sectors. Funding opportunities section allows visitors to the website to filter grants by sector or type of funding required. - https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/opportunities/

UNITED STATES-SPECIFIC OPPORTUNITIES

  • 757 Collab - 757 Accelerate offers its program for founders once a year. Founders get 9 weeks rent free access to a collaborative environment designed for success. Must have a disruptive product and be willing to travel to Norfolk VA for 2 weeks. Funding of $20,000.  Apply by 1/25/2025 - https://757collab.org/accelerate/#requirements

  • Access Ventures Fellowship - The Access Ventures Fellowship empowers young leaders (ages 22-30) who are dedicated to creating meaningful change in their communities and beyond. By providing resources, a supportive community, and a stipend, the fellowship enables these leaders to explore ideas that champion human flourishing, particularly for those facing systemic challenges. Fellows receive a $20,000 stipend over 12 months. Apply by 1/31/2025 - https://www.accessventures.org/fellowship

  • Amazon’s Black Business Accelerator - Dedicated to helping build sustainable equity and growth for Black entrepreneurs by enabling their success as sellers. Grow your business with access to financial support, strategic business guidance and mentorship, and marketing and promotional support. - https://sell.amazon.com/programs/black-business-accelerator

  • Amber Grants ($15 application fee) - Must be a woman-owned business or non-profit in the US or Canada. Three $10,000 Amber Grants are awarded each month. Three of the 36 monthly winners get an additional $25,000 Year-End Amber Grant. -https://ambergrantsforwomen.com/

  • Athene Black & Brown Business Summit Pitch Competition - All pitch competition applicants are invited to attend the Athene Black & Brown Business Summit on April 16-17 at the Sheraton Hotel in West Des Moines, Iowa. On April 16th, 7 of the top applicants will be asked to present their pitch in front of judges and have a chance to win thousands of dollars. Business must be at least 51% minority owned. Apply by 1/31/25 - https://wdmchamber.org/bbbs-pitch-competition-application

  • Bank of America's Business Education Center for Entrepreneurs - Visit Bank of America's Small Business Education site for access to free webinars on Accessing Capital, Building Business Credit and more - https://go.bofa.com/BusinessEducationCenter

  • BMO Fellowship with Watson Institute - The BMO Fellowship is a fully-funded venture and leadership program designed to provide comprehensive support to highly promising, diverse environmental sustainability entrepreneurs and leaders. It offers award-winning training in entrepreneurship, sustainability, and leadership to help advance their environmental sustainability-focused ventures and actively contribute to solving their communities’ most pressing challenges. This Fellowship is specifically intended for individuals from historically underserved communities who possess lived experience with the challenges they are determined to address. Preference will be given to those in AZ, NM, CA and CO.  Apply by 2/2/25 - https://watson.is/bmo-fellowship/

  • CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator - The CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator powered by gener8tor supports up to twelve high-growth startups per year (2 cohorts of 6) working at the forefront of sustainable mobility. Relocation to Chattanooga, Tennessee for the duration of the program is required.  Funding of $20,000. Apply by 1/27/2025 - https://www.gener8tor.com/investment-accelerators/co-lab

  • Conscious Venture Lab Accelerator - 14-week accelerator program for early-stage, purpose-driven companies using innovation to break down barriers to access and create a more equitable society. Must be for-profit business located in located in Baltimore, New York City, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C.  Apply by 1/10/2025 - https://novellacenter.org/

  • Dairy Runway Program - (NY and New England) - The Dairy Runway Program welcomes food entrepreneurs and dairy innovators with early-stage ideas for value-added dairy products to participate in a free Cornell University-hosted entrepreneurship course focused on initial product concept and customer discovery. In addition to virtual classes, the program includes prototype training and business coaching. The program is open to any dairy entrepreneur or food innovator located in New York and the New England states with an idea for a new, value-added, cow milk-based dairy product. To be eligible, participants must agree to source cow milk produced in the state of New York in their proposed dairy product. Apply by 1/6/25 (info sessions in Nov and Dec) - https://dairyinnovation.org/dairy-runway-program/

  • EmpowerHer Grant - Boundless Futures Foundation - The Boundless Futures Foundation awards grants to U.S.-based female entrepreneurs and nonprofits that support female entrepreneurship. The EmpowHer Grant offers entrepreneurs up to $25,000, with funds provided as reimbursements for business expenses upon proof of payment.  EmpowHer Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis - https://boundlessfutures.org/our-impact/

  • First Interstate BancSystem Foundation grants - First Interstate Bank and the First Interstate BancSystem Foundation provide support in communities served by First Interstate Bank in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming. Must be a nonprofit to apply. The majority of the Foundation's grants are focused on alleviating poverty by assisting low- and moderate-income individuals and communities. Funding minimum of $2500 -https://www.firstinterstatebank.com/company/commitment/grants.php

  • Future Founders Startup Bootcamp 2025 -  A free bootcamp designed to help 18- to 30-year-olds turn ideas, passions, and side hustles into functioning businesses. It is a three-month workshop and discussion series that instills a foundation of entrepreneurial skills in participants like you while you build your startup network. Startup Bootcamp culminates with Pitch Day, an opportunity to get your ideas in front of a new audience while you flex your pitching skills. Apply by 1/7/2025 - https://www.futurefounders.com/startup-bootcamp/

  • Greentown Labs ACCEL Program - Greentown Labs and Browning the Green Space (BGS) are requesting applications from innovative startups with founding and executive teams that are primarily made up of BIPOC leaders who are developing climate solutions for sectors including agriculture, buildings, electricity, manufacturing, resilience and adaptation, and transportation. Funding up to $25,000. Apply by 1/7/2025 - https://greentownlabs.com/accel/

  • HerRise Micro-Grant ($10 fee to apply) - Each month a $1000 micro-grant will be awarded to a for-profit small business owned by women of color. Past recipients used their growth grants for computers, equipment, marketing materials, software purchase, website creation and more. - https://www.hersuitespot.com/herrise/

  • Home Depot Foundation's Veteran Housing Grants program - The Home Depot Foundation's Veteran Housing Grants program awards grants to nonprofit organizations for the new construction or rehabilitation of multifamily, permanent supportive housing for veterans throughout the United States, including Puerto Rico. The grants fund physical construction costs, and must comprise less than 50% of the total development cost of the project. While rural areas will be considered, priority will be given to large cities with populations of over 300,000 people. Specifically, there is a focus on projects in the following cities: Los Angeles and San Diego, CA; Denver, CO; Atlanta, GA; Tampa, FL; Chicago, IL; Detroit, MI; New York, NY; Houston, TX; and Seattle, WA. Funding up to $500,000. Deadlines of March 21, 2025 and July 3, 2025 - https://corporate.homedepot.com/page/veteran-housing-grants

  • Idea Cafe Small Business Grant - Idea Cafe, an online resource center for women-owned businesses, has been awarding Idea Cafe Small Business Grants of $1,000 to women entrepreneurs who either own a business currently or want to start their own business. Applications are now being taken for women who would like to apply for the grant money. (no fee but must sign up to be part of Idea Cafe) - https://www.businessownersideacafe.com/business_grants/index.php

  • Josephine Collective - The Josephine Collective looks at deals on a rolling basis, and founders can apply to be considered at any time. Goal is to have the entire process take no more than 3 weeks from presentation to wire. They invest anywhere from $10K to $100K depending on the Collective’s interest.  JC prefers early-stage tech-enabled businesses.  Companies must be for-profit, US-domiciled, and have an expectation of becoming large-scale businesses.  "Lifestyle" businesses, single location businesses with no current plans to scale, and non-profits will not be considered. - https://joinjosephine.com/

  • Looking Out Foundation - Grants to organizations are made to tax-exempt public charities under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Program interests include, but are not limited to: disadvantaged youth, public health, women, the environment, the arts, the hungry and the homeless. Funding up to $5000. Apply by 2/1/2025 - https://www.lookingoutfoundation.org/grant_applications

  • Military Entrepreneur Challenge - The Military Entrepreneur Challenge is a nationwide grant program that gives veteran, military spouse, and Gold Star Family entrepreneurs the opportunity to network, learn, and compete for capital to grow their small business. - https://secondservicefoundation.org/mec/

  • Minority Business Circle - Supportive network for diverse entrepreneurs in various industries, offering opportunities like grants, loans, significant discounts on essential business products, and a comprehensive step-by-step guide with customized tools to track progress and foster growth. See link for info - https://minoritybusinesscircle.com/

  • Mona-Kiva Loan Opportunity for Small Business - Mona and Kiva U.S. have partnered to distribute $1 million of loan funding to 100 small businesses in the form of 0% interest, $0 fee, highly accessible loans $1,000 to $15,000 in size. All U.S. small businesses are eligible. Immigrant, refugee, and first-generation entrepreneurs are especially encouraged to apply.- https://www.mona-ventures.com/mona-capital

  • MSP Equity Accelerator sponsored by Allianz - The MSP Equity Accelerator sponsored by Allianz invests in high-growth startups founded by Black, Brown and Women entrepreneurs. For each cohort, $100K is invested in each of five startups who receive a concierge experience during our 12-week accelerator program. Founders must be willing to travel to Minnesota for In-Person Components of the program. Apply by 4/25/2025 - https://www.gener8tor.com/investment-accelerators/msp-equity-accelerator

  • Next 1B program (by McKinsey) - The Next 1B program from McKinsey is designed to support Black-owned brands in the United States. Eligible businesses are typically more than one year in maturity with anywhere from $250k-$5M in annual revenue, and sells consumer products - https://www.mckinsey.com/bem/overview/next-1b

  • Novae Grants Database - Novae Grants database are intended for small businesses with 6-100 employees, though some are also intended for larger businesses and sole proprietor startups - https://grants.novaegrants.com/

  • NSF Seed Fund - NSF helps startups navigate the earliest stages of technology translation, investing roughly $200 million annually in approximately 400 startups. Each startup can receive up to $2 million to support translational research and development. From advanced manufacturing to artificial intelligence to biological technologies to environmental technologies, they fund nearly all areas of technology. -  https://seedfund.nsf.gov/

  • Retail Readiness Training Program with WalMart and Watson Institute - The Retail Readiness Entrepreneurship Training Program is a competitive 16-week leadership and venture development program designed to support 25 underserved retail entrepreneurs who transform agricultural inputs into higher-value products or work directly in agriculture. Founders receive essential training, a curated list of retail readiness certifications and the financial stipend to pursue those certifications, mentorship, and access to a robust network and community. The program also offers long-term, sustainable alumni support to help entrepreneurs become retail-ready, scale their ventures, create jobs, and positively impact their communities.  Apply by 2/9/2025 - https://watson.is/retail-readiness-entrepreneurship-training-program/#new_tab

  • Sage Impact Entrepreneurship Program - In partnership with Sage Foundation, each year, the program will support 12-13 early-stage and underrepresented startups based in the US through its Annual Core Cohort offering tailored mentoring, Sage’s product support, grants, and strategic training. Apply by 1/10/2025 - https://vilcap.com/programs/sage-impact-entrepreneurship-united-states

  • Service2CEO program - Service2CEO Is an entrepreneurship program for military-connected entrepreneurs. The program provides resources, networks of people committed to your success, and an actionable curriculum that accelerates your business to the next stage of development. - https://www.therosienetwork.org/service2ceo-program

  • Small Business Readiness for Resiliency grant - Developed in partnership with founding sponsor FedEx, the Small Business Readiness for Resiliency Program (R4R) is a multi-year initiative to empower small business owners to proactively mitigate the risks posed by disasters. Funding of $5,000 -https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/disaster-response-and-resiliency/small-business-readiness-for-resiliency

  • Small Certified Supplier Innovative Finance Program - Targeted to small certified suppliers in California, Georgia, Kansas, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas and Washington, the Small Certified Supplier Innovative Finance Program is designed to engage diverse suppliers in educational funding readiness training and funder matching to support capacity building. Funding for $5,000 - https://foundersfirstcapitalpartners.com/small-certified-supplier-innovative-finance-program/

  • SPUR (Shared Purpose, Unlimited Reach) Pathways - Through an integrated and collaborative approach, Macy’s, Inc. and Momentus will provide access to a range of capital options from microloans to growth capital to equity investments. This represents a commitment to underrepresented businesses and aims to galvanize the retail industry to invest in the next generation of entrepreneurs - https://www.macysinc.com/purpose/spurpathways

  • Start Small Think Big is a nonprofit that helps small businesses with high potential and limited access to the resources needed to create thriving businesses. They partner with small business owners, providing personalized business support and building connections with local communities.  Applicants should have at least $500 in recurring sales over the past 3 months and total household income must fall below 750% Federal Poverty Guidelines.  If you are interested in being considered as a “client” for free services, you can fill out this form https://partner.startsmallthinkbig.org/bofainstitute (check toggle on side for English/Spanish).  They also offer free webinars (in Eng and Span) with upcoming events listed here - https://www.startsmallthinkbig.org/events-for-small-businesses

  • TD Charitable Foundation Grants - The TD Charitable Foundation’s Capacity Building Fund provides grants to nonprofit organizations in TD Bank’s U.S. market areas for training, talent, tools, and tactics to further help their programs succeed. The Fund includes two opportunities: Capacity Building Grants provide funding to help strengthen and increase the impact of organizations on the communities they serve. These grants support work around three key issues: tactics, talent, and tools. The Nonprofit Training Resource Fund supports specific trainings that increase the capacities and skill sets of organizations’ employees. For both opportunities, support is primarily provided for programs aligned to one of TD’s corporate citizenship priorities: better health, connected communities, financial security, and a vibrant planet. Applicants must have annual operating budgets of $2 million or less and serve low- to moderate-income communities and diverse or historically underserved communities. Eligible areas are CT, DE, DC, FL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, and VT. Funding up to $150,000. Apply by May 30, 2025 - https://www.td.com/us/en/about-us/communities/ready-commitment/funding-opportunities/non-profit

  • Truist NonProfit Grant - The Truist Foundation supports nonprofits with grants that target leadership development, economic mobility, thriving communities and educational equity. Quarterly deadlines - https://www.truist.com/purpose/truist-foundation/grant-application

  • U.S. Venture/Schmidt Family Foundation Grant - The Program Grants will be awarded from the U.S. Venture/Schmidt Family Foundation (USV/SFF) to help the disadvantaged, improve the quality of people’s lives, and strengthen our communities. The Foundation will consider a broad range of requests including specific program needs, capital or general operating support. A charitable organization will typically receive no more than one program grant per calendar year. Apply quarterly (1/25/25, 4/25/25, 7/25/25, 10/24/25) - https://www.usventure.com/giving-back/us-venture-schmidt-family-foundation/program-grants/

  • Veterans Business Outreach Center - The Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) program offers resources to veterans who are interested in starting or growing a small business. There are 22 locations (soon expanding to 35) and they offer workshops, training, counseling, and mentorship opportunities. - https://www.sba.gov/local-assistance/resource-partners/veterans-business-outreach-center-vboc-program

  • Warrior Rising Grant - Warrior Rising strives to accept and assist veterans at any point in the process of starting their own business, whether it is only a concept or if they have actual operations. Funding of $20,000 - https://www.warriorrising.org/apply/

  • Wish Local Empowerment Program - You must be a Black-owned business with a brick-and-mortar shop within the United States and less than 20 employees. If selected for the program, you must join Wish Local (which is free). Grants for up to $2000 - https://www.wish.com/local/empowerment

  • Women In Tech Accelerator - The US Women in Tech Accelerator is designed to tackle the funding inequities women-identifying entrepreneurs face by unlocking early-stage financial and social capital to improve economic mobility and equitable access to essential services for women, families, and historically marginalized and overlooked communities across the United States. Apply by 1/31/2025 - https://vilcap.com/programs/women-in-tech-accelerator-us

  • YippityDoo Big Idea Grant ($15 application fee) - Each month, one $1000 grant is awarded to a woman, age 18 or over, in the US to invest in their Business or Idea. It can be used as a start up grant, marketing grant, operational grant or whatever you need to help you to the next level with your idea or business. - https://programs.yippitydoo.com/thebigideagrantforwomen

  • ZenBusiness Free LLC Formation for Moms - To help mothers take the first step toward entrepreneurship, ZenBusiness is covering business formation costs and will help entrepreneurs form an LCC, track expenses, secure a business name, and more.  -https://www.zenbusiness.com/moms/

Organizations

The following is a partial list of political, women’s national and statewide organizations. Note: Filipina Women’s Network is not responsible for the content of linked third party sites and does not make any representation, warranty, or endorsement with respect to any content or material or the accuracy of any content or material on such third party websites.

Asian Organizations

  • AsianWeek Foundation and its affiliate organizations

  • Asian American Bar Association of New York

    The mission of AABANY is to improve the study and practice of law, and the fair administration of justice for all by ensuring the meaningful participation of Asian-Americans in the legal profession.

  • Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE)

    AACRE focuses on long-term movement building, capacity infrastructure, and leadership support for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders committed to social justice.

  • Asian and Pacific Islanders' California Action Network (APIsCAN)

    APIsCAN means to improve access, quality of care, and increase positive outcomes for racial, ethnic, and cultural communities.

  • Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center

    The goal of Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center is to ensure that Asian Americans can access government services and the legal system to protect and enforce their right, and to seek full participation in American society.

  • Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus

    Seeks to increase Asian Pacific Islander participation and representation in all levels of government.

    Women’s Leadership in Asia

  • California Asian Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus Institute

    The mission is to increase participation of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) in government and the democratic process through its leadership development programs.

  • Center for Lao Studies

    The Center for Lao Studies is a unique organization that serves both as an academic and a resource center for scholars, the general public, and persons of Lao heritage around the world.

  • Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs (CAPIAA)

    The CAPIAA’s mission is to improve the lives of Asian Pacific Americans in Washington State by ensuring their access to participation in the fields of government, business, education, and other areas

  • Hmong Women’s Heritage Association

    Hmong Women's Heritage Association is a non-profit, community-based organization committed to empowering Hmong women and their families in the Sacramento region to lead healthy lives.

  • Laotian American National Alliance (LANA)

    LANA is a national community-based non-profit that amplify the underrepresented voices and empower multi-ethnic community through education, visibility, and collaboration.

  • Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics, Inc. (LEAP)

    LEAP is a national, nonprofit organization, with a mission to achieve full participation and equality for Asian and Pacific Islanders (APIs) through leadership, empowerment, and policy.

  • Nhan Hoa Comprehensive Health Care Clinic

    NH’s mission is to provide affordable and comprehensive family-based health services to the individuals who may not otherwise have access to healthcare due to financial, language, cultural, lifestyle, or psychological barriers—regardless of their ability to pay.

  • OCA

    OCA National Center provides opportunities to learn about issues affecting AAPIs and work with various organizations in Washington, D.C., including nonprofits, federal agencies, congressional offices, and corporations.

  • Shades of Yellow

    Shades of Yellow (SOY) is the first and only incorporated Hmong Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) non-profit organization that works to provide support, education, advocacy, and leadership development to Hmong LGBTQ and allies.

  • TaiwaneseAmerican.org

    TaiwaneseAmerican.org is both a volunteer-driven website and a non-profit organization that intends to connect and promote those who identify with the Taiwanese identity, heritage, or culture.

Scholarships, Fellowships & Grants

  • Scholarships for Women

    Scholarshipsandgrants.us has been helping students find scholarships and grants for a decade. They specialized in providing scholarship information for women and high school seniors.

Political Organizations

State Organizations

  • California School Boards Association
    The California School Boards Association is a collaborative group of virtually all of the state’s more than 1,000 school districts and county offices of education. It brings together school governing boards and their districts and county offices on behalf of California’s children.
     

  • California State Association of Counties
    The primary purpose of CSAC is to represent county government before the California Legislature, administrative agencies and the federal government.
     

  • California Women Lead (CEWAER)
    As California’s largest nonpartisan association of women leaders, California Women Lead provides a positive environment for women involved in public policy to discuss issues and develop relationships across party lines.  

  • California Women’s Leadership Association
    CWLA is a partisan organization committed to bring together influential women to effect positive change in our community and government through education as well as advocacy and to identify and assist women with opportunities for involvement in significant decision making opportunities and positions.
     

  • Commission on the Status of Women
    The California Commission on the Status of Women is a nonpartisan state agency that works in a culturally inclusive manner to promote equality and justice for all women and girls by advocating on their behalf.
     

  • Leadership California
    The mission of Leadership California is to increase the representation and influence of diverse women leaders across the state and inspire them to act on their knowledge of issues and cutting-edge trends facing California, the nation and the world.
     

  • Leadership Texas
    Leadership Texas provides leadership education programs that advance and improve the personal, economic and professional status of women leaders in Texas.
     

  • League of California Cities
    The League of California Cities is an association of California city officials who work together to enhance their knowledge and skills, exchange information, and combine resources so that they may influence policy decisions that affect cities. 
     

  • Los Angeles African-American Women’s Public Policy Institute (LAAAWPPI)
    LAAAWPPI's mission is to increase the numbers of African-American women in leadership positions in the public policy, 
    civic and political arenas by providing professional development through educational programs, seminars, workshops
    and personal networking strategies and opportunities.
     

  • The Women’s Foundation of California

    Women’s Foundation of California trains and invests in women to become policy advocates and philanthropic leaders who strengthen the economic wellbeing of California’s women and their families. 

National Women’s Organizations

  • 9to5: National Association of Working Women
    9to5 is a national organization dedicated to putting working women’s issues on the public agenda. 9to5’s constituents are low-wage women, women in traditionally female jobs, and those who’ve experienced any form of discrimination. Find out more about your job rights by contacting their Job Survival hotline at www.9to5.org/resources/helpline. 

  • American Association of University Women
    Committed to making an impact on education and equity for all women and girls; to removing barriers and developing opportunities to enable women and girls to reach their full potential.

  • American Association of University Women (AAUW)
    AAUW advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research. By joining AAUW, you belong to a community that breaks through educational and economic barriers so that all women have a fair chance. 

  • American Business Women’s Association (ABWA)
    ABWA’s mission is to bring together businesswomen of diverse occupations and to provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others grow personally and professionally through leadership, education; networking support and national recognition.

  • American Medical Women’s Association
    The American Medical Women’s Association is an organization which functions at the local, national, and international level to advance women in medicine and improve women’s health. They achieve this by providing and developing leadership, advocacy, education, expertise, mentoring, and by building strategic alliances. 

  • American Society of Women Accountants
    The mission of ASWA is to enable women in all accounting and related fields to achieve their full personal, professional and economic potential and to contribute to the future development of their profession. 

  • American Women In Radio & Television American Women in Radio & Television, Inc. (AWRT)
    AWRT is a non-profit, professional organization of women who work in the media and allied fields. Their mission is to advance the impact of women in the media and allied fields by educating, advocating and acting as a resource to their members, the industry, and the public.

  • Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology
    The Anita Borg Institute seeks to increase the impact of women on all aspects of technology, and increase the positive impact of technology on the world’s women. 

  • Association for Women in Mathematics
    The purpose of the Association for Women in Mathematics is to encourage women and girls to study and to have active careers in the mathematical sciences, and to promote equal opportunity and the equal treatment of women and girls in the mathematical sciences. 

  • Association for Women in Science
    AWIS is a national advocacy organization championing the interests of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics across all disciplines and employment sectors. By breaking down barriers and creating opportunities, AWIS strives to ensure that women in these fields can achieve their full potential. 

  • Association of American Colleges and Universities (AACU)
    The AACU is concerned with the quality, vitality, and public standing of undergraduate liberal education. Their members are committed to extending the advantage of a liberal education to all students, regardless of their academic specialization or intended career.

  • ASTIA
    Astia’s mission is to foster the full participation and leadership of women in entrepreneurship and as accelerators of high growth businesses.

  • Catalyst
    Catalyst Catalyst works with businesses and the professions to build inclusive workplaces and expand opportunities for women and business. Catalyst seeks a world that supports and encourages every woman in her career aspirations and places no limits on where her skills and energy can take her. 

  • Committee of 200
    The primary mission of C200 is to foster, celebrate and advance women’s leadership in business. Through targeted outreach and support to future leaders, C200 also helps to ensure that women will continue to take evermore significant and visible leadership roles. 

  • Conference Board
    The Conference Board operates as a global independent membership organization working in the public interest. It publishes information and analysis, makes economics-based forecasts and assesses trends, and facilitates learning by creating dynamic communities of interest that bring together senior executives from around the world.  

  • Dress for Success
    Dress for Success is an international, nonprofit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire and personal support in helping women not only find jobs but also thrive in the workforce. Each year they reach more than 40,000 women in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and the Netherlands.

  • Families and Work Institute (FWI)
    Families and Work Institute (FWI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization that studies the changing workforce, family and community. As a preeminent think-tank, FWI is known for being ahead of the curve, identifying emerging issues, and then conducting rigorous research that often challenges common wisdom, provides insight and leads to change.  

  • Financial Women’s Association
    The Financial Women’s Association brings together high achieving professionals from every sector of the financial world. They are dedicated to developing future leaders, enhancing the role of women in finance, and investing in the community. 

  • Girls Incorporated
    Girls Incorporated is a national nonprofit youth organization dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. With roots dating to 1864, Girls Inc has provided vital educational programs to millions of American girls, particularly those in high-risk, underserved areas. 

  • International Women’s Forum
    The International Women’s Forum is advancing women’s leadership across careers, cultures and continents by connecting the world’s most preeminent women of significant and diverse achievement. Through this global organization, IWF members come together across national and international boundaries to share knowledge and ideas, to enrich each other’s lives, to provide a network of support and to exert influence. 

  • International Women’s Democracy Center
    Goals are to strengthen women’s global leadership through training, education, networking, and research with a focus on increasing women’s participation in politics, policy, and decision-making within their own governments.

  • Leadership America
    Ideal for the established woman leader whose responsibilities are national in focus.

  • Make it in Scrubs
    The health care industry in California is a rapidly growing field that needs workers in all professions now. Learn about opportunities in the profession.

  • National Association for Female Executives (NAFE)
    NAFE has a rich history of providing education, networking, and public advocacy to empower its members to achieve career success and financial security. Members are women executives, business owners, entrepreneurs and others who are committed to NAFE’s mission: the advancement of women in the workplace. 

  • National Latina Business Women Association
    Founded in 2003, the NLBWA exists to promote, develop and support the growth of Latina business owners and professionals. They are working to increase representation, networking and mentoring opportunities for Latinas in the business world. 

  • National Women’s Business Council
    The National Women’s Business Council is a bipartisan federal advisory council created to serve as an independent source of advice and policy recommendations to the president, Congress and the U. S. Small Business Administration on vital economic issues to women business owners. 
     

  • National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO)

    The National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) propels women entrepreneurs into economic, social and political spheres of power worldwide by: strengthening the wealth creating capacity of our members and promoting economic development within the entrepreneurial community, creating innovative and effective change in the business culture, building strategic alliances, coalitions and affiliations, transforming public policy and influencing opinion makers. 
     

  • National Organization for Women
    Takes action to bring women into full participation in the mainstream of American society.

  • She Runs It
    AWNY’s mission is to provide a forum for personal and professional growth; to serve as a catalyst for the advancement of women in the communications field; and to promote and support philanthropic endeavors through the AWNY Foundation. 
     

  • Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
    SWE is a not-for-profit educational and service organization that empowers women to succeed and advance in the field of engineering, and to be recognized for their life-changing contributions as engineers and leaders.

  • Texas Women’s Foundation

    Texas Women’s Foundation is a leading driver of meaningful social and economic change for women, girls and families in Texas.

  • The Association for Women in Communications
    The Association for Women in Communications is a professional organization that champions the advancement of women across all communications disciplines by recognizing excellence, promoting leadership and positioning its members at the forefront of the evolving communications era. 

  • The Center for Asian Pacific American Women
    APA Women develops Asian Pacific women nationwide to achieve success and fulfillment in their personal and professional lives, and to lead positive change in their workplace and communities.

  • The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)
    The WBDC is the oldest, largest, most comprehensive, and successful women’s business assistance center in the United States. They deliver business services and financial assistance to empower women towards entrepreneurship and economic self-sufficiency. 

  • The Women’s Sports Foundation
    Founded in 1974 by tennis legend, Billie Jean King, the Women’s Sports Foundation is dedicated to creating leaders by ensuring all girls access to sports.

  • Women’s Council of Realtors
    The Women’s Council of Realtors is a network of successful realtors empowering women to exercise their potential as entrepreneurs and industry leaders.  

  • Women For Hire
    Founded in 1999 as the first and only company devoted to a comprehensive array of recruitment services for women, Women For Hire offers signature career expos, inspiring speeches and seminars, a popular career-focused magazine and customized marketing programs. 

  • Women Grocers of America (WGA)
    WGA serves as an information and advisory arm to the National Grocers Association. Membership in WGA is open to any woman affiliated with a retail, wholesale, manufacturing/ service supplier company or state/local association that maintains membership in the National Grocers Association. 

  • Women in Cable Telecommunications (WICT)
    WICT develops women leaders who transform the telecommunications industry. As the oldest and largest organization serving women professionals in this field, WICT is at the forefront of an industry undergoing constant change. 

  • Women In Government
    Provides a neutral platform for bringing women policymakers together to share information and seek solutions to timely issues before federal, state and local governments.
     

  • Women in Government Relations (WGR)
    WGR is committed to the advancement and empowerment of women at all career levels of government relations. By offering leadership opportunities, mentoring, partnerships, networking and educational programming, WGR cultivates its members’ personal and professional growth. 
     

  • Women in Technology International (WITI)
    WITI’s mission is to empower women worldwide to achieve unimagined possibilities and transformations through technology, leadership and economic prosperity. 

Power Contacts

We’ve compiled this list to help you network with corporate women and share strategies. From time to time, we may update this list. If you’d like to add your organization, contact us at: epahayagan@ffwn.org

3M ACCENTURE
AETNA
ARNOLD & PORTER LLP.
AT&T
BASF
BEST BUY
BURGER KING CORPORATION
CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANY
CORNING
DELOITTE  
DOW CORNING
DUPONT
DUKE ENERGY CORPORATION
ERNST & YOUNG
GENERAL ELECTRIC
GENERAL MILLS
GOLDMAN_SACHS
H. J. HEINZ
IBM
INTUIT
JOHNSON & JOHNSON
KELLOGG
KPMG
LENOVO,  INC.
MERCK
MICROSOFT
NEW YORK LIFE
PEPSICO
PFIZER INC.
PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS
STATE FARM
SEARS HOLDINGS CORPORATION
TEXAS INSTRUMENTS
THE CLOROX COMPANY
THE HERSHEY COMPANY
THE MCGRAW-HILL COMPANIES
VERIZON
XEROX

Dawn L. McGinley, Global Leader and Strategist 3M Women’s Leadership Network 3M Center Building 223-1S-23 Saint Paul, MN 55144 Phone: 651-733-5500 

3M’s Women’s Leadership Forum (WLF) is a new global effort attract and develop leaders at every level of organization to accelerate the inclusion and advancement of women worldwide, and to reflect our customers and markets and grow our business.

The WLF is led by a full-time dedicated 3M leader, and encompasses a multitude of grass roots volunteer teams in 3M locations everywhere. Local and global efforts involve men and women to help overcome the traditional barriers women have struggled against. The work of the WLF is integral to the achievement of 3M’s diversity and inclusion goals.'
 

Accenture strives to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where they can all develop professionally and build a rewarding career. 

We build and maintain a global workforce mirroring that of our clients’-employing a diverse group of people from different backgrounds, with a vast range of skills and experience, yet all connected by a common sense of culture.

Cultivating a diverse workforce is smart business sense. We promote an inclusive work environment for all our employees. We value the uniqueness of each individual and rely on these differences to drive our innovation, growth and performance among our client base.

With support from leadership all over the world, the Global Women’s Initiative offers programs such as mentoring and networking opportunities to ensure that women continue to succeed in our company.

The Aetna Women’s Resource Group supports Aetna’s values and diversity initiatives and programs by facilitating professional and personal development and advancement opportunities. Goals/Objectives: Strengthen the existing network, capitalizing on our collective experiences, to expand opportunities to allow more women to participate and contribute. Offer structured learning and training opportunities. Partner with business areas to provide exposure and participation in business initiatives and/or projects that enhance individual performance and/or leadership competencies. Offer a channel for networking and making contacts for women at all levels of the organization.

Contact: Judy Bernstein-Gaeta Women Lawyers at A&P (WLAP) Committee Chair 555 12th Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 Phone: 202-942-5497

Diversity is a core value at Arnold & Porter. Arnold & Porter seeks, through its diversity policy, to promote the treatment of every person with dignity and respect, value the contribution that each person makes as an individual, enable our colleagues to be comfortable being themselves, and encourage every person to realize his or her potential. The firm believes that each individual has the right to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal opportunity.

Diversity is an inclusive concept and encompasses many different aspects, including but not limited to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, protected veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

We aim to have a workplace that is comfortable and welcoming for everyone. We have been recognized for our leadership, but we always strive to do better and are committed to offering ongoing programs to attract and retain a diverse population at the firm. These efforts include:

  • Affinity groups that foster community, provide training and mentoring, and promote career advancement; 

  • Strong recruitment efforts aimed at attracting diverse talent;

  • Pro bono cases that reflect our commitment to equality and fairness; and

  • A record of support for and connection with numerous organizations that promote diversity.


     

AT&T

Women of AT&T

Women of AT&T are organized to inspire members to achieve their personal and professional goals and to effect change in the community. Women of AT&T provide an avenue for women to develop and demonstrate their leadership abilities; ensure growth, advancement and success through education, mentoring, and networking; promote awareness of AT&T in the community through active involvement in community-related activities; foster an environment that recognizes the value of women’s contributions; and add value to AT&T by acting as ambassadors in local communities.

BASF

BASF Corporation Women in Business(WIB)

Contact: Denise kingstrom Fernandez BASF Corporation 26701 Telegraph Rd. Southfield, MI 48034 Phone: 248-304-5707 Fax: 248-304-5879

The mission of the Women in Business employee group is to assist BASF Corporation in implementing programs that attract, retain, develop and promote women employees in response to the changing workplace demographics. These programs will also address the challenges of the changing business, family, and social environments in support of BASF Group’s Vision 2015.

Best Buy

WOLF (Best Buy’s Women’s Leadership Forum)

Contact: Liz Haesler, Vice President of Appliances 1845 Satellite Blvd, Suite 400 Duluth, GA 30097

WOLF is a vast network of thousands of customers and employees who work with individuals, brands, partners, stores and communities to help Best Buy build strong women leaders, focus on driving female market share and advancing women’s leadership. Since it’s inception in 2004, WOLF has grown into a sizeable network of over 10,000 Best Buy customer and employees. The work of WOLF focuses on creating opportunities and structure for our people, especially our female employees, to maximize their leadership development, encouraging and scaling smart ideas to support the business, and engaging with our female customers to deliver a better experience in our stores.

Burger King

Women’s Leadership Forum

Mission: To develop the potential of emerging leaders at Burger King Corporation with a primary focus on women, by creating opportunities to learn, lead and network within the organization and the community, thereby furthering the objectives of the Go Forward Plan

Campbell Soup Company

Women of Campbell

Contact: Judy Freedman Group Director, Public Affairs One Campbell Place Camden, NY 08103-1799 Phone: 856-342-3892

Campbell Soup Company is committed to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in the workplace. The Women of Campbell mission is to foster improved communications, professional development, and mentoring to help our women leaders achieve and demonstrate their full potential. Successfully doing this will allow the company to more fully capitalize on the talents and contributions of its women employees. When we make the environment at Campbell better for women, we make it better for everyone.

Corning

Corning Professional Women’s Forum

The mission of the Corning Professional Women’s Forum is to add value to Corning Inc. and champion an environment in which women achieve their full potential.

Deloitte & Touche LLP

Initiative for the Retention & Advancement of Women

Deloitte & Touche is committed to the business imperative of retaining and advancing women in the firm. In our competitive global marketplace, the advancement of women into leadership positions is both the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. Our award-winning Initiative for the Retention and Advancement of Women has led to organization-wide culture change, reduced turnover, greater client loyalty, and new business wins.

Dow Corning

Dow Corning Corporation Women’s Network

Contact: Tracy Larson Dow Corning Corporation 2200 W. Salzburg Rd. Midland, MI 48686-0994 Phone: 989-496-1557

The Women’s Network assists in creating a culture which maximizes the contributions of all employees and capitalizes on our diversity, thereby creating a competitive advantage.

Du Pont

Du Pont Women Networks

Contact: Terry Yancey-Bragg Global Human Resources Manager Phone: 302-999-5430

Our mission is to foster the development of women at Du Pont and to provide support and communications.

Duke Energy Corporation

Business Women’s Network (BWN)

The purpose of the Business Women’s Network (BWN) is to support Duke Energy’s commitment to women’s leadership development, provide employees an opportunity to engage in conversations with senior leaders concerning the leadership skills specific to women’s shared experiences and professional development needs and enable employees to acquire and develop those skills.

Ernst & Young

Office for Gender Equity Strategy and Office for Flexibility

In Ernst & Young’s new firm strategy, people come first-the Firm’s leadership believes that the satisfaction of its people is key to the satisfaction of its clients. The National Office for Retention works to create a more supportive environment for women and to improve work/life integration for all Ernst & Young people. Reporting directly to the chairman, the eight-member team has created nationally recognized mentoring and networking programs for women, as well as initiatives to help work teams and individuals integrate personal and professional needs.

General Electric

GE Women’s Network

Contact: Janice Ferguson Manager, Women’s Network Website: www.ge.com

General Electric’s goal is to foster professional women’s development through tools and cultural change enabling retention and growth.

General Mills

General Mills Women’s Forum

Contact: Kjirsten Mickesh Director, Workforce Diversity General Mills Phone: 763-764-8460

The mission of the General Mills Women’s Forum is to create networking opportunities for General Mills senior level women; to facilitate the development of women professionals for greater career mobility; to promote leadership, education, and excellence; to educate and to share information on gender issues.

Goldman Sachs

Global Leadership and Diversity

Contact: 85 Broad Street New York, NY 10004 Phone: 212.902.1000

To manage diversity well, Goldman Sachs must manage people well. They realize that successful formal processes have a particularly positive influence on women, historically underrepresented groups and non-U. S. nationals.

The Office of Global Leadership and Diversity reinforces our culture of meritocracy by advancing leadership and management skills, and integrating diversity considerations into their key business and people processes, such as recruiting, training, career development and other retention strategies.

Goldman Sachs leverages four catalysts to affect change: Leadership Commitment Education & Training Communication & Involvement Measurement & Accountability

H. J Heinz

GOAL for Women

The mission of the Heinz Global Orgnization for the Advancement of Leasdership for Women (GOAL for Women) is to leverage the stategic objectives of H. J Heinz by attracting, developing, retaining, and advancing all women employees through the oraganization.

We believe this is imporant because it demonstrates Heinz’s commitment to a diverse workforce, provides opportunities for greater considmer insights of Heinz’s key consumers -women, enhances effors to recruit, promote and retain top female talent and to develop leadership competencies in Heinz women, serves as a catalyst to address a broader spectrum of work/life issues affecting all employees, will have a positive impact on Heinz’s leadership styles and culture, will promote Heinz as a role model in the community and in the workforce, fosters the ability of Heinz to capitalize on the talents and contributions of its women employees and provides an interactive member support network of the women of Heinz (and beyond).

IBM

Diversity and Leadership Initiative

Contact: Heather Howell Global Program Owner, Women’s Initiatives

IBM’s goal is to be the premier global employer of women. We focus on increasing our recruiting efforts among women; nurturing their careers once they’re hired; and multiplying the number of women in our executive ranks. Highlights of our innovative global strategy for the advancement of women, which includes a unique focus on women in technology and multicultural women, are:

Employee network groups dedicated to women around the world. Women’s leadership programs and symposiums to develop high potential women. Mentoring programs to encourage women in their pursuit of degrees in engineering and science. Giving employees access to childcare centers and eldercare resources and referrals around the world. Offering a number of flexible options in terms of work schedules that are open to women and men alike.

We believe our commitment and leadership are making a difference for women in business -- and not just in our business. We’re working in partnership with the Egyptian National Council for Women to help women develop skills vital to their success in the workplace. And we’ve launched a nonprofit organization called the Japan Women Innovative Network devoted to enhancing the presence of women in managerial positions in Japan.

Intuit

Intuit Women’s Network

Contact: Joanne Jacobs Phone: 650-944-3808

Voluntary network driven by member commitment and company support and committed to helping women achieve their professional and personal aspirations.

Personal and Professional Development: Access to IWN hosted workshops and events, industry speakers, and relevant articles and information Formal and informal networking and mentoring opportunities, including IWN sponsored networking events Leadership experiences through IWN leadership role and/or drive various IWN activities and initiatives Voice of Women: Capture the voice of women in the company to influence IWN activities and raise awareness of women’s issues, concerns and trends

Johnson & Johnson

Women’s Leadership Initiative

The Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) is an employee affinity group that supports the Johnson & Johnson leadership development initiative with strategies and actions focused not only on increasing the number of women, but on removing challenges and developing leadership competencies. Now in its 13th year, the WLI at the Johnson & Johnson family of companies, represents one of the Corporation’s largest and oldest affinity groups. Today, the WLI has a chapter or activities in virtually all of the more than 250 Johnson & Johnson operating companies across the globe. The WLI is committed to the development, advancement and retention of women leaders with a vision to “Maximize the power of women to drive global competitive advantage.” The Initiative continues today to be driven by women leaders and is supported by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer William C. Weldon and the Johnson & Johnson Executive Committee.

Kellogg

Women of Kellogg

Women of Kellogg (WOK) is a community of employees dedicated to the personal and professional learning, growth, and development of the women of the Kellogg Company. We come together to foster mutual learning, camaraderie, and friendship in the sincere belief that as we grow people, we grow the company. Our purpose is to:

Provide a forum in which members may better understand the influence the work climate in which success is achieved at the Kellogg Company Create dialogue and awareness of where gender-related roles, perceptions, and realities impact individual opportunities for success at the Kellogg Company Create an environment of frankness and candor in which members may discuss issues, practice new roles, and seek feedback and coaching without penalty Open dialogue in the company about the impact of gender, race, sexual orientation, work/life balance, disabilities, and other differences on business strategies Challenge ourselves to develop solutions and suggestions that advance and benefit the company, while supporting the Kellogg business strategy

KPMG

Contact: Kathy Hannan Partner Tax KPMG LLP Phone: 312-665-5312

At KPMG, our commitment to diversity and recognition of the value that women and their perspectives bring to our firm is a logical extension of our core values, business imperatives, and community outreach. We develop and nurture women leaders through an inclusion culture that promotes and measures women’s success. We are proud to advance and retain women through mentoring, networking, manager training, work-style diversity education, and gender reviews of partner promotion and project teams. Since the formation of KPMG’s Women’s Advisory Board in 2003, which is charged with advancing the personal and professional goals of women at the firm, and subsequently the creation and expansion of KPMG’s Network of Women (KNOW), the firm has seen tremendous progress and numerous accomplishments as it relates to the retention and advancement of women.

Lenovo, Inc.

Women in Lenovo Leadership (WILL)

WILL was launched in 2007 on International Women’s Day with the purpose of addressing key priorities that would support a woman’s growth and contribution to the company.

WILL focuses on key events and process improvements to address visibility and awareness, such as: Participation at global women’s venues; e. g., Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society Establishing partnerships with world-class organizations; e. g., WITI, Center for Creative Leadership; Working Mothers Media Sponsoring key events; e. g., Panel discussions; Community Activities; Networking events Since its implementation, WILL has initiated process improvements to ensure support including: Strengthening recruiting efforts Succession and development planning Local WILL events

Merck

The Women’s Global Constituency Group

The Women’s Global Constituency Group is focused on enhancing business and talent management outcomes consistent with our business strategy and agreed upon aspirations for a high performing culture by: Maximizing innovation and business results through global, internal benchmarking Supporting women to contribute globally Enhancing our understanding of and relationships with key external stakeholders Growing our leadership bench strength

Microsoft

Women@Microsoft

Women@Microsoft is the global employee diversity group that seeks to enhance Microsoft’s success by promoting an environment that attracts, develops, and keeps talented female employees. It consists of chapters at the corporate headquarters in Redmond, as well as over 20 locations around the world, representing thousands of women.

The group’s main function is to present opportunities for growth, development and community--it also serves as an advocacy body. It’s run by a volunteer board, providing leadership opportunities to women across the company, the board works together with corporate diversity and company executive sponsorship.

The organization’s most visible work is sponsorship of the Women’s Professional Development Series which includes a bi-annual Women’s Leadership and Development conference for over 4500 employees, semi-annual global webcasts, quarterly networking events and a monthly speaker series. These activities are in addition to great outreach work with local offices and highschool girls, and offline and online activies for employees at a number of regional offices.

New York Life

New York Life Women’s Markets

As one of the country’s largest insurance companies, New York Life recognizes the significant role women play in both corporate and social America. While the company has a rich history of supporting women-New York Life hired female agents before many other insurance companies agreed to insure them. In 1997 the firm decided to formalize its commitment to serving the women’s market by creating the Women’s Initiative.

The overarching goal of this initiative is to better serve the women’s market. By understanding the needs of female consumers and attracting more female agents and managers, New York Life can help women achieve their financial objectives more effectively. New York Life examines how women spend and invest, and has created programs for women professionals in communities nationwide to assist them with skills training and networking.

PepsiCo

PepsiCo Women’s Initiative Network Contact: Beverly Tarulli Vice President 700 Anderson Hill Road Purchase, NY 10577 Phone: 914.253.2509

Women across PepsiCo have come together in employee-created Women’s Initiative (WIN) groups to inspire, connect and empower women. Led by a PepsiCo executive sponsor, the network enhances the work environment for women and all employees. Its mission is to build a community of support for PepsiCo women to contribute and grow in their careers -- while enabling them to achieve personal fulfillment through work-life balance.

PepsiCo Women of Color Multicultural Alliance Rachel Cheeksgivan Sr. Manager Global Diversity and Inclusion 700 Anderson Hill Road Purchase, NY 10577 Phone: 914.253.3025

This network serves as a strategic support and resource group, focusing on attracting retaining and developing women of color in the middle and senior management ranks at PepsiCo, led by a PepsiCo executive sponsor. The network has four priorities: enlisting support and awareness; building a sense of community; educating and developing; and increasing representation and improving retention. The program builds authentic relationships and advancement opportunities for women of color through facilitated dialogues with immediate and skip-level managers; a national leadership development conference; and regional networking events.

Pfizer

Pfizer Global Women’s Initiative

In 2006, Pfizer Worldwide Diversity and Inclusion office launched the company’s first Global Women’s Initiative. Pfizer women’s initiative has actively engaged over 700 women globally, through the development of regional conferences and steering committees comprised of senior women in leadership in Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East, Latin America, and North America. The overall mission of Pfizer’s Global Women’s initiative is to increase the number of senior women business leaders through recruitment, advancement, engagement, and retention, while working to eliminate potential barriers to advancement.

Website: www.pfizer.com

PriceWaterhouseCoopers

Contact: Jennifer Allyn Director, Center for an Inclusive Workplace PricewaterhouseCoopers Phone: 646-471-2715 Fax: 813-741-4827

PricewaterhouseCoopers (www.pwcglobal.com) is the world’s leading professional services organization. Drawing on the knowledge and skills of more than 120,000 people in 150 countries, we help our clients solve complex business problems and measurably enhance their ability to build value, manage risk and improve performance in an Internet-enabled world.

Sears Holdings Corporation

Women in Leadership Development

Contact: Kris Shellum-Allenson Chair undefined Women in Leadership Development 3333 Beverly Road Hoffman Estates, IL, 60179 Phone: 847-286-5037

The vision of the Women in Leadership Development (WiLD) is to bring meaningful input to the Sears Holdings Corporation by channeling the unique attributes and perspectives of all Sears Holdings Corporation women. As associates, our voices and insights have the ability to add commercial value to selecting and marketing of product. WiLD can act as a resource for recruiting, retaining, mentoring, developing, and advancing associates through network leadership opportunities.

State Farm

Women’s Networking Group (WNET)

Contact: Collette Fung Chair of WNET One State Farm Plaza Bloomington, IL 61710 Phone: 309 766 2311

Our mission is to support women as leaders at State Farm. By engaging diverse skills and experiences of women associates, we assist our organization in the development and retention of talented women in both formal and informal leadership positions. Diverse leadership supports State Farm’s vision.

Our Focus Provide education on leadership Support Enterprise Initiatives that focus on women’s issues Allow for networking opportunities Actively support women in our local community Provide opportunities to develop and practice leadership skills

Texas Instruments

Women’s Initiative Network for Texas Instruments (WIN for TI)

Contact: Terry Howard Director, Diversity & Inclusion Texas Instruments P. O. Box 660199, MS8683 Dallas, TX 75266

TI women’s Initiatives strive to create an environment in which women fully participate and thrive in all areas of TI business, benefiting both women and the company. TI has been listed on Working Mother Magazine’s list of “100 Best Companies for Working Mothers” for 13 years and on FORTUNE Magazine’s list of “Best Companies to Work For” for 10 years.

The Clorox Company

SHOW (Support, Heart & Opportunity for Women)

Contact: CC Ciafone Chief of Staff, SHOW 1221 Broadway Oakland, CA 95612 Phone: 510-271-7627

SHOW, the women’s employee group at The Clorox Company, focuses on supporting the women of Clorox in three ways:

Support: Supporting women’s issues both in the workplace and at home through candid open dialogue Heart: Reaching out and supporting women and girls of all ages within our communities through partnerships with Girls Inc., Women’s Initiative, A Safe Place, and others Opportunity: Helping recruit, promote and retain talented Clorox women through shared professional experiences, mentoring and skill development

The Hershey Company

The Women’s Leadership Forum

Contact: Diane Crawford Diversity & Inclusion Manager The Hershey Company 100 Crystal A Drive Hershey, PA 17033 Phone: 717-508-3886

The mission of the Women’s Leadership Forum is to encourage, support and advocate for the women of Hershey’s. Established in 2004 as a forum for women across all business units to come together to share best practices, network for development and improve retention, the forum focuses on:

Developing satisfying professional lives for the women of The Hershey Company Building networks with women both inside and outside the company Providing insights into targeted markets in support of The Hershey Company’s business strategies

The McGraw-Hill Company

WINS

Contact: Rosemarie Lanard VP, Standard & Poor’s/McGraw-Hill Financial 55 Water Street New York, NY 10041 212-438-6719

The McGraw-Hill Companies’ Women’s Initiatives for Networking and Success (WINS) is a corporate-wide initiative that fosters the professional and personal growth of women at The McGraw-Hill Companies through global events and regional networks. Women at all levels, at any stage of their careers, are welcome and encouraged to get involved.

WINS is committed to creating a culture that inspires women to develop their leadership abilities, seize growth opportunities, and increase their knowledge of The McGraw-Hill Companies for organizational and personal success, driven by our global commitment to serving and celebrating the community of women.

WINS supports The McGraw-Hill Companies’ women globally by: Providing a network to encourage women to share experiences across The McGraw-Hill Companies Partnering to create a mentoring culture Developing new business ideas Connecting with our communities Providing the strongest pipeline of diverse talent for top jobs Supporting The McGraw-Hill Companies in attracting, developing and retaining diverse, high-quality talent

Verizon Business

Information Technology

Contact: Norma R. Henry IT Chief Diversity Officer 22001 Loudoun County Parkway Ashburn, VA 20147 Phone: 703-886-7216

The Verizon Business Information Technology organization is committed to diversity in the workplace. To continue to effectively support the company, The IT organization must reflect the diversity of the company’s customers and the communities where Verizon Business does business. IT has assembled a group of qualified individuals to help shepherd diversity in the workplace. The primary goal of the council is to continue to develop and enrich a culture at Verizon Business that promotes acceptance of all employees regardless of culture, race, gender, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or physical appearance.

Xerox

The Women’s Alliance (TW)

Contact: Christine Stewart Business Process Design Manager Xerox Corporation 100 Clinton Ave S. Rochester, NY 14644 (585) 423-5312

TWA is a catalyst to advance the personal and professional development of women at Xerox, enabling each woman to attain her goals.