The Women's Fund

Making a Difference for Women and Girls

The mission of The Women’s Fund of the Richland County Foundation is
to promote philanthropy among women, and to build a permanent fund,
which will provide funding to programs and projects in the Richland County
area that empower women to achieve their full potential.

The Women’s Fund was established in 1996 as a permanent endowment to provide funding for programs and projects in the Richland County area. The Advisory Committee awards grants that promote the physical, intellectual, emotional, social, economic and cultural growth of women of all ages. Organizations that are eligible to receive grants include 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, and health service organizations.

The Women's Fund Advisory Committee 2009-2010 members were elected in June of 2009 and include: Ivy Amos, Chair and Jo Black, Co-Chair (seated in center) Front left: Polly Davis, Front right: Nancie Cummins. Back row, left to right: Judy Gibson, Pat DeCenso, Sue Schamadan,  Fran Welsh, Karen Bierly, Teresa Cooperrider, Jan Beddard, Nancy Joyce, Billie Brandon, and Michelle Ballinger.
Not pictured: Lydia Reid.