Founded in 2005, The Women's Philanthropy Network
is an organization of women aged 16 and older
who pool their annual dues to make high-impact gifts
in the community.
What distinguishes our organization is that the members
vote on the project they want to support.
Partnering with the Community Foundation of Shreveport-Bossier, we use
80% of our funds as "now" money and invest 20% in our endowment fund.
Our focus is on education- particularly in lowering the drop-out rate.
In 2006- our first year to make a grant- with 154 members, we gave
a grant of over $114,000 to Bethune Middle Academy to fund
a comprehensive school turnaround program.
In 2007, we gave a second grant to Bethune in the amount of $98,700.
In only two years, our endowment fund has grown to $132,960.
WE HAVE HAD GOOD RESULTS
improved student and faculty attendance
Decrease in suspensions
Enhanced student focus on reading and academics
with increases in reading and math scores
Enhances student focus on social skills, teamwork, and reading for pleasure
Increased parental involvement
Increased community involvement
As of January 31, 2008, no 2007 Bethune graduates have dropped out of high school.
Download the latest brochure from the Women's Philanthropy Network — right here
