As Founder of nonprofit Freeform, Women Moving Millions member Sonya Passi is working to end gender-based violence by building economic freedom and safety with survivors. Read Passi’s full story on our website, as part of our #StoriesOfImpact series: womenmovingmillions.org/stories/meet...

Congratulations to WMM members Jen Risher and Kristin Hull on being named to the @forbes.com 50 Over 50 list! We’re proud to see their vision and leadership recognized in this prestigious list! Read more: www.forbes.com/sites/maggie...

As the philanthropic sector faces mounting political pressure many funders are choosing caution or anonymity. In this article from the @financialtimes.com, WMM CEO Sarah Haacke Byrd argues that the moment calls for bold, unified action — not retreat. Read more: www.ft.com/content/078e...

New on The Lens: Three powerful reads for the month of July. @fordfoundation.org: “The internet was supposed to set us free.” But for many women, queer, and gender-diverse people, it has become a space of surveillance, abuse, and harassment. womenmovingmillions.org/thelens/

Today is a chance to reflect on what freedom truly means when it’s grounded in equity, and how each of us can contribute to building a more inclusive future.

As threats to gender equity and DEI grow, WMM members are stepping up with bold action and increased giving. Thanks to @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social & Stephanie Beasley for spotlighting our new report on how members are meeting the moment. www.philanthropy.com/article/how-...

How can funders continue or increase their giving to gender equity groups amid a DEI backlash? The members of the Women Moving Millions funder collective offer some tips. phlnthrp.com/3ZJ0BuR

This Pride Month, we're celebrating the incredible work of some of our wonderful partners. This week, we're in conversation with ‪@outrightintl.bsky.social‬

Today, on #Juneteenth, we honor the enduring legacy of Black freedom and resilience. We celebrate the power and impact of Black women - past and present - whose leadership, courage and vision have been central to shaping a more equitable future.

Thank you to ‪@msmagazine.com‬ and @mschnall.bsky.social for highlighting the work of Women Moving Millions CEO Sarah Haacke Byrd alongside Cecilia A. Conrad of Lever for Change, Asha Curran of GivingTuesday, Valerie Jarrett of the Obama Foundation (Contd.)

This #PrideMonth, we're celebrating the incredible work of some of our wonderful partners, starting with the Stonewall Community Foundation.

We're proud to join the Global Philanthropy Project's #FundOurFutures campaign with our pledge to mobilize $10M in new funding to support global LGBTQ+ movements, standing in solidarity with those whose rights are under threat. Learn more: fundourfutures.org

This #PrideMonth, we honor the voices, strength and impact of the LGBTQ+ community. Here's to celebrating authenticity, embracing love in all its forms, and building a world where everyone can live their truth with pride. #HappyPride 🌈

New resources are live on The Lens, our research hub for gender lens giving! 🧠 National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP): Many donors, despite strong intentions, struggle to start or grow their giving. This brief examines how psychological barriers can delay or limit philanthropic efforts.

Last week WMM and Battery Powered were thrilled to co-host a powerful gathering of philanthropic leaders focused on advancing gender equality. The conversation was rich with themes of collaboration & urgency, with discussions on how we can show up in smart, strategic ways in these uncertain times.

This week WMM members gathered for an exclusive tour of Amy Sherald: American Sublime at the Whitney Museum led by exhibit curator Rujeko Hockley. Heartfelt appreciation to WMM Board Member Dana Lee for helping to organize this gathering!

We are thrilled to celebrate our CEO, Sarah Haacke Byrd, on being included on the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list, recognizing the most influential leaders driving global change through giving. Congratulations Sarah! 🎉 time.com/collections/...

🚨 We’re Hiring! Women Moving Millions is looking for a visionary Chief Philanthropy Officer to join our senior leadership team. This is an incredible opportunity to drive transformational impact in gender lens philanthropy. More: www.dsgco.com/search/21950... #Philanthropy #Leadership #Hiring

Whether you’re a mom, a stepmom, a chosen mom, or someone who nurtures like a mom, we celebrate you. #MothersDay

This #WomensHealthMonth, we’re proud to highlight WMM member @drsophiayen.bsky.social, founder of @pandiahealth.bsky.social and a passionate advocate for women’s health. 🔗 Read more about Sophia’s work in her Story of Impact: womenmovingmillions.org/stories/meet...

Happy #WomensHealthMonth! This May, we join the national effort to uplift and prioritize the health and well-being of women and girls—because investing in their health is essential to achieving equity across every aspect of life.

We’re proud to recognize WMM Co-Founder and member Jacki Zehner as she embarks an exciting new chapter with Uplevyl as Chief Engagement Officer. Jacki has long stood at the intersection of leadership, gender equity, and innovation and continuing to uplift women through her work at SheMoney.

New resources are live on The Lens, our research hub for gender lens giving! 🚺 Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR): This powerful brief from the Birthing While Black series uncovers how centuries of systemic racism have shaped the Black maternal health crisis today.

As part of our programming, our latest WMM #BookClub pick—The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray—offered a rare glimpse into the life of Belle da Costa Greene, a woman who shaped history while navigating race, gender, and power in turn-of-the-century New York.

Thrilled to celebrate WMM member Sonya Passi on her powerful feature with @pivotalventures.bsky.social. As founder & CEO of FreeFrom, Sonya is transforming the landscape for domestic violence survivors by addressing the critical link between gender-based violence and financial insecurity.

🌍 This #EarthDay, we’re proud to share that Women Moving Millions is officially #carbonneutral! After a six-month audit process with our partners at Carbon Footprint, we have successfully offset our emissions and are committed to doing so year over year.

🚨 We’re Hiring! Women Moving Millions is seeking a creative Communications Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the voice of a dynamic, impact-led community committed to gender equality and systems change. Learn more and apply: womenmovingmillions.org/about/careers

Kate Kendell has been named CEO of the @Gill Foundation — the first woman to hold the role in the organization’s 30-year history. At a time when LGBTQ+ rights are under attack, Kate’s appointment highlights the urgent need for bold, visionary women at the helm. www.advocate.com/news/kate-ke...

WMM Member Julianna Glasse shares her powerful story in People and how it led to her nonprofit, This Is What Happens When Women Read. Centered on the liberation of women through literature & education, it's a bold vision rooted in lived experience—brava, Julianna! 💥📚 people.com/former-chris...

The Center for Effective Philanthropy's research snapshot offers a candid look into how U.S. nonprofit leaders are experiencing today’s political context—and what they need most from their supporters and partners. Read the report: cep.org/report/chall...

What a week! 🎉 Women Moving Millions was proud to send our first-ever member delegation to the Skoll World Forum in Oxford, where we joined global changemakers for an unforgettable experience. Thank you to the Skoll Foundation for making this week possible. #SkollWF #GenderEquality

"I do not believe that we will have true equality for women and girls when those most vulnerable to predation and exploitation because of multi-factored vulnerabilities are ensnared in the sex trade." — Rachel Foster womenmovingmillions.org/stories/meet-rachel-foster

New on The Lens: Explore the latest research on gender lens giving! 📈 FP Analytics | How SRHR investments fuel health, equality & growth. 🚺 Future Forward Women | Tracking women’s leadership across sectors. 🤝 SSIR | Lessons from a decade of donor collaboration. 🔗 womenmovingmillions.org/thelens

Women Moving Millions envisions a world where all women have full autonomy, freedom, and agency over every aspect of their lives. On #TransgenderDayofVisibility, we honor the leadership, resilience, and contributions of trans and nonbinary people who are shaping a more just and equitable future.

To close out #WomensHistoryMonth, WMM sat down with Rachel F. Seidman, curator at the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum, to discuss We Do Declare—an initiative uncovering how generations of women have defined economic power. Read more: womenmovingmillions.org/news/smithsonianqa

How can unrestricted cash transform philanthropy? WMM Board Member Holly Fogle and the Monarch Foundation are proving its power through The Bridge Project which provides direct cash assistance to mothers and babies who need it most. Read more: www.insidephilanthropy.com/home/how-the...

We're thrilled to share that WMM Member Rachel Foster's World Without Exploitation is honoring fellow WMM Member Emily Nielsen Jones at its upcoming conference in Washington, DC. Celebrate Emily and learn more about the June 4–6 conference:

Photos 1-13: Flagship event co-organized with Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, @open-society.bsky.social @womenmovingmillions.org, UN Women, @equalityfund.bsky.social and @clintonglobal.bsky.social, bringing together global leaders to discuss strategies for inclusive political leadership. #CSW69

As government funding shrinks, philanthropy leaders at SXSW acknowledged the sector must evolve to meet current challenges, writes Devex EVP & Executive Editor Kate Warren, reflecting on a series of discussions that took place at the Austin event earlier this month. www.devex.com/news/from-mo...

This #WomensHistoryMonth, let's celebrate the leaders who have shaped the world through their vision and generosity. We asked WMM members: Which feminist philanthropists—past or present—inspire you most? Swipe to see a few of their responses. Who has inspired you?

Women Moving Millions CEO Sarah Haacke Byrd shares a powerful #WomensHistoryMonth message, reminding us that in these unprecedented times, WMM is built for this moment. Read her full message:

During #WomensHistoryMonth, we recognize the power of investing in women and girls to create lasting change. At WMM, our members are leading the way in gender lens giving by making bold $1M commitments—but what drives them? We asked them: Why do you prioritize gender lens giving?

Congrats to WMM member Cynda Collins Arsenault for being named a 2025 Global Luminary by the Women's Peace & Humanitarian Fund! 🎉 Learn more about Cynda's well-deserved recognition:

#WomensHistoryMonth is a time to reflect, celebrate, and take action. We asked our members what this month means to them—swipe to see their takes. Join the conversation and share your perspective in the comments. What does Women’s History Month mean to you?

WMM members gathered for powerful conversations on feminist leadership during #CSW. Both virtually and in-person, we heard from incredible women leaders shaping democracy and human rights around the world, including former vice presidents, members of parliament, & political disruptors (more below).

"The work of advancing gender equity is deeply personal. At the same time, we need one another." — Jen Risher WMM Board Member Jen is turning bold giving into action. As co-founder of #HalfMyDAF, she’s mobilized $70M in 5 years and is committing $2.25M more in 2025. Read her Story:

What a power panel at @SXSW! WMM’s CEO Sarah Haacke Byrd joined Native Forward Scholars Fund’s Angelique Albert and GoFundMe’s Margaret Richardson to explore how women are changing the game of giving in an era of uncertainty. Are you at SXSW? Tell us what you've learned in the comments below!

Gender parity is still 131 years away—at the current rate, it won’t be reached until 2154 (@weforum.org) At WMM, we refuse to accept this timeline. We're working together to #AccelerateAction and power the movement for gender equality. On this #InternationalWomensDay, get involved: buff.ly/I1cckyZ

A heartfelt thanks to WMM members Lori Cashman & Cari Sommer for leading a powerful impact investing conversation in NYC! Women-led businesses deliver higher returns, yet only 2% of VC goes to women founders. The gathering sparked vital discussions on how women can direct capital for lasting change.

Philanthropists today aren’t just writing checks—they’re reshaping the entire landscape of giving. Thrilled to see Women Moving Millions and our board members, Monika Parekh, Jen Risher, and Holly Fogle featured in @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social’s #Philanthropy50 issue.