2026 WFGM Signature ScarfCelebrate the power of Vision. Collaboration. and Impact. with the 2026 Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis Signature Scarf!Designed exclusively for WFGM by renowned designer Hilton Hollis and sponsored by

For the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, the story of South Memphis has never been about what once stood there.It has always been about what is possible when communities are met with

For more than 30 years, Vance Avenue Youth Development Center (VAYDC), a longtime Grantee Partner of the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, has served as a safe haven for children and families

At the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, we believe opportunity should never be out of reach because of financial barriers or life’s unexpected challenges.Through our Vocational Scholarship Program, WFGM has invested more

The Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis was recently honored alongside members of the National Philanthropic Collaborative of Young Women’s Initiatives at The New York Women's Foundation 2026 Celebrating Women Breakfast in NYC.Accepting

The Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis is proud to welcome Anne-Carolyn Bird, Director of Development, and April Golatt, Major Gifts Officer, to the Foundation’s growing team.Both women bring extensive experience in fundraising,

The Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis is honored to celebrate President and CEO Shante Avant on being named Girls Inc. of Memphis’ 2026 Woman of the Year.This prestigious recognition honors Shante’s exceptional

The Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis is proud to invest in the next generation of leaders.On March 11, our Young Women’s Initiative (YWI) 2025–2026 cohort traveled to Nashville for Bold and Brave,

During Women’s History Month, ABC 24 honored the legacy of Women’s Foundation of Greater Memphis (WFGM) founder Mertie Buckman in a special video spotlight.The piece highlights Buckman’s deep belief in investing in women

On Friday, March 6, the Women’s Foundation of Greater Memphis proudly partnered with the Memphis Grizzlies and Nike for the 8th Annual Girls Summit presented by Nike.This year’s Summit created an inspiring and