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Thank You, WGC Members!

4/29/2021

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Many thanks to all of our members - long-time and new - who have given to the WGC recently. You are appreciated!
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Megan Bruno, Anne Johnson, Maryland Orthodontic Specialists, Feli Sola-Carter, Horizon Foundation, Phyllis Yigdall, Margaret Wilson, Joanne Jackson, Ellen Liebert, Dee Athey, Bonnie Heneson Communications, Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz, Jackie Crispell, Jordan Turner, Allison and Alan Korn and Clardy, Judy Barnett, Kimberly Prescott, Nette’ Stokes, Andrea Ingram, Susan Porter, Dana Delott, Laurie Scudder, Nina Yudell, Mary Jordan, Julia McCready, Jennifer Kubina, Erika Chavarria, Tanya La Salle, Lori Fuchs, Theresa Billow-Supple, Maria Ferraro, Malynda Madzel, Wendy Baird, Robyn Peters, Mary Peitz, Safa Hira, Louise Kiblet, Denise Sampson, Paula Seabright, Deirdre Mary McElroy. Rhonda Neubauer, Karen Crowder, Beverly Byron, Angela Alston, Cathy Bell, Susan Otradovec, Karen Hussey, Regina Clay Consulting Group LLC, Dawn Popp, Leslie Marsiglia, Laura Salganik, Brenda von Rautenkranz, Paula Rasera, Cheryl Griffin, Barbara Peart, Jennifer Cavey, Arlene Sheff, Robert Sheff, Katherine Zaeh, Nina and Marvin Yudell, Kathryn Haines, Mike Peduto, Karen Jensen, Barb Van Winkle, Jennifer Manner, Jason Price, Wendy Royalty, Natalie Ziegler, Jennifer Smith, Elizabeth Kromm, Gayle Siegel, Joan Hash, Alison Canning, Mary McCally, Kimberly Agnor, Janet & John Rohde, Ray Mellott, Beth Leaman, Carol Mellott, Suzie Wolfinger Schmitt, Tahira Mussarat Hussain, Robin Steele, Suriya Kaul, Naomi Slagowski, Teresa Chaconas, Hurley Group Consulting, Yolanda Bruno, Mary Cannon, Jennifer Broderick, Melissa Rosenberg, Mary Matthews, Leah Musiker, Krista Baker, Stephanie Schultz, Deborah Hurley, Lynne Schaefer, Marci Brand, Wendy Slaughter, Susan R. Buswell, Mary Peitz, Stephanie Brown, Laura Sullivan, Diana Bailey, Tanya La Salle, April Pardoe, Rebecca Gibino, Arielle Karp, Christina Beaudoin, Diane O’Connor, Gina Seyfried, Kelly O'Connor, Laura Mettle, Patricia Clifford, Sue Briggs, Susan Wilensky, Carlessia Hussein, Ellen Millhollon, Katherine Tetrault, Linda Evans, Suzanne Colvin, Patricia Wecker, Laurie Scudder, Nuala Duffy, Vickie Ethridge, Karen Crowder, Neil Davis, Judy Smith, Jean Moon, Linda and Bill Wilson, Renee Lowden, Jocelyn Apollon, Britt Spears, Ruth Japzon, Bronwyn Belling, United Way of Central Maryland, Cynthia Bell, Mary Ann Scully, Christine Meket, Sharon Runge, Joan Hash, Dana Carr, Ann Strozyk, Meg Feroli, Jaki Ulman, Hima Jain, Lisa Terry, Lois Dreisbach, Tina Broccolino, Angie Kozlowski, Sherri Witzke, Tricia Hudson, Beth Harbinson, Beatrice Dane, Linda Eggbeer, Razia Kosi, Tufton Capital Management, Ann Selnick, Amanda Hof, Michele Dudley, Berlyn & Gene Carlson, Junior League of Howard County, Ann McNary, Lynn Coleman, Kari Staddon, Caryn Lasser, Donna Richardson, Maura Dunnigan, Sharice Hammond, Jade McDuffie McClary, Joan Webb Scornaienchi, Pam Foster, Howard Hughes, Sheila Young, Courtney Moon, Valerie Mathis, Rebecca Beall, Beth Ditman, Whittney Carmer, Steven Breeden, Megan Bruno, Deanna Sakellaris, James Melonas, FIRN, Inc., Lisa Schoenbrodt, Salma Kaul, Stacie Hunt, Dorothy Doub, Tonya Aikens, Laura Ciccone, Carolyn Kelemen, Sharon Nussbaum, Buffy Illum, Deb Jung, Robin Sturman, Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts, Suellen Seigel, Robin Kittleman, Lisa Hall, Kim Drake, James Burns, Kimberly Leakey, Kristin Mentz, Suzi Padgett, National Family Resiliency Center, Inc., Elexis Lawson, Dept. Community Resources and Services, Howard County Government, Karen Pitsley, Vanessa Atterbeary, Linda Ostovitz, Linda Lamppert Leslie, Linda Kuberek, Bormel, Grice & Huyett PA, Temple Isaiah, Davis Agnor Rapaport and Skalny, Jessica Feldmark, Nina Basu, Susan Hobby, Karen Hussey, Dana Sohr, Wendy Ryan, Donna Wecker, Carol Kressen, Colleen Ratliffe, Susan Lyons, Emily Shreve, Susan Hobby, Laurie Scudder, Stephanie Schultz, Beth Singleton, Jeffrey Boutwell, Tanya La Salle, Nicole Berger, Carol Beatty, Becky Lessey, Judy Pittman, Jean Silver-Isenstadt, Margaret Shomali, Heidi Abdelhady, Kyle Reis & Sabina Taj, Deborah Gottwals, Angie Kozlowski, Barbara Fowler, Pam Long, Andrea Moore, Kristyn Berger, Roslyn Jones, Bank of America Private Bank, Crystal Konny, Lee Draminski, Donyel Bacon, Kashonna Holland, Mia Draminski, Mary Thompson

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We Give Global Summit: A Celebration of Collective Giving

4/29/2021

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Learn, grow, and think big with hundreds of everyday givers this May!

The We Give Summit ignites and unites all of us in the powerful movement of collective giving.

​Open to giving circle members, philanthropy experts, community leaders, and social impact newcomers, we'll learn, grow, and dream together across four weeks in May as we join sessions centered on this year's theme:
Stronger Together. 

Here's a quick event overview:
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  • 100+ incredible speakers who are making an impact their community through collective giving including Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, Emmy-Winning Documentary Filmmaker Abigail Disney, Author Edgar Villanueva
  • 25+ sessions starting May 4 and continuing every Wednesday and Thursday throughout the month
  • Hundreds of giving circle members and supporters from around the world connecting during lively networking events
  • All Week 1 sessions are absolutely FREE with All Access Passes available. Use code WGS21 (case-sensitive) to save $10!
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Session topics will cover everything from connecting with the next generation of givers to embedding racial equity into your giving circle to building a movement.
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We are excited that WGC Executive Director Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz will represent the WGC and will speak at the global summit! 

Register today to gain access to the full month's content. First week is FREE!
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3 Questions With Philanthropist, Chiara D'Amore, Ph.D. - WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories" - In Celebration of Earth Day 2021

4/22/2021

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​What moves you to give your time, talent and financial resources?

"I grew up in Howard County in a family that believes in sharing our time, talent and treasure. I watched my mom serve our community in a variety of volunteer positions and was inspired by her giving spirit. Now, the greatest inspiration for both my volunteer and professional work is my own children. I am motivated to help make our community as vibrant and healthy as I can for them as well as all of the children of Howard County. It is my deep joy to create opportunities where individuals and families gather together to share positive experiences in nature."

​ - Chiara D'Amore

Learn more about the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories", a year-long series of giving profiles designed to celebrate women's philanthropy and amplify the voices of women and girls in Howard County.

​Double click the profile to the right to read it as a large PDF - enjoy!

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New! WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories" Profile Series

4/22/2021

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Elevating the voices and philanthropy of our members and friends throughout the year.

The Women's Giving Circle of Howard County has launched the "Our Giving, Our Stories" Recognition Series, a year-long series of giving profiles designed to amplify the voices of women and girls in Howard County, Maryland.

Building on the August 2020 "Our Giving, Our Stories" month-long series of giving profiles in celebration of Black Philanthropy Month, "Our Giving, Our Stories" is now enhanced as a year-long opportunity to highlight women philanthropists in our community. We are accepting the names of women throughout the year who may be profiled. 

You can read our first 2021 OGOS profile of Dr. Chiara D'Amore in celebration of Earth Day, here.

"We are excited to build upon our support of National Black Philanthropy Month to develop "Our Giving, Our Stories" into a year-long philanthropic leadership recognition effort" said Hina Naseem and Judy Smith, co-Chairs of WGC's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. "Inspiring philanthropic leadership and increasing giving by amplifying the voices of women and girls are among the goals of this effort and we are committed to advancing this important work in our community."

The Women's Giving Circle of Howard County is proud to elevate the voices and giving of our members and friends throughout the year, which will include, but is not limited to:

  • January: Martin Luther King Birthday Celebration 
  • February: Black History Month
  • March: Women's History Month
  • April: Earth Day
  • May: Asian-American Pacific Heritage Month
  • June: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
  • August: Black Philanthropy Month
  • September: Hispanic Heritage Month
  • October: National Disability Employment Awareness
  • October:  Indigenous People’s Day
  • November: National Veterans and Military Families Month

Learn more about each day/month/event for which you may submit a name for recognition here

“I was thrilled to lead the WGC’s “Our Giving, Our Stories!” profile effort for Black Philanthropy Month in August 2020” said Malynda Madzel, philanthropist and former WGC Advisory Board Member. “As a long-time supporter of the WGC, I was so excited to elevate the voices of women in our community who give back in so many ways and look forward to enhancing this effort year-round."

Please share your story and/or submit the names of women philanthropists here

We'll be promoting the WGC's "Our Giving, Our Stories" on an ongoing basis on our website, in our eNewsletter, and through social media to elevate the voices and actions of women in our community who give in so many ways including time, talent, and financial resources.

“Elevating the important stories of how women and girls are giving is critical as we work to engage others in collectively addressing issues in our community, and our country” said Barb Van Winkle, WGC Chair. Thanks to so many women and girls in our community for your voices, your stories, and all that you do to make a difference in Howard County!"

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WGC's Mother's Day Happy Hour Toast & Trivia - Please Join Us!

4/20/2021

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We are all mothers, and caregivers in our own ways. This event is designed as a fun, light, brief toast to celebrate mothers for their impact on the WGC, and our community. The trivia winner will have a $100 donation in their honor made to the nonprofit of their choice in Howard County.

Email us with any questions and/or to clarify cupcake orders!

UPDATE: Registration is closed for those wishing to register and have cupcakes delivered, but you can still register until the day of the event to join us, without cupcakes!
​All ticket purchases include four delicious mini "Mother of All Cupcakes" delivered to your door. The cupcake package by Chef Jamila of The 3rd includes these four flavors, all that can be make gluten and/or alcohol free - indicate your preferences when purchasing your ticket:
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  • Hennything is Possible: Brown butter cupcake, Hennessy infused caramel buttercream topped w/ white chocolate dipped strawberry and a shot of tequila 
  • Taco Thursday : Lime and tequila infused cupcake topped with margarita buttercream and candied limes w/ a shot of tequila 
  • Georgia Peach: Vanilla cupcake topped with peach and ginger buttercream w/ a shot of peach and lemon infused scotch 
  • That’s What I Like: Champagne cupcake topped with strawberry buttercream and candy crystals with a shot of champagne 
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WGC's Latest Her Mind Magazine Blog - (S)HEROES AMONG US

4/12/2021

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By Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz, WGC Executive Director
For Her Mind Magazine
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As we kicked-off Women’s History Month, over 200 attendees joined the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County virtually for our March 8, 2021 Annual Celebration – on International Women’s Day!
We discussed the work of the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County and to get involved, and we heard about “Democratizing and Diversifying Philanthropy Through the Power of Collective Giving” from our Keynote Speakers Valaida Fullwood and Sara Lomelin.

And, we focused on “(S)heroes Among Us” during our Annual Celebration, believing that all women are (S)heroes in their own ways – women admired for their courage and outstanding achievements.

We viewed our Virtual (S)hero Mosaic, highlighting over 500 local (S)heroes, and we featured five (S)heroes Among Us who have led critical efforts on behalf of organizations that we have funded this year through our Emergency Response Network, who are focusing on widespread community needs affecting women, their families, and the broader community.

If you were unable to join us you can view the recorded event here and read the event program here.
We invite you to join us for a follow-up conversation on April 14 at 8:30 am with each of our Featured (S)heroes to hear about their organizations and how you can get involved. Hear from: Jen Broderick, Erika Strauss Chavarria, Bita Dayhoff, Dr. Mariana Izraelson, and Vanita Leatherwood. Click on the links to read more about each of them, and register here to hear directly from them.

We thank all the (S)heroes Among Us in Howard County who make a difference every day in our community!

shero – /ˈSHirō,ˈSHērō/
Noun
A woman admired or idealized for her courage, outstanding achievements
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Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz is the Executive Director of the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County. She can be reached at: [email protected] and www.wgchowardcounty.org

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WGC Emergency Response Network Request - $1,000 - Can You Help?

4/2/2021

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The Women's Giving Circle of Howard County (WGC) is working to raise $1,000 or more through our Emergency Response Network (ERN) to support our nonprofit partner Columbia Community Care (CCC) with their ongoing efforts to provide food and other necessities to members of our community.

Columbia Community Care began 12 months ago in response to the growing and dire needs of community members who continue to struggle in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. 

"We currently find ourselves in a situation of low funds to supply our pantries and sites and we  humbly ask for your emergency support" said Erika Strauss Chavarria, CCC Founder. "Please help us replenish our account so that we can continue our services to the community ... CCC = 12 months, 3 food sites, 10,000 home deliveries, 100's of donors and volunteers, 100,000 families assisted .... 1 community. Thank you, Howard County."

On behalf of our partners at Columbia Community Care we are asking for $​1,000 to support their ongoing efforts. Can you help? All donations will continue to go directly to this effort.​ 
Any amount is valued and appreciated, thank you!

Barb Van Winkle, Chair
Candace Dodson-Reed & Alison Canning, WGC Grants Committee Chair & Vice-Chair​
Buffy Beaudoin-Schwartz, Executive Director
www.womensgivingcircle.org
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