Women's Fund Press Releases

March 8, 2013

Study Reveals How Women Are Doing in Omaha

Women are consistently more likely to have incomes below the poverty line, according to a new study by the Women’s Fund of Omaha on “How Women Are Doing in Omaha.” The report reveals that 11 percent of the population reported income below the poverty level, and women accounted for 57% of this total. The poverty rate for African Americans was nearly four times that of white respondents.

Jan. 10, 2013

New Members Added to Circles Group

Twenty-six new members have been selected for the 2013 class of Women’s Fund Circles. They join 24 members of the inaugural class who are returning for a second year.

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Jan. 9, 2013

Three new members have been elected to three-year terms with the Women’s Fund of Omaha’s Board of Directors.

Oct. 1, 2012

Jennifer Siebel Newsom, director and producer of the documentary “Miss Representation,” brings her message of how small actions can change statistics like these and others noted in the film to Omaha on Thursday, October 18, as keynote speaker for the 12th annual Women's Fund Fall Luncheon.

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June 19, 2012

As new executive director of the Women’s Fund of Omaha, Michelle Zych plans to build upon the groundwork established during the organization’s first 22 years.

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January 15, 2012

Four new members have been elected to three-year terms with the Women’s Fund of Omaha’s Board of Directors. They are:

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Oct. 28, 2011

A participant in Family Housing Advisory Services’ Opportunity Passport™ Program is the recipient of a “Recycled Rides” 2005 Dodge Caravan mini-van awarded at the Women’s Fund of Omaha’s Annual Fall Luncheon on Oct. 27. Read More »

Oct. 28, 2011

The Women’s Fund of Omaha has awarded grants totaling $133,000 to local nonprofit agencies that serve women and girls in the community. Representatives from 11 agencies received Excellence and Community Impact grants at the Women’s Fund Fall Luncheon on Oct. 27.

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Sept. 19, 2011

Wall Street veteran Carla Harris, one of the most successful and respected women in business today, will share her strategies for thriving in the workplace at the Women’s Fund of Omaha’s 11th Annual Fall Luncheon on October 27. Read More »

Aug. 9, 2011

Recycled Rides Seeks Nominations

Omaha-area nonprofit agencies are invited to nominate a client to receive a refurbished 2005 Dodge Caravan mini-van that will be awarded at the Women’s Fund of Omaha’s Fall Luncheon on October 27.

Nov. 4, 2010
Intimate Partner Violence Report Released

While the greater Omaha area has an extensive network of service providers addressing the needs of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) survivors and has made strides to increase collaboration and outreach, opportunities exist to enhance service delivery, according to a report released today. Read More »

May 10, 2011

Women’s Fund Recognizes Maryanne Stevens with WomanSpirit Award

The Women’s Fund of Omaha recognized Maryanne Stevens, RSM, Ph.D., for her leadership and impact on the lives of local women and girls by presenting her with its prestigious WomanSpirit award. Steven was honored during a May 6 celebration event at the Omaha Country Club.

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