Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Building the future.
For 35 years, the Women’s Fund has been a driving force for change, dedicated to advancing equity, providing opportunities and leading bold change for women and girls in our community. From humble beginnings to becoming a recognized leader in addressing critical issues impacting gender equity, our journey is marked by transformative partnerships, bold initiatives and a commitment to creating a better future for everyone. Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present and look ahead to the next chapter of our collective progress.
35 Years of Progress
Our Story
Honoring the past. Celebrating the present. Building the future.
For 35 years, the Women’s Fund has been a driving force for change, dedicated to advancing equity, providing opportunities and leading bold change for women and girls in our community. From humble beginnings to becoming a recognized leader in addressing critical issues impacting gender equity, our journey is marked by transformative partnerships, bold initiatives and a commitment to creating a better future for everyone. Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present and look ahead to the next chapter of our collective progress.
A Legacy of Leadership and Impact
Stories of Change
Women’s Fund Celebrate
35 Years of Advancing
Gender Equity
Women’s Fund
Founders and
Executive Directors
Grants in Action:
Building Our
Community
Join the Movement
Share Your Support
Be a part of the celebration! Help us spread the word about 35 years of impact by sharing our mission with your community. Download and post any of the graphics below to show your support for the Women’s Fund. Together, we can inspire more people to take action for gender equity!
1️⃣ Download a graphic that speaks to you.
2️⃣ Post it on your socials with a message about why you support the Women’s Fund.
3️⃣ Tag Us! Use #WomensFund35 and mention us so we can share your post.
Join the Celebration
Lead the Change
Thursday, October 23 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Save the date for this year’s annual luncheon with keynote speaker announcement coming soon! At the event, the Women’s Fund will recognize local nonprofits and leaders working to advance our mission, share an update on the state of gender equity in Nebraska and together, we will celebrate 35 years of advocating for women and girls!
35th Anniversary ($3,500+)
Gretchen McGill
CHAMPIONS ($1,000-$3,499)
Adrienne Perry
Construction Specifications Institute Nebraska Chapter
Emily Nguyen
Jo Giles
Melissa Tibbits
Murray and Sharee Newman
Quinn Texmo
Shari Flowers
Thomas McGinn & Annamaria Nagy Charitable Fund
Todd and Cher Anderson
Tonya Conley
CELEBRATORS ($350-$999)
Anonymous (2)
Barbara Else
Diane Duren
Jane Alseth
Jessie and Dean Rasmussen
Julie Hefflinger*
Naomi Lyon
Rasmussen Family Charitable Fund
Wanda Gottschalk*
SUSTAINERS
Amanda Neal
Anonymous
Ashley Dancy
Carly Rozeboom
Chris Cady-Jones
Christie Barnes
Emma Cooney
Erin Burke
Gayle Duda
Jeff Hansen
Jen Lane
Leslie Scofield
Mandy M. Rath
Megan Lauvetz
Nancy Bertacini
Phyllis Jeanetta-Brill
Rachel Adams
Sarah Dee Hollibaugh
Sarah Kalhorn-Wisecup
Shonda Knop
Victoria Liakos
CIRCLES FUND
Abby Hughes
Anonymous (3)
Aubrey Mancuso
Brittany Lawrence
Carly Rozeboom
Courtney Mattern
Erin Burke
Jaimee Trobough
Jennifer Walker
Lena Walton
Lizzie Mensinger
Melissa Hoeman
Paula Wilson
* Denotes a founding donor of the Women’s Fund, whose leadership helped shape our mission from the very beginning.
