WANDA has been awarded a generous grant through the Barbara Jones Memorial Fund. Barb was an early, sustaining supporter of WANDA. She believed wholeheartedly in our mission and was an engaged, thoughtful member of our …
WANDA Mom Spotlight: Shermagne Gutierrez, Cohort 17
It seems like I’ve always been in a fight-or-flight state of mind. Growing up, I witnessed my mom experience domestic abuse from my father. As the eldest child, I was often left with the responsibility …
2024 Annual Report
Founded by women for women, WANDA (Women and Allies) is a strong community of women and allies committed to building economic justice for single mothers and their families. For nearly two decades, WANDA has been …
What We’re Reading
“8 Priorities (and 4 Big Questions) for Making America’s Retirement Savings System Work for Everybody” Across the country, millions of Americans continue to lack access to a retirement savings plan through their work, and racial …
Gratitude for Community Foundation of San Carlos
We are proud to share that the Community Foundation of San Carlos has awarded WANDA with a $5,000 grant for us to continue empowering, educating, and advocating for single moms and their families.
Support Single Mothers this Giving Season
As we close out 2024, we are humbled by what we have accomplished together. Your support has been instrumental in empowering single mothers to break the cycle of poverty and build financial independence. With your …
WANDA Mom Spotlight: Adelita Gillette, Cohort 17
As a single, working mom of two, Adelita first joined WANDA in 2021 after her stepmom sent her a flyer about the program. She was optimistic that participating in WANDA would help her build a …
Transforming the Lives of Single Moms Through Generosity
As we approach GivingTuesday, a day that encourages people to do good, we encourage you to think about how you can give generously in your community. Just as our investment of time, funds, and support …
Gratitude for Philanthropic Ventures Foundation
We are proud to share that the Philanthropic Ventures Foundation has awarded WANDA with a $25,000 grant for us to continue empowering, educating, and advocating for single moms and their families. Learn more >>
Fund the Future: A Call for Durable & Coordinated Investment in Child Care & Women’s Economic Health in San Mateo County
“As Board liaison to the Commission on the Status of Women, I’m so proud of the expertise, thoughtfulness and hard work that went into what we believe is the first-ever comprehensive study on the status …