WANDA is excited to have Blanca Medina join our staff as our new Manager, Education and Partner Outreach. A WANDA alumna, Blanca facilitated our new Financial Literacy class focused on budgeting, and has been our lead faculty …
Girls’ Vision for the Future
The International Day of the Girl Child, celebrated on October 11, brought attention to the challenges girls face and promoted girls’ empowerment around the world. This year’s theme was “Girls’ vision for the future,” conveying a …
Celebrating Our 2024 Graduates
Last month, we gathered for our cherished tradition that brings together our diverse community of program participants, alumnae, donors, allies, and partners. Our annual event highlights the achievements of our graduates and celebrates the collective …
Welcome, New WANDA Moms
Since 2007, WANDA has been instrumental in helping hundreds of powerful women create positive mindsets and invest in their first homes, pursue higher-paying jobs, seek promotions, start successful businesses, build their savings, and secure their …
Our New Committees
We are excited to announce the creation of two new committees designed to increase client inclusion in our decision-making, improve client experience, and strengthen support for our moms. The Client Advisory Committee is a panel …
Five Year Strategic Plan
Over the next five years, WANDA will implement a comprehensive plan to modernize our program, advancing the socioeconomic mobility of single mothers and their families while expanding our impact. We will navigate changes by building …
Hispanic Heritage Month
Sunday, September 15 kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month, a tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. Among those we celebrate, we’d like to shine a …
Celebrating Our 2024 Graduates
We are excited to share that WANDA Alumna and County of San Mateo Supervisor, Second District Noelia Corzo will be the keynote speaker at WANDA’s Cohort 14 Celebration on Sunday, August 18. WANDA’s graduation ceremony …
Alumna Spotlight: Jackie Weiler
Revisit WANDA Alumna Jackie Weiler‘s emotional testimonial about the support she has given and received from our WANDA network. Jackie spoke at the Palo Alto Community Fund’s COMMunity Celebration in 2022 on believing in each …
Gratitude for Our Funders
Sobrato Philanthropies awarded WANDA with a $250,000 grant to be disbursed over two years. We are thrilled to accept this new award this year, marking four years of partnership with Sobrato. Palo Alto Community Fund …