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WANDA Mom Spotlight: Shaneice Johnson, Cohort 17
As a single mom, I have always put my children’s needs before my own. My daughter is pursuing her bachelor’s degree at Texas Southern University and she’ll be graduating this May. My son is a …
Measure K Grant
WANDA has been awarded a special grant initiative that will provide rent support and financial coaching for up to 40 single moms residing in District 2 of San Mateo who are facing housing insecurity. Click …
The Legacy of Barbara Jones
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 …