WANDA Listens!

In 2021, WANDA engaged with Listen4Good to better understand our client’s experience with the virtual program through session surveys. We learned that clients felt positively about their overall experience. They expressed satisfaction with the content …

Join the WANDA Community!

WANDA is recruiting for our next cohort of success-minded single mothers! Applications are currently open.

Believing in each other and ourselves!

by Rocio Alegria, WANDA Graduate 2020 In 2013, I had lost my mother due to lung cancer and I was raising my 1-year-old-son on my own without child support. I went through a period of …

Welcome, Jessica Lazar

In 2021, WANDA welcomed Jessica Lazar to the Governance Council (GC). Jessica brings a strong background in nonprofit professional experience from previous positions held in philanthropic and direct service organizations over the last 10+ years. …

Funding News!

WANDA is proud to be awarded another two year grant from the Sobrato Family Foundation! We are deeply grateful for the continued support which will build our capacity to serve more clients in Santa Clara …

Women’s History Month

In March, we celebrate Women’s History Month with the purpose of “commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.”  Maya Angelou was a famous single mother …

Read about Your Impact

WANDA’s Annual Report covering Fiscal Year July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 is ready!

Celebrating Amazing Mothers in History

It is time to bring women to the front of the old proverb –  “Ahead of every successful man is a strong,” capable, resilient woman and mother. In honor of Black History month, let’s remember …

Volunteer Profile – Jessica Lorenzo

WANDA’s mission to support single mothers to achieve their lifelong goals is what inspired Jessica Lorenzo (center) to inquire about volunteering back in 2015. Since then, Jessica has been a regular presence at WANDA’s monthly …

Welcome, Diane Russell

Last year, WANDA welcomed our newest member of the Governance Council (GC), Diane Russell. Diane was an executive at Charles Schwab for over 23 years, holding various roles primarily in product management.  Her most recent …