The Rochester Women’s Giving Circle welcomes grant proposals from local not-for-
profit organizations that provide programs for women and/or girls who have taken action
to stabilize their lives and are on the path to achieving economic independence.

Achieving economic independence is a journey requiring many obstacles to be
overcome.  The continuum begins as a woman makes decisions to change her life. 
Once essential needs are met, a woman can focus attention on the permanent changes
needed to become self-supporting and ultimately achieve economic independence.

The Rochester Women’s Giving Circle funds programs that support women
and/or girls with circumstances shown in the highlighted area on the Economic Continuum graphic below. That doesn’t mean we exclude programs on either side, but our sweet spot is where essential needs are met through programs that prepare women and/or girls to become independent, while also supporting essential services as they progress toward this goal.

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