One Hundred Women Strong: Transforming Lives with $50K Grants
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One Hundred Women Strong: A Giving Circle Transforming Lives
One Hundred Women Strong, a Cleveland-based giving circle, empowers women to pool resources and support local charities focused on families and recovery. Founded in 2018 by Jen Yozwiak and MaryJo Clark, the group requires a minimum $200 annual donation. They meet twice a year to review applications, visit sites, and democratically vote on grants.
The group has made significant impacts, including a $17,000 award to Family Promise of Summit County and $30,000 to Edna House, helping women recover from addiction. Recipients describe the support as transformative, building lasting bonds beyond money.
An offshoot, One Hundred Girls Strong, involves members daughters in fostering gratitude and pride among those helped. This month, they distributed $50,000 to Ashlie’s Embrace, Open Arms Adoption, and Shelter Care for youth and family programs. Women often give more collaboratively than men, spreading impact across causes.
With members spanning generations and many donating extra, the group volunteers widely and aims to reach $1 million in total giving this year, sparking broader community philanthropy.
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