The Women’s Fund of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation today announced in a press release that during its winter 2025 grant cycle, it has awarded $78,000 to eight local nonprofit organizations to support programs and services that positively impact women and girls in the Northeast Wisconsin community.
The Women’s Fund Winter 2025 grant recipients include:
- COMSA – Refugee and Women Empowerment Program: The Women’s Empowerment Initiative is a vital program addressing unique challenges faced by refugee and immigrant women who bear the disproportionate burdens of war, displacement, and resettlement. Refugee and immigrant women often face compounded challenges, including, culture shock during resettlement, workplace discrimination, language barriers, lack of culturally responsive childcare, and social isolation. Funding will support the expansion of the initiative, focusing on addressing the barriers faced by refugee and immigrant women through holistic programs that promote independence, skill-building, and community connection. Learn more about COMSA at comsausa.org.
- Einstein Project – Girls in STEM/Makerspace Workshops: Funding will allow Einstein Project to expand programming with community nonprofits to provide free STEM workshops for young girls through their on-campus makerspaces and off-campus mobile makerspace. Partners include UW-Green Bay, NWTC, Lovin’ the Skin I’m In, Boys and Girls Club, YWCA, and Girl Scouts who collaborate to provide female-focused programming. Learn more about the Einstein Project at einsteinproject.org.
- Hmong Autism Neurodiverse Disability Support (HANDS) – Mom Time Program: HANDS works to spread awareness about Autism and other disabilities within the Hmong community by offering a safe space for families to support each other and offer help upon initial diagnoses. Mom Time allows for respite care for caregivers of children with autism and other disabilities. Caregivers are allowed time to either sit by themselves and have alone time, complete a therapeutic art project, or engage in a discussion with other caregivers about issues that are pressing to them. By allowing caregivers to connect with each other in a physical space they can build a true community and connect about their children’s shared diagnosis. Learn more about HANDS at hmonghands.org.
- Legal Action of Wisconsin – Legal Aid to Victims of Domestic Violence Program: The Domestic Violence Legal Aid Program in Green Bay provides critical legal support to survivors of domestic violence. In partnership with local domestic violence agencies, this program offers free legal representation, advice, and resources to help victims navigate family law issues, restraining orders, and more. Trained attorneys work closely with victims to ensure they have the legal tools necessary for safety, justice, and empowerment while addressing their unique needs. Learn more about Legal Action of Wisconsin at legalaction.org.
- NEWIST/CESA 7 – Cultivating Success for Black and Brown Girls in Education Program: Grant funds will support a two-day training in Green Bay. The first day will empower educators with strategies for culturally responsive teaching and equity practices. The second day will engage middle school girls of color in activities celebrating identity, leadership, and creativity. Follow-up support includes educator networking and student mentorship. This experience will foster belonging, confidence, and success in the school community. Learn more about NEWIST/CESA 7 at cesa7.org.
- Rainbow House Domestic Abuse Services – Empowered Through Art: Inspiring Women and Girls Program: Funding will be used to implement a new art therapy group designed for women and girls. The program will focus on fostering positive self-expression, leadership skills, and self-esteem through guided art-making activities, culminating in a community art exhibition to celebrate participants’ growth and achievements. This initiative aligns with the Women’s Fund’s priorities by empowering women and girls to realize their potential, develop leadership skills, and inspire confidence through creative expression. Learn more about Rainbow House at therainbowhouse.us.
- Violence Intervention Project – Mental Health Services for Domestic Violence Survivors: Violence Intervention Project has been providing domestic violence and sexual assault victim services in Kewaunee County for 35 years. Funding will bring mental health services to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in rural Kewaunee County. This program will focus on eliminating barriers to accessing therapeutic support, ensuring that survivors receive timely and effective care. By integrating advocacy and mental health services, this initiative will provide survivors with a holistic approach to healing, empowering them to regain control of their lives and promoting mental wellness. Learn more about the Violence Intervention Project at vipadvocates.net.
- We All Rise: African American Resource Center – Queens on the Rise: Power in My Crown Program: Funding will expand Queens on The Rise: Power In My Crown, a women’s empowerment initiative designed for Black women and girls in Northeast Wisconsin. This program fosters healing, resilience, and cultural pride by addressing the tangible impacts of systemic racism, colorism, and intergenerational trauma. Through trauma-informed, culturally specific group work, participants will reclaim their personal “crowns” symbols of identity, worth, and empowerment and build skills for leadership. Learn more about We All Rise: African American Resource Center at weallriseaarc.org.
