The mission of the Women's Fund of Monterey County is to effect social change as an advocate, catalyst, convener and funder to improve the quality of life for women and girls.
What we do:
Funding Strategically
We work with existing organizations and community-based alliances to make strategic investments in the lives of women and girls.
Focusing Locally
Our grants from the Women's Fund are made specifically to benefit the women and girls in Monterey County.
Improving Outcomes
We support and encourage the success of women and girls as vital to building a brighter future for our entire community.
Increasing Visibility
We fund research like the Women and Girls Report First Glance, the first publication to examine the quality of life of Monterey County women and girls, and distribute it throughout the county.
Participating Donors
Our fully engaged, hands-on, high-impact donors determine how their gifts will be used.
Strong Leadership
Our Leadership Council includes business owners, professors, attorneys, civic organizers, social service providers and health professionals.
Innovative Projects
The Women’s Fund is committed to identifying and supporting innovative efforts to improve the well-being of women and girls, including Monterey County’s first youth-lead action research project focused on girls’ health, Girl's Health in Girl's Hands , and the first business education and micro-loan fund for women, the Women’s Business Education and Loan Program.
How you can participate:
Investigate the Make a Difference , How You Can Give and Ways to Participate pages of this web site to learn more about the opportunities available for you to become a part of the solution.
THANK YOU for your interest in the Women's Fund of Monterey County. Please use the Contact Us page to continue to learn more.
