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The Autumn Season
It is hard to believe it is almost November. As the leaves begin to change and fall from the trees and the harvest of autumnally ripe foods, we are reminded to take time to celebrate the fruits of work. Please enjoy some updates and announcements of new partnerships at the Women’s Foundation!
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Cottey College Award Ceremony and Reception at the Webster House
Cottey College Award
On October 9th, the Women's Foundation was honored to accept the Women Going Places Award, given by our partners at Cottey College. This award recognizes individuals or organizations that have positively affected the lives of women through personal, professional, or philanthropic efforts. Cottey College has been a tremendous asset in developing girls leadership curriculum to add to our Girls Grant Project. We are thankful for their partnership and support.
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Join us on December 5th
Our 22nd Annual Luncheon featuring former U.S. Secretary of State Dr. Madeleine Albright is fast approaching. Invitations will be arriving in mailboxes this week, but with over half of our tables already sold, this event is certain to reach capacity. Contact Alison Patterson at 913-831-0711 ext. 21 or alison@womens-foundation.org to reserve your seat today.
Click Here to Register
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New pARTnership
The Women’s Foundation and the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art have formed a partnership to celebrate their mutual support of women and the museum’s 20th anniversary. Known for its vast collection of works by women artists, the Kemper Museum will host Summoning Ghosts: The Art of Hung Liu, on exhibit now through January 11, 2015
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MU Partnership
We are pleased to announce our partnership with the University of Missouri, through which we are conducting a research study to determine the status of women in Missouri. The data from the study will be shared with the community and analyzed by a panel of faculty scholars. The Women’s Foundation will use the panel’s recommendation to create our impact agenda with a goal of improving the lives of women and families in Missouri and the Midwest region.
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Cecelia Carter, the Appointments Project's First Appointee, and Amber Hackett, the project's third appointee.
Appointments Project Celebrates Success with Parks and Recreation Board of Commissioners Appointment
The appointment of Amber Hackett to the Parks and Recreation Board of Commissioners marks the Women's Foundation's third success with the Appointments Project. The Appointments Project serves as a talent bank, adviser, and advocate for women seeking opportunities to lead their communities.
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Mother's Refuge gives teens an opportunity to deliver their babies in a safe, loving home and prepares them for a life of independence and success. Since 1987, Mother’s Refuge has been a safe haven for more than 1,350 young moms and babies. For many it is the first time they have lived in a home free from physical, verbal or sexual abuse, drugs and violence
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