The Catalytic Power of Investing in Women

The Portland Women’s Foundation (PWF) funds housing and education programs that impact and improve the lives of women in metropolitan Portland Oregon, including Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington counties.

It is widely recognized that investments in women can transform and accelerate positive, systemic, lasting social and economic change.

Quote By funding small, grassroots programs, our Foundation often steps in where larger foundations do not.

Our thoughtful approach ensures that the grants we provide empower women to become independent and self-sustaining.

For over 120 years, we have believed that investing in women is crucial to the well being of our greater Portland community.

Grant Announcements

First Martha Washington $100,000 grant awarded
2010 grants awarded to 25 community agencies
2011 grant application available in September 2010

The Women We Support

Click here to learn who they are.
Read what our grantees have to say.

Nationally, less than 5.75% of philanthropic
dollars target women.

"When you invest in a woman, you invest in a family .... a community ... and ultimately a nation."

--Women's Funding Network