|  | | Dear John, While we continued to grapple with the overturning of Roe v. Wade, we began July by recognizing the 58th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act - the first legislation to recognize and uphold humanity for those who had been denied fundamental civil and labor rights since the founding of our nation. It was a timely reminder of how far our country has come and how much farther we must go. Every day grassroots leaders and partners show us exactly how we will achieve freedom for all. Across the country we've seen protests, advocacy, collaboration, funds distributed, and practical support provided - doing whatever it takes to ensure that all people have access to abortion and the care they need. It’s nearly impossible to not be inspired and filled with hope, and we're so grateful that you're in the fight with us. We will win. In solidarity,
 
Ruth McFarlane
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Grantee Spotlight: NAPAWF -
Register for the Ms. on Martha's Event -
New Board Members -
Birth Justice Rapid Response Fund |
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| Ms. in the News Inside Philanthropy highlighted the Ms. Foundation as one of “three key intermediaries ready to move resources for reproductive justice.” In the story, Ms. is described as follows: “Recognizing years ago that this was and would be a critical time for protecting reproductive rights and health in the United States, they increased the number of grantees, made the South a focus area, and created a 501(c)(4) entity to support grassroots legislative action and local policy reform, among other prongs of the plan.” Read the story here. President & CEO Teresa Younger also interviewed with SiriusXM’s The Lurie Daniel Favors Show and The John Fugelsang Show, and spoke with Q104.3 New York’s host Shelli Sonstein about reproductive justice, emphasizing: "To those who believe in justice and democracy and human rights: We must speak up, we must not get tired. We must continue this fight for the long haul.” Watch the full interview here. |
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| | Grantee Spotlight: National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum This month, we’re spotlighting The National Asian Pacific American Women’s Forum (NAPAWF), which builds power with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women and girls. In the midst of a global pandemic and rising anti-AAPI violence, NAPAWF is meeting every challenge with openness, reflection, and boldness. “When I think about our work, I see my grandmother, my mother, and all the strong aunties who raised a generation of fighters.” Read more on our blog! |
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| | Register Now: Ms. on Martha's The Ms. Foundation will be hosting two events on Martha’s Vineyard this August! Our 8th annual Ms. on Martha’s event will be on Tuesday, August 16th. This year, we’ll be joined by our partners and friends at the Global Fund for Women. Have a drink with us and participate in discussions about gender equity with the President and CEO of Global Fund for Women, Latanya Mapp Frett. Register HERE. If you're on island a little earlier, please join us at the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival on Wednesday, August 10th for a special reception and public screening of The Invitation, a documentary by Wendy Eley Jackson about the inception of the Links. Register HERE. |
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| | | Announcing New Board Members We're excited to announce three new board members! Jenny Carrillo, Judi Rosenthal, and James White will bring expertise in finance, global health, diversity and equity. “We are delighted to welcome three incredible new members to our board this year as our mission to build women’s collective power takes on a greater magnitude in the wake of increasing threats towards women and democracy,” said Teresa C. Younger, President, and CEO of the Ms. Foundation for Women. “We’re looking forward to the knowledge, leadership, and ambition these additions will bring to our fight for gender and racial equity.” |
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| | Birth Justice Rapid Response Fund We’re excited to have launched a new rapid response fund in collaboration with National Birth Equity Collaborative, The Praxis Project, SisterSong, & Groundswell Fund, and sponsored by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Annual awards up to $50k will be available to organizations that meet the criteria. Application deadline is Aug. 14, 2022. |
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