Business Women's Giving Circle
Funds innovative STEM, leadership, and entrepreneurship programs for girls and young women in Northern Virginia, emphasizing hands-on learning and mentorship.
Funder: Community Foundation for Northern Virginia
Due Dates: September 30, 2026: Full application deadline (applications open September 1 through September 30, 5pm)
Funding Amounts: Typical annual pool: $70,000; recent individual awards ranged from $5,000–$20,000; one-year funding.
Summary: Supports innovative STEM, leadership, and entrepreneurship programs for girls and young women in Northern Virginia.
Description
The Business Women’s Giving Circle (BWGC) at the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia funds nonprofit organizations and schools providing innovative Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs, as well as leadership and entrepreneurship experiences, for girls and young women in Northern Virginia. Since 2014, BWGC has awarded over $660,000 to initiatives that inspire, empower, and create measurable impact for girls from preschool through college-age, with an emphasis on hands-on, curiosity-driven learning and mentorship.
