Press Release


Amplify Her Foundation and the Women’s Philanthropy Institute Announce Inaugural Give to Women and Girls Day NYC Celebration to Increase Philanthropic Support for Women and Girls

The free event will take place on October 11, 2024 at The New-York Historical Society in New York City, featuring giving opportunities and dynamic conversations about gender equality, women’s leadership and the philanthropic landscape.

NEW YORK, NY, September 19, 2024—Amplify Her Foundation and the Women’s Philanthropy Institute at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy are thrilled to announce the inaugural Give to Women and Girls Day NYC celebration event, a powerful day of collective generosity to support women and girls. Less than 2% of all philanthropic dollars goes to nonprofits dedicated to women and girls. Now in its third year, Give to Women and Girls Day is a national awareness initiative to bridge this funding gap, recognizing that the success of women and girls is essential to a thriving world. The event is free to the public and will take place on October 11, 2024 at The New-York Historical Society in New York City. 

The event will bring together a nationwide alliance of philanthropies, nonprofits and corporate allies to galvanize awareness and funding for this important day. Partners include Giving Tuesday, Pivotal Ventures, the National Women’s Hall of Fame, Ms. Foundation for Women, Women Moving Millions, Girls Inc., Women’s Funding Network, The New York Women’s Foundation, Women.NYC, and many more. Over 400 people are expected to attend in-person, with hundreds more tuning in via livestream. 

“When we rally behind women and girls, we’re not just unlocking individual potential — we are igniting the leadership of transformational changemakers who can build thriving communities and drive systemic change,” said Marti Speranza Wong, Founder, Executive Director and Board Chair of Amplify Her Foundation. “Women’s and girls’ leadership is key to driving progress. Empowering them isn’t just about today, it’s about creating positive ripple effects for a more equitable future.”

Fundraising for women and girls will be a key focus of the event, with $1M already committed. 

In partnership with Every.org, a free online fundraising platform, a dedicated page will be available to track fundraising on that day—ensuring seamless and impactful giving for women and girls. Event attendees will also be encouraged to donate through gift cards provided by Amplify Her Foundation, helping catalyze the day’s fundraising efforts. 

“Every.org is delighted to serve as the official giving platform for Give to Women and Girls Day 2024! As a tech-for-good nonprofit, Every.org is transforming online giving for nonprofits and donors, making it easier to give to any cause. On October 11th, we are going to unleash a wave of generosity by supporting thousands of organizations dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls,” said Allison Fine, President of Every.org.

“Although there are over 50,000 U.S. organizations dedicated to women and girls, these groups receive less than 2% of overall philanthropic funding—a statistic that has not changed since we began tracking it in 2019,” said Jacqueline Ackerman, Interim Director of the Women’s Philanthropy Institute at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. “Give to Women and Girls Day is a crucial opportunity to mobilize philanthropic support and drive much-needed resources to women and girls.” 

Among the confirmed speakers are:

  • Valerie Jarrett, CEO, the Obama Foundation

  • Allison Fine, President, Every.org

  • Giselle Burgess, Senior Director, Troop 6000 and Accessibility and Inclusion, Girl Scouts of Greater New York

  • Jacqueline Ackerman, Interim Director, Women’s Philanthropy Institute

  • Maheen Kaleem, Vice President of Operations and Programs, Grantmakers for Girls of Color

  • Maria Torres-Springer, NYC Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development and Workforce

  • Marti Speranza Wong, Founder & Executive Director, Amplify Her Foundation

  • Noorain Khan, National President of Girl Scouts of the USA and Senior Advisor to the President Office, Ford Foundation

  • Sarah Haacke Byrd, CEO, Women Moving Millions

  • Teresa Younger, CEO & President, Ms. Foundation

"We are proud to support Give to Women and Girls Day, a vital philanthropic initiative that emphasizes the importance of directing resources toward achieving gender equity. At Pivotal, we work to amplify impacts across key areas that uplift women—from health and technology innovation to political power and economic justice. Investing in women and girls’ power and protecting their rights is essential for building a stronger, more inclusive society for everyone," said Haven Ley, Chief Strategy Officer at Pivotal Ventures. 

"Supporting women and girls is an investment in the strength and resilience of our communities. When we equip them with tools to succeed, we unlock pathways to leadership and innovation that uplift families and transform neighborhoods. By amplifying their voices and ensuring access to resources, we pave the way for a more equitable society, with benefits that resonate across generations," said Ana L. Oliveira, President and CEO of The New York Women’s Foundation

“Women Moving Millions is honored to support Give to Women and Girls Day—a day that speaks to the heart of our mission to catalyze unprecedented resources for gender equality. Investing in women and girls builds a better future for us all, and we hope philanthropists at every level will join the movement and support organizations building a gender equal world,”  said Sarah Haacke Byrd, CEO of Women Moving Millions.

"Grantmakers for Girls of Color ("G4GC") is thrilled to be an anchor partner in the Give to Women and Girls Day 2024 campaign. At G4GC, it is our core belief that in order to achieve democracies and economies that center justice and equity for us all, we must intentionally and robustly invest in girls of color and the organizations, communities, and people who support them. On this International Day of the Girl, we are proud to join our sister organizations in mobilizing urgent resources for all women and girls," said Maheen Kaleem, VP, Programs and Operations of G4GC.

"While women and girls make up 51 percent of the world’s population, organizations that support women and girls receive less than 2 percent of all philanthropic giving–even less for funds that focus on women and girls of color. We can and must do more. That's why the Women's Funding Network, the world’s largest philanthropic alliance for gender equity, is proud to partner on Give to Women and Girls Day. When all genders thrive, we bring our whole community with us,” said Elizabeth Barajas-Román, President and CEO of Women’s Funding Network.

Please visit https://givetowomenandgirlsnyc.org for more information regarding the event. See here the full list of quotes from all event partners. Additional information about how to participate in Give to Women and Girls Day can be found here. 

About Amplify Her Foundation

Amplify Her® Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation that supports women and girls from underserved communities in New York City to become transformative changemakers. They envision a world where all women have the voice, power and agency to drive systemic change. To learn more, visit www.amplifyherfoundation.org and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.


About the Women’s Philanthropy Institute

The Women’s Philanthropy Institute (WPI) is part of the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. WPI increases understanding of women’s philanthropy through rigorous research and education, interpreting and sharing these insights broadly to improve philanthropy. Learn more at https://philanthropy.indianapolis.iu.edu/wpi