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The Erie Women’s Fund (EWF) hosts a variety of events throughout the year designed to engage members and the community in our mission to Empower Women and Families. These events provide opportunities to connect with others, learn about important issues affecting Erie, and discover the impact of EWF’s grants. Members also gain insights into how past grants and investments have transformed our community.
Our events fall into three main categories: Icebreakers, Education Sessions, and Signature Events.
EVENT
Icebreakers
DESCRIPTION
Casual gatherings for members and new friends to mingle and connect with EWF.
WHEN
2-4 times/year
WHO CAN ATTEND
All women are invited.
EVENT
Education Sessions
DESCRIPTION
Casual gatherings for members and new friends to mingle and connect with EWF.
WHEN
2-4 times/year
WHO CAN ATTEND
All women are invited.
EVENT
Platinum & Gold Reception
DESCRIPTION
An intimate gathering to thank Platinum and Gold members for their generous support of EWF.
WHEN
May
WHO CAN ATTEND
Platinum and Gold members only.
EVENT
Major Grant Reception & Summer Gathering
DESCRIPTION
Celebrates the announcement of the annual major grant recipient and features an update from the prior year’s grant recipient.
WHEN
July
WHO CAN ATTEND
Members; members may bring a guest.
EVENT
Women Driving Philanthropy
DESCRIPTION
Annual golf outing that raises vital funds to directly support our grantmaking efforts to empower women and families in Erie.
WHEN
Last Monday in August
WHO CAN ATTEND
All women are invited.
EVENT
Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION
Steering Committee reports on the past year’s work and presents updates on future plans
WHEN
October
WHO CAN ATTEND
Members Only
EVENT
Furchak Ferko Grant Reception & Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION
Features the announcement of the Furchak Ferko Grant recipients and celebrates a year of impact.
WHEN
December
WHO CAN ATTEND
Members; members may bring a guest.
WOMEN DRIVING
PHILANTHROPY
Women Driving Philanthropy (WDP) is the Erie Women’s Fund’s annual women-only golf outing, held on the last Monday in August at the beautiful Lawrence Park Golf Club. This signature event raises vital funds that directly support the grantmaking efforts of EWF, empowering women and families in Erie.
Led by a dedicated volunteer committee of EWF members, WDP brings together 100+ women from across the community for a day of fun and philanthropy on the course. This event is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsors play a critical role in making WDP a success. If you or your organization are interested in becoming a sponsor, click the link below to learn more about available sponsorship opportunities and how your support can make a difference.
Sponsorship Opportunity Packet
JOIN US ON THE COURSE
Any unclaimed spots in the outing will be offered first to Erie Women’s Fund members and then to the general public. When these spots are made available, the link to sign up will be posted on this page. For additional information, please email us at ewf@eriecommunityfoundation.org.
We look forward to seeing you on the course!
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