About Women's Foundation of Arkansas
Women's Foundation of Arkansas (WFA) is the only statewide foundation that focuses solely on women and girls in Arkansas.
Support Women. Strengthen Arkansas.
Research shows that focusing on educating women helps to build the foundation for a stronger state. Through its programs and grant making, WFA is working to build a stronger Arkansas by providing greater educational and economic opportunities for women and girls.
Dedicated to improving the economic viability of women and girls through focused philanthropic efforts in areas of education.
Mission
The mission of the Women's Foundation of Arkansas is to promote philanthropy among women and to help women and girls achieve their full potential.
Goals
The Women's Foundation of Arkansas works to address these goals in order to fulfill our mission:
- Encourage women and girls to improve skills in math, science, and technology.
- Promote academic achievement of Arkansas women and girls.
- Improve the economic status and financial competence of Arkansas women and girls.
- Increase philanthropy by and for women.
- Increase visibility and awareness of Women’s Foundation of Arkansas and the needs of women and girls across the state.
Vision
Ultimately, the WFA envisions the expansion and strengthening of women’s roles in society through the creation of opportunities designed to make significant change in the lives of women and girls of Arkansas. Our program initiatives are the vehicles we use to work toward this aim.
