Together Women Rise began in 2003 when co-founder Marsha Wallace invited some friends to her home to celebrate her birthday, a hat was passed, and $750 was raised for Women for Women International!
To celebrate our 20th anniversary in 2023, we are hosting special events throughout the year and across the country. All members are welcome to attend any of the events throughout the year. These events will also be open to individuals who may be interested in our mission and getting involved with Rise. If you have friends, family, sorority sisters, etc. in one of the event cities, please encourage them to attend.
Some event details are still being confirmed so please check back often for more info.
Sunday, January 15, 2023
Time: 2 to 4 pm ET
Location: Unity Park in Greenville, SC
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Location: Adobe Lodge, Santa Clara University
Speakers included Together Women Rise’s CEO, Beverley Francis-Gibson, and a panel of grantee representatives:
- Katie Morrow, Founder of Limitless Horizons
- David Murphy, CEO of One Heart Worldwide
- Caroline Bernadi, Head of Philanthropy and Results-based Funding at Village Enterprise
The panel was moderated by Almaz Negash, Founder and Executive Director of African Diaspora Network.
Saturday, March 11, 2023
Location: Carmichael Presbyterian Church, Carmichael, CA
Friday, April 21 – Saturday, April 22, 2023
Location: Seneca Falls, NY
Also, check out the great TV coverage we got on Spectrum News 1 in Rochester.
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Time: 2 to 4 pm ET
Location: Thornley Middle School on the campus of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy, Philadelphia, PA
Come celebrate 20 years of advancing global gender equality! You will have the opportunity to meet:
- Beverley Francis-Gibson, CEO of Together Women Rise
- Jo DeBolt, Board Chair, Together Women Rise
- Vesna Golic, Deputy Director of the Common Threads Project (2022 Featured Grantee)
- Rebecca Davis, Founding Member and Executive Director of MindLeaps (2019 Featured Grantee)
Learn more about the incredible work we have accomplished together, and the impact that Rise has had on our grantees and on each of us. Engage with other members and hear about the exciting road ahead for Together Women Rise. Bring a friend who might enjoy learning about Rise!
This celebration is FREE, but please consider supporting our event and Together Women Rise’s mission by donating a candle for our virtual anniversary cake. A $50 candle might celebrate a mother, daughter, friend, a beloved chapter member, or your chapter itself. You can choose a single candle, multiple candles, or donate with friends. The possibilities are endless! If you can’t attend, you can send a donation for a candle to show your support. All donations will be acknowledged at the event.
Sunday, July 9, 2023
Time: 4 – 7 pm ET
Location: Atlanta, GA (Venue TBD)
Come join the GA, Atlanta – 1 chapter in celebrating their 15th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of Together Women Rise.
Saturday, September 9, 2023
Time: 10am to 2pm MDT
Location: Calvary Baptist Church, Denver CO
Together Women Rise is celebrating our 20th anniversary and we want to invite you to join us for this special gathering. We will explore the bright future of our organization and hear from inspiring speakers including Together Women Rise CEO Beverley Francis-Gibson and Friendship Bridge President and CEO Tracie Cordeiro. This will be a great opportunity to meet and enjoy the camaraderie of other members across the region. The event is open to all, so please bring a friend, and feel free to forward this invitation to anyone who may be interested in joining us. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Saturday, September 30, 2023
Location: Loyola University’s School of Law, Chicago IL
MORE DETAILS & REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON!
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Time: 11am to 2pm MST
Location: Mountain View Lutheran Church, Phoenix AZ
Please join us for a special gathering to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Together Women Rise. We will explore the bright future of our organization and hear from inspiring speakers including Together Women Rise CEO Beverley Francis-Gibson and Second Mile Haiti Program Director Amy Syres. This will be a great opportunity to meet and enjoy the camaraderie of other members across the region. The event is open to all, so please bring a friend, and feel free to forward this invitation to anyone who may be interested in joining us. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Location: American University Washington College of Law, Washington DC
MORE DETAILS & REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON!