Donor Stories
Women’s Fund
The Women’s Fund was founded in 2000 with the goal of helping women in the greater Rochester communities. One hundred women donated $1,000 each to launch the fund. It has grown to include additional partners and donors from across the communities. Now in its third decade, it has disbursed over $500,000 in support of programs that help women in need.
“When introduced to the Women’s Fund, the presentation was so impactful, I promised myself that when I could get the monies needed, I would contribute. Fortunately, the IRS made that happen with a refund! I have never regretted that initial $1,000 ‘investment’ and have continued making annual donations ever since.” Lynn McCabe, Women’s Fund Partner, former Advisory Board Member and longtime Rochester Hills resident.
“No one has ever become poor from giving.” Anne Frank
Be A Part of Something Great!
The Community Foundation of Greater Rochester supports local organizations across Rochester Hills, Oakland Township and Rochester. Our grant recipients include green spaces, non-profit organizations, community outreach programs, and more.
Over the years, the Women's Fund has consistently given to the Assistance League of SE MI in support of Assault Survivor Kits. Any time a woman goes to the hospital as the result of reporting an assault, her clothes become evidence. Each Assault Survivor kit provides new clothing and toiletries for survivors of abuse, domestic violence, and sexual assault.