In celebration of the long history of women’s philanthropy at The College of Wooster, and to showcase the ways in which our alumnae create lasting change through their personal and professional philanthropy, the Office of Advancement and createHER bring you: Women and Philanthropy!
The Women’s Philanthropy Institute: Research that Grows Women’s Philanthropy
Over more than a decade, the Women’s Philanthropy Institute (Indiana University) has conducted dozens of studies that examine how and why women and men give. Individually as well as in the aggregate, the research affirms that gender matters in philanthropy. By understanding the research, we can unlock the full potential of women’s philanthropy. Join Jeannie Sager, Director and Jacqueline Ackerman, Associate Director of Research from the Women’s Philanthropy Institute as we seek to better understand where, how, and why women and men give differently – and how you can use the research to enhance and inform your generosity.
Date: Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Time: 7:00 p.m. EDT
The Women’s Philanthropy Institute: Research that Grows Women’s Philanthropy webinar featured:
- Sarah R. Bolton, President of The College of Wooster
- Jeannie Sager, Director of the Women’s Philanthropy Institute
- Jacqueline Ackerman, Associate Director of Research at the Women’s Philanthropy Institute
- Meret Nahas ’10, Major Gifts Officer at The College of Wooster, Event Moderator
During their presentation and the Q&A, Jeannie Sager and Jacqueline Ackerman referenced various Women’s Philanthropy Institute reports. Learn more on their website or by following these links:
- #IAmAPhilanthropist video and profiles of nine women philanthropists
- Complete WPI research library and specific references to giving circles
- Philanthropy Together for additional giving circle resources
Building Your Wealth – Investing Strategies that Work
Women in the United States face gender-specific challenges to building their own wealth. Join Marjan Neyestani Khazra ’87 P ‘23, financial advisor and investing expert, and Colleen LeMasters ’10, investment advisor, as they share ways to begin and grow personal investments. Khazra and LeMasters will also address these gender barriers and how women can overcome them through financial independence.
Date: Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Time: 7:00 p.m. EDT
The Building Your Wealth – Investing Strategies that Work webinar featured:
- Marjan Neyestani Khazra ’87 P’23, Managing Partner at Floe Financial Partners
- Colleen LeMasters ’10, Investment Advisor at B.A. Schrock Financial Group
- Carolyn Ciriegio ’08, Assistant Vice President for Development at The College of Wooster, Event Moderator
Transformative Philanthropists and Volunteers
The College of Wooster has a long history of women who have created incredible change through their philanthropy and service. Our panelists will share their reasons for giving, how they select causes to support, and how they have paired their personal passions with causes and organizations. The panel will be moderated by Sarah R. Bolton, President of The College of Wooster, and Lesley Chinery ’21 (Communication Studies major).
Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Time: 7:00 p.m. EDT
The Transformative Philanthropists and Volunteers webinar featured:
- Sarah R. Bolton, President of The College of Wooster
- Lesley Chinery ’21, Communications Studies major at The College of Wooster, Event Moderator
- Latrice Burks ’16, Judicial Law Clerk for U.S. District Court of Connecticut
- Marilynn Duker ’76, CEO of Brightview Senior Living, Trustee of The College of Wooster
- Jean Pham ’17, Co-Founder and CEO of Cellens Inc.
- Anne Wilson ’73 P’05, Retired Presbyterian Educator, Trustee of The College of Wooster
Women in the Philanthropic Sector
Join us for an interactive conversation with women who work in the philanthropic sector as they share their career journeys, obstacles, and their passion for the industry.
Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Time: 7:00 p.m. EDT
Women in the Philanthropic Sector, a structured networking event, featured:
- Betsy Anderson ’94, Director of Development at Ford’s Theatre Society
- Tequion Brookins’ 12, Director of Operations for McGregor Fund
- Janet Dial ’84, Vice President for University Advancement at California State University
- Brittany Wellner James ’05, Director of Development and Fellow at Jesus College, Oxford University
- Stephanie Marengere ’16, Assistant Director of Regional Programs at The College of Wooster Event Moderator
Note: Women in the Philanthropic Sector was structured as a networking event in small breakout rooms. As such, the event was not recorded.
Questions regarding Women & Philanthropy can be directed to Stephanie Marengere ’16, Assistant Director of Regional Programs, at smarengere@wooster.edu.