Erie Women's Fund

Please join us in welcoming Joelyn Bush to the Erie Women’s Fund Steering Committee!

Joelyn currently serves as Interim Chair of our Education Committee, where she helps plan meaningful events for community members. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in marketing, communications, community engagement, and nonprofit leadership.

As Marketing Manager at Snap-tite Hose and a proud Erie native, Joelyn is deeply committed to strengthening our region through storytelling, collaboration, and meaningful impact.

We recently brought together our members and community partners for Beyond SNAP: How Communities Are Filling the Gaps in Food Access, an educational panel focused on the real and lasting impact food assistance programs have on women, children, and families across our region.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA for this meaningful and timely conversation. Together, we’re continuing to raise awareness, share resources, and advocate for stronger support systems in our community.

Learn more in Erie News Now: https://www.erienewsnow.com/watch/video/beyond-snap-education-session/video_2b0a6284-54e1-5d9d-b89a-45755aa4a011.html

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Education Session: Beyond SNAP: How Communities are Filling the Gaps in Food Access at the Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA!

Food insecurity remains a critical issue affecting women and families across our region, and this conversation highlighted not only the challenges, but also the collaborative, community-driven solutions making a difference. We’re grateful for your engagement and support. To learn more about our upcoming events, visit https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/community-impact/erie-womens-fund/.

The Erie Women’s Fund invites you to join us for our upcoming Education Session, Beyond SNAP: How Communities Are Filling the Gaps in Food Access, on Wednesday, May 6.

Held at the Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA, this event will feature a panel discussion on food insecurity. Food insecurity is a critical issue that directly impacts women and families in our community. This discussion will explore collaborative solutions for food insecurity, an effort aligned with our mission to empower women and families.

The Erie Women’s Fund hosts a variety of events throughout the year designed to engage members, including educational sessions that deepen understanding of key issues affecting our region and highlight opportunities for meaningful impact.

For more information, please visit https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/event/erie-womens-fund-education-session/.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Erie Women’s Fund’s Prospective Members event. It was a pleasure to connect with so many inspiring individuals, and we hope you enjoyed an evening of wonderful conversations and learning more about the impact we’re making together.

At the Erie Women’s Fund, we believe in the power of collective giving to create meaningful change—investing in initiatives that empower women and girls across our community. Your interest and engagement help move that mission forward.

A special thank you to Luminary Cocktails & Bottle Shop for hosting us and helping make the evening so memorable!

We’re already at half capacity—don’t wait to register!

Join the Erie Women’s Fund for our upcoming Education Session, Beyond SNAP: How Communities Are Filling the Gaps in Food Access, on Wednesday, May 6 at Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA. This panel discussion will explore food insecurity in our region and highlight collaborative solutions that directly impact women and families in our community.

For more information, visit https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/event/erie-womens-fund-education-session/

Join us this week for our Prospective Members Event to learn how collective giving is creating meaningful impact for women and families in our community. Guests will have the opportunity to hear firsthand stories, connect with others, and gain insight into the issues shaping the Erie region.

To learn more about the Erie Women’s Fund, visit https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/community-impact/erie-womens-fund/.

The Erie Women’s Fund invites you to join us and bring a prospective member for an evening of connection and conversation on Wednesday, April 22. 💜

Prospective members will have the opportunity to learn how collective giving is supporting women and families in our community, hear how members are engaged, and explore what it means to be part of this network of women creating meaningful change. For current members, this event is a chance to share your experience and help grow a community of women committed to making a difference.

We hope you’ll join us—and bring someone who should be part of this work. For more information, visit https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/event/erie-womens-fund-prospective-member-event/.

Save the date! The Erie Women’s Fund invites you to join us for our upcoming Education Session, Beyond SNAP: How Communities Are Filling the Gaps in Food Access, on Wednesday, May 6.

Held at the Second Harvest Food Bank of NW PA, this event will feature a panel discussion on food insecurity. Food insecurity is a critical issue that directly impacts women and families in our community. This discussion will explore collaborative solutions for food insecurity, an effort aligned with our mission to empower women and families.

Stay tuned for more information on the panel!

Last chance to apply!

The Erie Women’s Fund invests $100,000 through its annual Major Grant in one bold, high-impact project that empowers women and families across Erie County. We’re seeking innovative ideas that will produce positive, lasting change in the lives of women and families in Erie County. Funded projects should demonstrate significant, measurable outputs within a 12-month timeframe.

If your nonprofit is ready to create meaningful, measurable change in areas like economic stability, education, or health, don’t wait—applications close April 17. For more information, visit https://eriecommunityfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ERIE-WOMENS-FUND-2026-Major-Grant-RFP.pdf.