About Us

SisterFund is a grassroots donor education and grant-making initiative, uniting civic-minded African American women’s ideas and actions through philanthropy and collective giving. Our membership is comprised of 45+ African American women who leverage their resources to increase the impact of their giving. Our mission is to improve the lives of African American women and girls by transforming local nonprofits, who also support the development of African American young girls and women, through significant, collective financial investments. SisterFund members engage in an experience that transforms our community in this powerful journey of giving.

Become a Member

Members have the opportunity to connect with one another and with the Community Foundation staff, volunteers and donors to celebrate and advance the concepts of giving together. Throughout the year, members can participate as much or as little as they want. They can help recruit new members, plan events and/or participate in the grant review process.

 

Get EMPOWERED

through the collective giving model to maximize impact by combining resources and create a space for African American women philanthropy in the Richmond region.

 

Grants Process

In October, 2019, SisterFund awarded two $20,000 grants to organizations in our community. Assisting Families of Inmates and Sports Backers' Fitness Warriors. This was a first for our giving circle! Every year, we receive grant applications from so many worthy organizations and we were ecstatic to be in a position to make these awards.

 

Join SisterFund

Today

$1100/Year

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