Women Donors Network
Women Donors Network (WDN) is a public charity based in San Francisco, California. Formed in 2002, it describes itself as a community of donor organizers who pool resources, expertise, and connections and work in partnership with movements.
Women Donors Network at a glance
In short: Women Donors Network gave $13.0M across 142 grants in 2024 (avg $91K), top state California. 48% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $12,968,675
- +7.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 142
- +26.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $91,329
- -15.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $94,000
- Total assets
- $11,632,694
- +16.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 48% first-time grantees (59 of 122, 2024)
- Primary geography
- California (25% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Women Donors Network
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 2930, San Francisco, CA 94126
Phone: (415) 814-1333
Website: https://womendonors.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Women Donors Network
Who Women Donors Network funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc ($1.9M across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $4.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
506 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 281 grants of 506 (56%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
WDN’s 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states and Washington, D.C. The largest reported shares by recipient state were California (25%), Washington, D.C. (22%), New York (13%), Massachusetts (6%), and Florida (5%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 142 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Women Donors Network open to new grantees?
48%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 59 of 122 grantees (48%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $80K; repeat grants $131K. How we count
Medians: $98K first-time, $100K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $8.9M (2020) to $13.0M (2024). In 2024 it made 142 grants totaling $13.0M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc Washington, DC | General Support for the Emergent Fund | $1,850,000 |
| WDN Action San Francisco, CA | Support for nonpartisan advocacy and civic engagement grants and programs | $350,000 |
| Center for Technology and Civic Life Chicago, IL | General Support | $188,675 |
| Abortion Fund of Ohio Columbus, OH | General Support | $150,000 |
| Infact DBA Corporate Accountability Boston, MA | Support for Public Participation Africa for Cappa | $150,000 |
| Our Justice Minneapolis, MN | General Support | $150,000 |
| Pro-Choice Arizona Phoenix, AZ | General Support | $150,000 |
| Women's Emergency Network Inc Miami, FL | General Support | $150,000 |
| Aria Medical Foundation Berkeley, CA | General Support | $138,000 |
| Beyond Trenches Inc Stone Mountain, GA | General Support for Abortion Doula Trainings | $130,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,632,694 | $19,733,027 | $18,220,334 | $12,968,675 | 142 | $178,512 |
| 2023 | $9,985,001 | $14,859,850 | $16,565,189 | $12,071,000 | 112 | $128,968 |
| 2022 | $12,697,180 | $15,685,851 | $15,360,230 | $10,358,750 | 79 | $15,357 |
| 2021 | $11,762,739 | $21,849,859 | $14,585,259 | $10,535,000 | 100 | $6,700 |
| 2020 | $3,698,334 | $12,035,152 | $12,407,848 | $8,863,950 | 73 | $18,562 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
WDN’s stated mission is to advance “a just, equitable, and sustainable world through the power of philanthropy, women’s leadership, and collective and individual action.” Its 2024 grantmaking included strategic areas described as a safe and sustainable future, participation and representation, and opportunity and equality. The ABC Fund seeks to advance reproductive justice and ensure enduring legal access to abortion care in the United States; rapid-response grants aid communities facing urgent needs.
WDN’s grantees illustrate the range of work it supports. Abortion Fund of Ohio says it provides financial assistance and practical support to help patients afford contraception and abortion services. Pro-Choice Arizona describes its work as advancing reproductive equity, pregnancy and family justice, and abortion access through direct services, education, advocacy, mutual aid, and research. The Center for Technology and Civic Life says its mission is to increase civic participation by modernizing engagement between local government and the people it serves. Beyond Trenches says it supports people impacted by the carceral system and their families.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, WDN reported 142 grants totaling $12,968,675. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $1,850,000, with a median of $94,000. Its 2024 grantmaking included Impact Collectives, the ABC Fund, rapid-response grants, and support for two organizations conducting demographic research and working to preserve democratic institutions and democracy through the Reflective Democracy Campaign.
Among its largest reported 2024 grants were $1,850,000 to Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc. for general support for the Emergent Fund; $350,000 to WDN Action for nonpartisan advocacy and civic-engagement grants and programs; and $188,675 to the Center for Technology and Civic Life for general support. WDN also awarded $150,000 each to Abortion Fund of Ohio, Our Justice, Pro-Choice Arizona, Women’s Emergency Network, and InFact DBA Corporate Accountability.
For the ABC Fund, applicants are asked to complete a short survey to determine preliminary eligibility. If they meet initial criteria, a team member may invite them to submit a formal proposal; proposals are reviewed monthly. The fund prioritizes support for 501(c)(3) organizations committed to reproductive justice. WDN’s formal grant commitment letters include terms covering acceptable use of funds, compliance requirements, and prohibited activities.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Leena Barakat as president and CEO. Listed officers and directors also include Suhad Babaa, chair; Maggie Kulyk, ex-officio chair; Zoe Mercer-Golden, secretary; Nancy Westcott, treasurer; and directors Sharon Chen, Sarah DeLuca, Lisa Farmer, Margery Goldman, and Nadia Ismail.
Women Donors Network is led by Leena Barakat, President & CEO since 2022 (on filings since 2020); 8 of 21 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Leena Barakat
President & CEO
Treasurer → Vice Chair, 2021
Vice Chair → President & CEO, 2022
On filings since 2020
24 hrs/week
$107K (2022) → $234K (2024)
Maggie Kulyk
Ex-Officio Chair
Vice Chair → Ex-Officio Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suhad Babaa
Chair
Vice Chair → Chair, 2024
On filings since 2022
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kathryn Snyder
Director, Programs & Initiatives
Director of Programs & Initiatives → Director, Programs & Initiatives, 2024
On filings since 2022
28 hrs/week
$146K (2022) → $135K (2024)
Amanda Williams
Director & Abc Fund
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$109K (2024)
Linda Mason
Director
Member → Director, 2022
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Margery Goldman
Director
Member → Secretary, 2021
Secretary → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sharon Chen
Director
Member → Treasurer, 2021
Treasurer → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Janet Levinger
Director
Member → Director, 2022
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Farmer
Director
Member → Director, 2022
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nadia Ismail
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kim Rubey
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Deluca
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Soma Sharan
Director
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Angela L. Bottum
Chief Financial Officer
On filings since 2020
24 hrs/week
$157K (2020) → $141K (2024)
Tamara S. Chao
Vice President, Learning & Impact
Vice President & Strategy → Vice President, Strategy & Impact, 2022
Vice President, Strategy & Impact → Vice President, Learning & Impact, 2024
On filings since 2020
30 hrs/week
$148K (2020) → $169K (2024)
Erin Rossitto
Chief of Staff
Member → Director, 2022
Director → Chief of Staff, 2024
On filings since 2021
24 hrs/week
$135K (2024)
Brandi Johnson
Vice President, People & Culture
New on the 2024 filing
24 hrs/week
$135K (2024)
Summer Migliori Soto
Programs & Initiatives Manager
New on the 2024 filing
38 hrs/week
$104K (2024)
Nancy Westcott
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Zoe Mercer-Golden
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Donna P. Hall (2020–2023) — Former President & CEO
- Former: Laurel Potter Huerta (2020–2023) — Vice President & Strategic Operations
- Former: Margaret Kulyk (2021–2023) — Chair
- Former: Eleanor Friedman (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Betsy McKinney (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Roshin Mathew (2022) — Director of Communications
- Former: Carol Malnick (2020–2021) — Member
- Former: Nancy Bernstein (2020–2021) — Member
- Former: Heidi Yewman (2020) — Secretary
- Former: Jamie McMahon (2020) — Chair
- Former: Mary Morris Willis (2020) — Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $234K, to Leena Barakat (President & CEO). 8 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Women Donors Network
How much does Women Donors Network give each year?
Women Donors Network gave $13.0M across 142 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $12.1M across 112 grants.
What is Women Donors Network's typical grant size?
Women Donors Network's median grant in 2024 was $94,000, and its average grant was $91,329, across 142 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Women Donors Network that year got $80K on average.
Where does Women Donors Network give grants?
Women Donors Network's top state is California, with 25% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were District of Columbia (22%) and New York (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (18 grants), New York, NY (15 grants), Oakland, CA (12 grants) and San Francisco, CA (8 grants).
Does Women Donors Network give general operating support?
Yes: 91% of Women Donors Network's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (129 of 142) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Women Donors Network's largest grantees?
Women Donors Network's largest 2024 grantees include Amalgamated Charitable Foundation Inc ($1,905,000 across 2 grants), Tides Center ($400,000 across 4 grants) and WDN Action ($350,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 20% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Women Donors Network?
Women Donors Network reported $11.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $19.7M.
What does Women Donors Network fund?
WDN’s stated mission is to advance “a just, equitable, and sustainable world through the power of philanthropy, women’s leadership, and collective and individual action.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Women Donors Network?
Women Donors Network has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check womendonors.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Women Donors Network's EIN?
Women Donors Network's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 05-0542397. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 9, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 16, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Women Donors Network funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 10, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/women-donors-network-morg_eac3a294d17a475c8f5d294976e0bdef
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