Womenconnect4good Inc
WomenConnect4Good Inc is a private operating foundation based in Springfield, Missouri, focused on empowering women through communication media and information initiatives. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with tax-exempt status granted in May 2012.
Key facts about Womenconnect4good Inc
- EIN
- 45-2978782
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,888,500
- Grants made (2025)
- 34
- Average grant
- $55,544
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Primary geography
- California (26% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Womenconnect4good Inc funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Womenconnect4good Inc's 34 itemized 2025 grants were California (26%), Missouri (15%) and Virginia (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Springfield, MO (5 grants), Washington, DC (5 grants), New York, NY (4 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (2 grants). None of its 34 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable Purpose" (33 grants).
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$1.9M
+29.7% YoY
Grant Count
34
+17.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$56K
+10.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on educating people to develop women-helping-women networks that raise the status of women globally. The organization supports women in:
- Developing self-confidence to improve themselves, their communities, and the world
- Learning strategies for advancement in professions and careers
- Developing behaviors that promote healthy relationships and avoid abuse in families and the workplace
- Taking charge of their lives, finances, and safety
- Creating effective networks to advance careers, families, and societies
- Sponsoring and mentoring to give and receive mutual support
- Joining with other women to help others in need
Primary funding focus areas include Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services, with a secondary emphasis on Arts, Culture and Humanities through media and communications organizations.
Grantmaking
WomenConnect4Good awards grants through an invite-only application process and does not accept unsolicited applications.
Grant Range
$1,000 to $375,000
How to Apply
and does not accept unsolicited applications.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds initiatives across multiple U.S. states and cities, with primary focus areas including California, New York, and Missouri. The organization also supports initiatives in major urban centers including Los Angeles, New York, and Dallas, as well as Arizona.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 34 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2024):
- Total assets: $1.3 million to $2.3 million
- Total giving: $1.5 million to $1.9 million
- Annual expenses: Approximately $3.9 million (2024)
Historical Asset Trends: The organization has experienced significant fluctuations in assets over time, ranging from a high of $2.55 million in 2017 to a low of $513,469 in 2023, with recovery to $1.3 million by 2024.
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
118 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include National Women's History Museum ($250,000), Let It Ripple ($238,000), Convoy of Hope ($220,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL WOMEN'S HISTORY MUSEUM ALEXANDRIA, VA | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $250,000 |
| LET IT RIPPLE MILL VALLEY, CA | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $238,000 |
| CONVOY OF HOPE SPRINGFIELD, MO | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $220,000 |
| CONNECTED WOMEN LEADERS PERRY, GA | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $150,000 |
| FUND FOR WOMEN'S EQUALITY WASHINGTON, DC | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $150,000 |
| GREEN TIDE RISING PROJECT LOS ANGELES, CA | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $100,000 |
| IMPACT ASSETS INC BETHESDA, MD | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $100,000 |
| WOMEN'S SPORTS FOUNDATION NEW YORK, NY | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $100,000 |
| TAKING THE REINS LOS ANGELES, CA | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $80,000 |
| TAKE THE LEAD WATERTOWN, NY | CHARITABLE PURPOSE | $75,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Dr. Nancy D. O'Reilly serves as President and Chairman of the foundation. Board members and officers serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR NANCY D O'REILLY | PRESDIENT/CHARIMAN | 2 | — |
| LAUREN O'REILLY | BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 2 | — |
| L RAYLENE APPLEBY | BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 2 | — |
| DAVID N APPLEBY | BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 2 | — |
| JANE-ELLEN WOLAK | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| CATHY EVANS | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Womenconnect4good Inc fund?
The foundation's mission centers on educating people to develop women-helping-women networks that raise the status of women globally. The organization supports women in: • Developing self-confidence to improve themselves, their communities, and the world • Learning strategies for advancement in professions and careers • Developing behaviors that promote healthy relationships and avoid abuse in families and the workplace • Taking charge of their lives, finances, and safety • Creating effective n…
How do I apply for a grant from Womenconnect4good Inc?
WomenConnect4Good awards grants through an invite-only application process and does not accept unsolicited applications. **Grant Activity:** • Annual giving: approximately $1.5 million • Number of grants: 29 grants annually • Grant range: $1,000 to $375,000 • Median grant size: $8,000 • Typical awards: $1,000–$410,000
Where does Womenconnect4good Inc make grants?
The foundation funds initiatives across multiple U.S. states and cities, with primary focus areas including California, New York, and Missouri. The organization also supports initiatives in major urban centers including Los Angeles, New York, and Dallas, as well as Arizona.
What size grants does Womenconnect4good Inc award?
In 2025, Womenconnect4good Inc awarded 34 grants totaling $1.9M — an average of about $56K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Womenconnect4good Inc's EIN?
Womenconnect4good Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-2978782. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does Womenconnect4good Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.