Build Skills, Build Community
West Virginia Women Work is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible. By supporting West Virginia Women Work, you are helping to strengthen our local workforce and build a better future for our community. Your contribution empowers women to develop skills in skilled trades and nontraditional careers, creating lasting positive impacts for everyone.
Where Your Donation Goes
Every donation to West Virginia Women Work helps strengthen our local workforce and community. By supporting our efforts, you enable women to earn a living wage and become financially independent. Your contributions directly support our Step Up for Women Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program, where participants gain essential skills in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. Donations fund the purchase of materials used in class, provide graduates with tool belts, hand tools, and work boots, and cover union dues for those accepted into apprenticeship programs. We strive to eliminate any barriers that might prevent our students from starting new careers, ensuring they have the resources needed to succeed. Your support makes this possible, fostering a skilled and prepared workforce that benefits our entire community.Join Our Monthly Giving Campaign
Support Local Women, Strengthen Our Community
By joining our monthly giving campaign, you help West Virginia Women Work build a stronger, more skilled workforce right here at home. Your consistent support ensures that women in our region have the opportunity to learn valuable trades, earn a living wage, and contribute to our community’s growth and success.
Help Us Fill Our Step Up Stash
Support Our Step Up Stash!
Our Step Up Stash provides essential food and sanitary items to students in our Step Up programs, many of whom are facing food insecurity. We offer snacks during class and items to take home, allowing students to focus on their training without worrying about basic needs.
To further support our students, we also connect them to local resources and services, ensuring they have the tools they need to thrive during their time with us.
How You Can Help:
You can play a vital role in keeping our Step Up Stash filled by purchasing items from our registry. Your donations ensure our students have access to the essentials they need to stay focused on their future. Every contribution makes a difference!
Check out our registry here and help us continue supporting our students!
Employee Matching Gifts
Double Your Impact with Employee Matching Gifts
Did you know that many companies offer employee matching gift programs? This means they will match donations made by their employees to eligible nonprofits, effectively doubling (or sometimes even tripling) the impact of your contribution. By participating in an employee matching gift program, you can significantly enhance your support for West Virginia Women Work without any additional cost to you!How It Works
- Donate: Make a donation to West Virginia Women Work through our secure online donation form.
- Check for Matching: After donating, check with your employer’s Human Resources or Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) department to see if they offer a matching gift program.
- Submit a Request: If your employer offers a matching gift program, submit a matching gift request through your company. They may ask for our tax ID and other information, which you can find below.
- Impact: Once your request is approved, your employer will match your donation to West Virginia Women Work, doubling the support for our mission to empower women in the skilled trades.
Information You May Need
- Organization Name: West Virginia Women Work, Inc
- Tax ID: 550775351
- Address: 201 New Jersey Street, Morgantown, WV 26501
- Contact Person: Dara Britton
- Email: dbritton@wvwomenwork.org
- Phone: 304.598.0114 ext 006
Why Participate?
- Amplify Your Contribution: Your donation goes twice as far, making a greater impact on our programs and the women we serve.
- No Extra Cost: The matching gift comes from your employer, at no additional cost to you.
- Community Support: Demonstrate your commitment to supporting local communities and empowering women to achieve economic independence.
Need Help?
If you have any questions or need assistance with the matching gift process, please contact us at info@wvwomenwork.org or call us at 304.598.0114. We’re here to help! Thank you for considering an employee matching gift to support West Virginia Women Work. Together, we can build stronger communities and create more opportunities for women in the skilled trades.Community Impact Partners
Become a Community Impact Partner
Join Us in Strengthening West Virginia’s Workforce At West Virginia Women Work, we believe in the power of collaboration to build a stronger, self-sufficient community. We invite businesses and organizations to partner with us in providing women with the skills and opportunities needed to thrive in the construction and manufacturing industries. Your partnership can make a lasting impact on our community and support local economic growth.Why Partner with Us?
- Boost Local Workforce Development: Your support helps train and equip women with essential skills, directly contributing to a stronger local economy.
- Enhance Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Demonstrate your commitment to community support, job creation, and economic independence.
- Gain Visibility: Enjoy recognition on our website, social media, and at events, showcasing your company’s dedication to making a difference.
- Engage Your Team: Provide your employees with opportunities to get involved through mentorship and volunteering, fostering a sense of pride and community.
Matching Donations: Amplify Your Impact
Join Us in Strengthening Our Community: Match Donations By becoming a Community Impact Partner and matching donations, your business can play a vital role in amplifying our impact. Matching donations doubles the contributions from our supporters, ensuring that more individuals benefit from our programs.Why Match Donations?
- Boost Local Economy: Your matched donations help train and equip more individuals with essential skills, contributing to a stronger local economy.
- Enhance Corporate Image: Demonstrate your commitment to community support, job creation, and economic growth.
- Maximize Impact: Double the contributions from our supporters, ensuring that more individuals benefit from our programs.
- Support Practical Skills: Help individuals gain the skills needed to contribute effectively to the workforce, supporting their families and communities.
Legacy Giving
Leave a Lasting Legacy
Build a Stronger Future for Our Community
At West Virginia Women Work, we believe in the power of community and the importance of leaving a lasting legacy. By including WVWW in your estate plans, you can ensure that your values and commitment to hard work live on through the success of local women in skilled trades.
Ways to Give:
Bequests: Include WVWW in your will or living trust. Specify a fixed amount, a percentage of your estate, or particular assets to be donated.
Charitable Remainder Trusts: Set up a trust that provides you with income during your lifetime, with the remaining assets benefiting WVWW after your passing.
Beneficiary Designations: Name WVWW as a beneficiary of your retirement accounts, life insurance policies, or other financial accounts.
Gifts of Real Estate: Donate property to WVWW, ensuring it supports our mission while providing potential tax benefits to you.
Endowments: Contribute to an endowment fund that provides ongoing support to WVWW, creating a permanent source of income for our programs.
Why Legacy Giving?
Support Future Generations: Your gift ensures that future generations of women in our community have the opportunity to gain valuable skills and secure stable, high-wage jobs in nontraditional careers.
Honor Family Traditions: Legacy giving allows you to honor your family’s commitment to hard work and community support. Your planned gift creates a lasting impact, benefiting your community for years to come.
Practical Benefits: Legacy giving can offer significant tax advantages and provides a practical way to support both your family and your community.
Join Our WREN Legacy Society: We recognize and honor those who have chosen to include WVWW in their estate plans. Join our WREN Legacy Society and be part of a community committed to building a stronger future.
How to Get Started:
Contact Us: Our team is here to help you explore the best options for including WVWW in your estate plans. Reach out to us at info@wvwomenwork.org or call 304.598.0114 for more information.
Download Our Legacy Giving Guide: Get detailed information and sample language for including WVWW in your estate plans.
Support West Virginia Women Work when you shop online with PayPal. Set us as your favorite charity, and you can choose to donate $1 each time you check out with PayPal. It’s a little thing that can add up to a big impact.
Online Stores & Reward Programs
TeePublic Store
We are pleased to announce our TeePublic store where you can find all types of tees and other merchandise. For every purchase, WVWW will get a small portion. If you don’t see something you like, keep checking back as we continue to add new designs. https://www.teepublic.com/stores/west-virginia-women-work?ref_id=26830
