WMM~Nonprofit orgs helping women

Last week I attended two nonprofit events that were devoted to helping women. The StepUp Women's Network held its annual holiday party to celebrate the dedication of its members and introduce potential members to the organization. Over 400 women gathered as StepUp highlighted its commitment to girls and women. Ann Shoket, Editor-in-chief of Seventeen Magazine, was the keynote speaker. Ann talked about the importance of women helping one another and mentioned the encouragement she received from Laurel Touby throughout her career. It was encouraging to be among women who were excited to help other women and in the presence of the StepUp organization, which has spent 10 years uplifting women and the next generation of women.

I also attended the Boys Town New York Building Hope Gala, which actually offers services for young men and women. The 90 year old nonprofit offers services for children and families during difficult periods in their lives. I sat next to a former program participant who shared with me that Boys Town changed her life. I mentor highschool girls and I see the daily situtations they face. The honesty from the Boys Town participant gave me hope that second chances can happen. The evening came to a close with a performance by Chrisette Michelle, one of my favorite artists.

StepUp and Boys Town are well-established nonprofits that have a variety of resources to help those in their program. But it doesn't take much to help other women. Serving as a mentor, volunteering with young women or donating funds to an organization of your course are a few ways to help other women.

Women, start making your Moves today!