How to Get Involved Throughout the Year
We want our members to have options for how they want to be involved. Different times of the year may be better than others to invest, connect, and inspire.BWGC Upcoming Events - July through December
BWGC Community Service
Friday, July 24 | 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Location: NVFS Headquarters, 3110 Fairview Park Dr, Suite 500, Falls Church VA 22042
Maximum Attendees: 6 BWGC Member Spots Remaining
As many families across our region continue to live paycheck to paycheck, the rising cost of school supplies creates added financial pressure at the start of each school year. NVFS is partnering with the community to help provide new backpacks and essential school supplies to more than 1,500 students in kindergarten through 12th grade across Northern Virginia. Join BWGC members as we participate for a second year in NVFS Annual Back2School Drive.
TO VOLUNTEER: SIGN-UP FOR JULY 24To donate: Team Fundraising Page
HAPPY HOUR WITH BWGC MEMBERS (drop-in events - no registration required)
Tuesday, August 4 | 5:00 pm
Location: Barcelona Wine Bar, 12023 Town Square St, Reston, VA 20190
Tuesday, October 6 | 5:00 pm
Location: Joon, 8045 Leesburg Pike, Suite 120, Vienna, VA 22182
BWGC FALL SOCIAL
Tuesday, September 1 | 5:30-7:00 pm
Location: The Mather, 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons, VA 22102
Join us for our Fall Happy Hour at The Mather – a unique and beautifully designed venue you may not have experienced before. No retirement plans are required to attend!! This event is open to members and guests of all ages. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and drinks as we mix and mingle. Convenient parking - information is included on the registration form.
Latinas Leading Tomorrow Annual Reach for the Stars 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, September 12 | Hains Point Park in Washington DC
All funds raised will directly contribute to their efforts in empowering Latina students.
BWGC FALL VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB
Book: Mastering the Corporate Chess Game
September 16 | 12:00-1:00 pm
Location: virtual over ZoomLooking for a thought-provoking read that offers practical wisdom for navigating careers, leadership, and life’s professional transitions? Join the BWGC Book Club this fall as we explore Mastering the Corporate Chess Game. Join BWGC members and guests and BWGC member Jen Dalton, one of the book's contributors, as she shares her unique insights from the writing process.
BWGC FALL EDUCATION EVENT
AI for Nonprofits: Leveraging AI to Improve Operational Efficiency
Wednesday, October 14 | 12:00-1:00 pm
Location: Virtual meeting over Zoom
Kim McCormick, founder of The AI Collective Group, will share AI essentials to improve workflow and create a more efficient organization.
Register
CFNOVA Events
Community Foundation for Northern Virginia's Raise the Region Gala
Friday, October 16 | 6:30-10:00 pm
Location: Hilton McLean Tysons Corner
Register by 8/1 for the EARLY BIRD rate. Use discount code: earlybird at checkout.
Save the Date
BWGC HOLIDAY SOCIAL
Wednesday, December 2 | 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: McLean (address to be shared with registrants)
Celebrate and network with BWGC members and guests as we come together for our annual holiday event wrapping up another successful year of giving. We will also tie this into a community service opportunity. Stay tuned.
Registration will open in early Fall
Past Events
BWGC Annual Membership Meeting | In Person
Wednesday, January 15, 2026 | 6:00-7:30 pm
Reconnect with members, meet new members and learn about plans for 2026.
BWGC Grantee Celebration | In Person
Tuesday, February 10, 2026 | 6:00-8:00 pm
Business Women's Giving Circle member donations made it possible for BWGC to grant $70,000 to five nonprofit organizations in Northern Virginia. Members and guests will come together to celebrate the work of these incredible organizations and their leaders – Latina Leading Tomorrow: CORE, Sustainability Matters: EcologiGALs, Technology Youth Empowerment: Girls in STEM, Wesley Housing: Mini Yappers, Year Up United: Talent for Tomorrow Alliance.
BWGC Education Event: "Empowering Science: Measuring the Impact of Philanthropy"
Wednesday, February 11 at 4:00 pm | Virtual Event
Happy Hour with BWGC Members (drop-in events) - February ***, April 7, June 2
Coffee with BWGC Members (drop-in events) - March ***, April 24, May 5, July 7
Women Leading the Future: A Year Up United Conversation (Grantee event) - April 23
NVFS' Celebration of Service (Community support event) - May 1
Sustainability Matters Tea Party (Grantee event) - May 3
CircleUp DMV 2026: Building Community to Strengthen Philanthropy (Community support event) - May 6
Spring Renewal Yoga Retreat at Hidden Creek Farm (Member sponsored event) - May 16
Year Up United – Book discussion and networking practice (Grantee event) - May 28
BWGC Virtual Book Club - June 3 (Book: Why Women Pivot by Trish Barber)
SGAP Leaders Graduation (Community support event) - June 14
Sustainability Matters’ Winchester Meadow Celebration and Yoga fundraiser (Grantee event) - June 20
BWGC Summer Social - June 24
Sculpt in the Park (Member sponsored event) - July 11
View a slideshow of photos from Business Women's Giving Circle events.
| Annual Calendar | What to Expect |
| January | We have our annual planning meeting, where members can meet the incoming Steering Committee and learn about ways to engage throughout the year. |
| February | We have our Annual Grantee Celebration where members can meet our grantees and learn about how they make an impact. Members also can meet new members and build relationships with the BWGC community. |
| March | We host pop-up events as possible with our members throughout the year. |
| April | We host a STEM focused education event to provide BWGC members a window into the STEM landscape for girls and young women. |
| May, June, & July | We have our membership drive and focus on sharing the impact we have made to date at a BWGC event. |
| September | Grants committee releases grant application and develops reviewing subcommittee. Education event focused on professional development topics. |
| October | Application review subcommittee begins review process and selects semi-finalists to present at a "Shark Tank" pitch event where members can ask questions and understand their funding requests. |
| November | We nominate members for the Steering Committee. Semi-Finalists present at Shark Tank where members can hear their pitches and vote on finalists and determine grant amounts. Holiday Pop Up event for members and grantees. |
| December | The slate of Finalists is voted on by all members and shared with the applicants. The Finalists are announced via a press release. |
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Questions?
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