Membership Benefits

of the Business Women's Giving Circle

BWGC members are accomplished leaders drawn together by a passion to empower girls and women of all ages through philanthropy in the Northern Virginia region. They also enjoy making professional and personal connections with other giving circle members from many industries and diverse backgrounds. Learn more about the BWGC and how to join us in our mission!

Please note: In accordance with Notice 2017-73, the Treasury Department and IRS do not permit the use of donor advised fund (DAF) contributions for memberships. DAF contributions can be made to the BWGC Endowment Fund, when the donor/advisor is not receiving more than an incidental benefit. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions about payment methods or DAF regulations. 
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Membership Options

Membership - $1,100/year

$1,000 supports BWGC's annual grantmaking and $100 supports administrative expenses. Members can fully participate in the grant process and vote on the grantee slate. Members also have options to attend grantee events, BWGC activities, and socials and collaborative events in the community.

Emerging Philanthropist Membership - $550/year

$500 supports BWGC's annual grantmaking and $50 supports administrative expenses. Emerging Philanthropist (EP) Membership level is for women 25-34. EP members can fully participate in the grant process and vote on the grantee slate. Members also have options to attend grantee events, BWGC activities, and socials and collaborative events in the community. EP members are asked to contribute to the work of BWGC through committees or specific functions that assist the committee members.

Reasons to Join

As a member of BWGC, there are many ways to create an impact:

• Collective Philanthropy - Give back in meaningful ways that drive a greater collective impact through your annual membership donation* Join in our Grants process in the Fall.
• Business Networking - Enhance and expand your professional relationships at several events throughout the year.
• Education Opportunities - Attend events that interest you, from educational opportunities to networking, we have something for everyone.
• Leadership Development - Opportunities to develop your Board experience and leadership roles in various BWGC Committees, let us know what you are interested in as a member.
• Community Engagement - Engage and enhance your involvement with the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia. Get to know more about our community.

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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. See what to expect in our annual calendar on our events page!