CONNECTED.
INCLUSIVE.
EQUITABLE.
Connected.
Inclusive.
Equitable.
Connected.
Inclusive.
Equitable.
Connected.
Inclusive.
Equitable.
SERVING WOMEN & GIRLS SINCE 1981.
You’re invited to join our community and make a difference with us.
Serving Women & Girls Since 1981
Chicago Women in Philanthropy (CWIP) is a community of philanthropic, corporate-giving, and nonprofit women. Our members are passionate about helping other women advance in society. Our mission to build an inclusive community that educates and empowers Chicagoland women to grow personally and professionally and to advocate boldly for themselves and their communities. You’re invited to join our community and make a difference with us.
OUR VISION
AN EQUITABLE, INCLUSIVE, AND CONNECTED SOCIAL SECTOR.
OUR MISSION
Chicago Women in Philanthropy (CWIP) is a community of philanthropic, corporate-giving, and nonprofit women and non-binary individuals. Our members are passionate about helping women and girls advance in society. Our mission is to build an inclusive community that educates and empowers Chicagoland women to grow personally and professionally and to advocate boldly for themselves and their communities.
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YOU BELONG HERE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US.
COMMITTEES
Each one of CWIP's committees provides the opportunity for you to share your expertise, and to develop or sharpen the skills you need to be effective and thrive in the nonprofit sector.
MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Learn about CWIP membership types and the enriching benefits that membership has to offer.
join our mailing list
Our mailing list allows individuals to receive the latest CWIP news and stay connected with our community.
COMMUNITY BLOGS
Hear from the voices you trust and keep up with the friends you've made. Get the latest information about CWIP events, new opportunities, and the reflections of your fellow members.
EVENTS THAT LEAVE YOU CONNECTED AND EMPOWERED.
Events are so important to us because community is at the core of who we are. CWIP hosts a variety of networking forums, seminars, workshops, & panels that allow our members to learn together and from each other. We connect women with resources, mentors, and mentees in order to help our community grow and flourish. From breakfast events to lunch events to after-work events, we are committed to providing opportunites for Chicago to connect, flourish, and leave feeling empowered.
HELP US MAKE AN IMPACT.
OUR MEMBERS MAKE US WHO WE ARE.
MEET
Hilary Ward
Hilary Ward has 20+ years of experience across corporate philanthropy, nonprofits, foundations and community partnerships. She currently serves as the Secretary of the Chicago Women in Philanthropy (CWIP) Board of Directors, as well as Committee Co-Chair for their Annual Luncheon, which takes place on May 5th this year. Grace Lipscomb and Kyriana Lynch enjoyed an hour long conversation with Hilary that resulted in thought-provoking nuggets of wisdom that can take our sector to the next level.
THE LATEST IN OUR COMMUNITY
Black History Month 2026
This Black History Month, Chicago Women in Philanthropy honors the leadership, creativity, and impact of Black communities—especially the women and gender-expansive people whose contributions continue to shape our sector and our city.
CWIP Stands For, and With, Our Immigrant Neighbors
Our city and its most vulnerable communities are under attack. Now and always, Chicago Women in Philanthropy stands steadfast behind our commitment to all our Chicagoland women and gender expansive immigrant neighbors, colleagues, friends, and family.
CWIP MEMBERSHIP
You’re invited to be part of a dynamic and compassionate community of women and non-binary professionals who are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in our world. As a member, you'll be joining forces with a diverse group of philanthropists, corporate leaders, and nonprofit professionals who share your passion for advancing women's roles and opportunities in society. We believe in the power of education, empowerment, and advocacy, and together, we advocate boldly for ourselves and our communities. Join CWIP today and be part of an inclusive sisterhood committed to positive change, where your voice matters and your impact is boundless.
THANK YOU TO OUR INCREDIBLE SPONSORS!
Our sponsors are a huge and indispensable part of our mission here at CWIP. Their generousity is unmatched, allowing us to pursue our mission of supporting women and girls, creating an inclusive community, and building each other up. We cannot thank our sponsors enough for all they do.
