Women's Fund
The Women's Fund at PCCF
The Women’s Fund of Porter County empowers, connects, and inspires women in our community by collectively supporting initiatives and organizations that are creating positive changes and bettering all our lives.
Since inception, the Women’s Fund has awarded 61 grants totaling nearly $900,000 to fund essential programs that support women and children throughout Porter County.
In 2024 the Women’s Fund of Porter County awarded $57,500 in grants to local organizations. Hilltop Neighborhood House and Jacob’s Ladder Pediatric Rehabilitation received $25,000 each to support high-impact programs. Parents as Teachers of Porter County, the MAAC Foundation, and The Caring Place were granted $2,500 for general support.
Grant Recipient Spotlight
Hilltop Neighborhood House
This grant awarded to Hilltop Neighborhood House from the Women’s Fund is helping to provide nutritious meals to those in need, promote food security, and foster a sense of community support and empowerment through Hilltop Mission Kitchen.
Dressed for School
Dressed for School aims to help local elementary students in need by providing them with quality clothing at no cost to them or their families, and the students get to select their own clothing in a shopping environment two times a year. The expansion of the program into middle schools was supported by the Women’s Fund.
Family Promise of Porter County
Family Promise of Porter County helps families experiencing homelessness and low-income families achieve independence with temporary shelter, personal growth development plans, and case management. The Women’s Fund supported helping connect women and children and families with sustainable housing opportunities.
Strengthening our community through lasting generosity and leadership.
The Porter County Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization so your gift is tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. The Porter County Community Foundation is confirmed in compliance with National Standards for Community Foundations.
