TCW Foundation
The TCW Foundation is a foundation inspired by Today's Chicago Woman Magazine.
In 1989, the Today's Chicago Woman (TCW) Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) charity, was founded by Sherren Leigh, founder and owner of TCW, when she learned that less than 3 percent of all funding was earmarked for organizations that help women and children. The TCW Foundation fulfills a need by helping Chicago-area under-funded organizations with operating budgets of less than $1 million provide essential programs and services. For the TCW Foundation, women and children are not a secondary beneficiary of programming...they are our only purpose.
Since its inception, the TCW Foundation has awarded funding to more than 100 organizations. Funds are given to support special projects and for general operating expenses. Shelters for homeless and battered women, rape crisis centers, AIDS awareness, job training and substance abuse programs are some of the services that have received financial support through our grants. The TCW Foundation is an all volunteer organization, so donors can be assured that 100 percent of their money is going toward helping local non-profits serving women and children in need.
How You Can Help
• Consider a tax deductible donation
• Inquire about matching employee donation programs at your workplace
• Attend a TCW Foundation fundraising event
• Volunteer to serve on a committee
• Donate in-kind services or goods
• Donate an old cell phone
• Consider leaving a donation to the TCW Foundation in your will
Celebrated Chefs
Celebrated Chefs is an exciting new program that helps TCW Foundation raise funds all year long. Simply dine at any of the fabulous Celebrated Chefs restaurants and 5% of your bill will be donated to our cause. Enrollment is free and it includes a complimentary Celebrated Chefs cookbook featuring recipes from the area's best chefs. Sign up today!
Grants
If you'd like your organization considered for a grant from TCW Foundation, please contact Sherren Leigh.
