There is nothing more rewarding than hearing about women leaving abusive relationships, receiving quality and affordable health care and becoming economically self-sufficient. The stories we share, both formally and informally, are affirmation that women and girls are leaders of a progressive movement, a compelling articulation of why the Chicago Foundation for Women exists.

Chicago Foundation for Women gives the Ripple Effect Award to these outstanding individuals, chosen by our grantee partners, are shining examples of the effectiveness of gender-specific funding and its magnitude. Through programs and strategies implemented by our grantee partners, they have excelled both personally and professionally, illustrating the triumph of women and girls when given opportunity.

Past Awardees

Karen Boyd

Carol Markopulos

Sonia Mayol

Edda Meza

Pier Moore

Tuyet Ngo

Deirdre Pawell

Lilly Aliance

Yvette Bariffe

Chloe Escoto

Phyllis Everette

Carolyn Fabian

Betty Gibson

Ethel Harris

Jacqueline Ho

Symone Holmes

Ashley Johnson

Nancy Johnson

Tabatha Johnson

Shah Sultana Lalani

Tami Love

Faye McClinton

Pamela Posey

Zaida Sanabia

Courtney Smith

Helena Smith

Yifen Sun

Wenona Thompson

Phyllis Velez