News & Reports
Welcome to our news and reports, where we share stories that illuminate the incredible journeys of our grantees, and keep you updated on our latest reports.
We invite you to engage with these stories, share your thoughts, and even contribute your own experiences!
Giving Joy’s Micro Grants for Female Founders Are Making Macro Impacts
Thank you Desiree Gutierrez for capturing the essence and spirit of Giving Joy in your article in Success Magazine! Read the full article: https://www.success.com/giving-joy-grants/
Sisterhood in Action: Women Empowering Women on Giving Tuesday
For Giving Tuesday (November 28, 2023), Giving Joy partnered with Nathalie Noisette’s Mental Money - an empowering podcast designed exclusively for minority women in business. The podcast equips and elevates the next wave of diverse women business leaders, ensuring they are well-prepared to attract investments and achieve their professional aspirations.
The power of radical generosity
The idea behind GivingTuesday revolves around the power of radical generosity and building a society where giving is a central value in each of our lives. While some might perceive this as an ambitious vision, my involvement with Giving Joy has demonstrated that radical generosity is not just a lofty ideal—it's a tangible force that's gaining momentum!
We need a jolt of joy right now
Our focus must remain on what we can control and the impact we can make, even in the face of adversity. We will continue our charge to support women entrepreneurs worldwide, as they play a pivotal role in shaping the global economy—in war and in peace
Amplifying Voices & Fostering Equality
Women's Equality Day, August 26th, commemorates the struggles of women to be heard, as fierce advocates who gained the statutory right to vote. Being heard is still a struggle by women globally but a Kurdish community radio station, Radio Dangi NWE and its Media Director, Rangeen Salem Mahmood, is trying to shed light and amplify women’s voices in Kurdistan and Iraq.
A Beacon of Light for Hard of Hearing Women
The Hard of Hearing Association of Tanzania (HOHATz), led by the inspiring Laura Pettie Kissakwa is at the forefront of promoting inclusivity for hard of hearing (HoH) individuals in Tanzania. In July 2023, HOHATz organized workshops for 20 HoH women, supported by the Giving Joy grant, to equip them with essential entrepreneurial skills, utilizing social media platforms effectively, and coping with mental health issues while navigating the business world as a HoH individual.