Girls Opportunity Alliance provides more than $1 million in support on International Day of the Girl

A Long Walk Home provides arts-based leadership programming that empowers young people to help end gender-based violence, creates safe spaces for survivors, and promotes racial and gender equity. With this funding, A Long Walk Home will support the development of the first online curriculum for the organization's leadership institute, which will include girl-led educational campaigns and lesson plans focused on gender-based violence prevention, radical storytelling, and wellness.

Box United utilizes boxing as a pathway for girls to unlock their full potential and build a movement of positive mental health for girls. With this funding, Box United will expand a research-backed leadership development initiative that combines boxing with lessons on physical and mental wellbeing to increase girls’ confidence, strength, and self-compassion

Focus Fairies Mentoring uplifts and supports at-risk women and girls who have experienced violence on Chicago's West and South Side through personalized mentoring, group therapy, and social-emotional learning. With this funding, Focus Fairies will repurpose a 17-passenger van into a mobile mentoring unit to reach girls in vulnerable communities who face transportation barriers and access to traditional site-based mentoring programs. 

Girls 4 Science enriches the lives of girls ages 10 to 18 through early exposure to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). With this funding, Girls 4 Science plans to expand its flagship program, the Saturday STEM Academy, which provides hands-on scientific exploration, field trips, and professional mentorship to young girls of color

Girls Like Me Project helps Black adolescent girls examine social and cultural stereotypes in media and become authentic changemakers and storytellers. With this funding, Girls Like Me Project will host collaborative events where girls will participate in personal development and mindfulness activities and learn about community resources, scholarships, and empowered storytelling.

Girl Security supports adolescent girls, young women, and gender minority youth from underrepresented communities with the skills, experiences, networks, and support to pursue national security careers. With this funding, Girl Security will establish the first National Security Clinic for high school girls on Chicago's South Side, leveraging Girl Security's flagship workforce training program.

Goddess Mentoring provides mentorship to girls to support their leadership skills and self-confidence and to build a community of support. With this funding, Goddess Mentoring will provide girls ages 10 to 18 in Garfield Park with a 35-week intensive mentoring program where participants will engage in cultural enrichment activities, community service, special events, and weekly workshops. 

Jumping Juniors supports the physical health and wellbeing of adolescent girls through the art of double Dutch jump rope. With this funding, Jumping Juniors will expand its programming into a new elementary school, teaching participants about sportsmanship, team building, and self-confidence. 

Lost Boyz, Inc—Lost Girlz provides violence prevention and intervention support to youth using social emotional learning, mentoring, and trauma sensitive coaching methodologies. The program leverages team sports as a foundation, and with this funding, the Lost Girlz program will expose adolescent girls to softball while providing tutoring and study sessions under its MVP Girls Softball Program, teaching girls how to be successful on the diamond, in the classroom, and in the community.

Project Exploration works to address inequities in STEM education by cultivating a dynamic learning environment, providing young women and girls with comprehensive STEM knowledge, and inspiring a new generation of scientists, technologists, engineers, and innovators. With this funding, Project Exploration will establish the Sisters4Science Design Lab to serve middle- to high school-aged girls. 

STEM From Dance empowers girls of color with the skills, experiences, and confidence to pursue careers in STEM—all through the power of dance. With this funding, STEM From Dance will provide clubs and pop-ups in the South Shore and Avalon Park communities throughout the academic year to provide hands-on activities blending STEM and performing arts and to ignite interest in STEM on a wider scale. Additionally, the funds will support an immersive three-week summer camp experience to deepen participants' STEM skills and sense of belonging, culminating in a dance-tech performance.

Quinta Ola works to develop a future generation of girl leaders in Peru who are bold, courageous, and driving change in their communities. With this funding, Quinta Ola’s flagship leadership development program will support girls ages 13 to 17, who will learn skills such as public speaking and community building. Quinta Ola will also provide workshops on topics like gender-based violence prevention to educate and engage girls, their families, and community members about issues impacting girls.

MAIA Impact School supports rural, indigenous young women in Guatemala with a holistic approach to education that combines rigorous academics, socioemotional health, family engagement, and leadership development. With this funding, MAIA will support girls’ academic success and personal growth through a comprehensive mentorship and family engagement program. Mentors will provide weekly sessions focused on life skills development, and the organization will also conduct home visits to ensure support systems extend beyond the classroom.

Centre For Community Mobilization and Empowerment (CECOME) works to promote the dignity of vulnerable groups in Kenya and ensure girls are empowered, resilient, and have the opportunity to thrive in safe communities. With this funding, CECOME will teach girls basic literacy skills, provide safe spaces for psychosocial support, and offer skills training to out-of-school girls who may not be able to return to formal schooling. In addition, they will provide financial assistance for school fees, educational materials, and menstrual health products, as well as host community engagement sessions to raise awareness about the importance of girls’ education.

Girl Up Initiative Uganda (GUIU) empowers the next generation of leaders by increasing access to quality education for marginalized girls. With this funding, GUIU will provide scholarships and expand its adolescent girls program, which teaches critical skills and knowledge on leadership, sexual and reproductive health, and gender equality. The organization will also grow its mentorship program, connecting girls with older role models and providing educational sessions on climate change and gender-based violence. After participating in these programs, girls will have the opportunity to attend GUIU’s annual, immersive four-day leadership development camp. 

The Malika Initiative enhances the agency and power of adolescent girls in Kajiado, a rural pastoralist county in Kenya. With this funding, the Malika Initiative will provide safe spaces for adolescents and teenage mothers who are experiencing similar challenges and offer workshops on topics such as financial literacy, leadership development, advocacy, and emotional well-being. Additionally, Malika will offer scholarships for education and vocational training to disrupt the cycle of poverty created by early pregnancies. 

Mphatso Zathu Foundation empowers girls and women in Malawi by providing education support and promoting their rights. With this funding, Mphatso Zathu will establish girls’ clubs to teach girls about menstrual health management and reproductive health in three local schools where recent dropout rates among girls have increased. The organization will also work with mothers and other local women so that girls have support at home and in their communities as they continue their education. 

Murua Girl Child Education Program empowers girls in pastoralist communities in Kenya by improving access to education and promoting gender equality. With this funding, the initiative will enhance ten schools' reading, math, and writing programs in Narok County. The Murua Girl Child Education Program will also create four mentorship camps for girls who are at risk of female genital cutting and child marriage. 

Project Soar supports girls through workshops that focus on physical and mental health, education, the prevention of child marriage, and life skills. With this funding, Project Soar will implement its empowerment workshop curriculum in 12 locations, providing education on topics such as menstrual health, gender-based violence, self-care, and more. In addition to workshops, it will supply menstrual health kits and lead after-school clubs for girls.

Safe Hands For Girls works to end child marriage and female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia. With this funding, Safe Hands For Girls will provide educational opportunities and vocational training to girls and their mothers. In addition, the organization will provide training to mothers on preventing FGM, equipping them with the knowledge and language they need to push back against the practice in their homes and communities. 

School For Life serves girls in rural Uganda and aims to eradicate poverty through education. With this funding, School For Life will grow their menstrual health initiatives, which include education and product/kit distribution. The organization will also offer classes in the community for girls and their family members, focusing on topics such as puberty and deconstructing common myths relating to menstruation.

Share Child Opportunity Eastern and Northern Uganda (SCOEN) addresses violence against women and girls in Eastern and Northern Uganda. With this funding, SCOEN will expand its leadership development initiative focused on ending child marriage. Additionally, the organization will train facilitators for community outreach sessions, encouraging dialogues among parents, local leaders, and other key stakeholders to change social norms regarding child marriage. Girls will also have the opportunity to participate in community forums, enabling girls to practice leadership skills and amplifying their voices.

SheEvolution Africa Initiative focuses on leadership development for girls from disadvantaged communities in Nigeria. With this funding, SheEvolution will support girls through a summer camp program that provides training in digital literacy, public speaking, financial skills, and more. Girls will also have the opportunity to participate in field trips to art centers and industries, exposing them to potential career paths and professional opportunities.

Access Planet promotes dignified lives for girls with disabilities in Nepal, founded and led by women with disabilities. With this funding, Access Planet will provide digital literacy classes with assistive technology, an adaptive sports camp, and workshops on topics such as gender-based violence and leadership development. The organization will also train local teachers and health care workers about the needs of girls with disabilities, working to improve access to essential services. 

The Shequal Foundation equips girls in Nepal with skills to achieve financial independence, empowering them with learning to make informed decisions about their bodies and lives. With this funding, Shequal will implement a comprehensive training program focused on menstrual, sexual, and reproductive health in regions of Nepal where menstrual taboos remain deeply rooted. Additionally, Shequal will hold workshops for community members to facilitate dialogues on sensitive topics and change attitudes regarding girls’ rights. 

Women Lead Nepal provides young women in Nepal with the skills, support, and opportunities they need to become leaders and changemakers. With this funding, Women Lead Nepal will expand its flagship school leadership program, which provides girls with a platform to practice important skills such as public speaking, critical thinking, and persuasion.