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Clothing donation in Size 4 inspires Facebook group

Woman of Wonder received a generous donation of professional clothing in Size 4 from a woman who used to work in a law firm and has since retired. Her hope would be that the clothing would be helpful for students who need an upgraded outfit for an interview or nice event.

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Carol Doane Carol Doane

Celebrate Daughters Day with a poem

A poem to celebrate Daughters Day and all the daughters who come from far away.

The sun rose on this day in my life,

Before I knew, tucked a place in my heart.

An ocean away, a small little girl

Waited for me to change our world.

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Carol Doane Carol Doane

Put effort into yourself to be your absolute best

As women, we are conditioned to give our all to everyone else. However, depleting our inner resources leaves us less able to care for those we love and, more importantly, to take care of ourselves when we need it most.

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Carol Doane Carol Doane

Fair Start for Kids Act signed into law in Washington state

Expanding accessible, affordable child care and early childhood development programs. Great news for Washington state parents. Child care is now more accessible and affordable. May 7, 2021 Governor Jay Inslee signed SB 5237 the Fair Start for Kids Act.

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Carol Doane Carol Doane

How to research a nonprofit

Seven things to know when researching a nonprofit. A nonprofit is an organization that has received a letter from the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) determining if the organization qualifies, for instance, as a 501(c)(3). The term 501(c)(3) refers to a portion of the IRS code that grants federal tax exemption for charities and private

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Carol Doane Carol Doane

2020 Annual Donors Report - Woman of Wonder 501(c)(3)

The quality of a woman’s life is affected by internal and external resources. Resources, such as knowledge, training and honed skills, are vital to a woman seeking parity in today’s world. Add the challenge of paying for college to gain that next

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Carol Doane Carol Doane

Happy Mother's Day and a story about a remarkable woman

My great-grandmother Idabelle Riley Monahan Haines was a Montana rancher, midwife, and supplier of organic free-range Thanksgiving turkeys to her neighbors and other customers. She grew lavender, pennyroyal, calendula, and peppermint

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Pen Pals sought for college students

Woman of Wonder, a nonprofit that funds college scholarships for women, is looking for people who love to write cards, notes, letters, and/or a monthly email to a woman enrolled in college. Communication is focused on encouraging messages, uplifting stories, congrats

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How to apply for a college scholarship

After reading over 250 applications the last two years, the Woman of Wonder scholarship committee has advice for you to consider – BEFORE you start your scholarship application. Please read these recommendations. Then, before you’re almost done, check them again.

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Carol Doane Carol Doane

Founders Club, first to act, forever thanked

You, our generous donors, stepped up to provide the first scholarship funds and in-kind gifts to Woman of Wonder, Inc. You shine brightly. You are the foundation that makes a difference in everyone’s lives. Thank you so much for being part of this journey.

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