WWIN provides scholarships and supports to help Washington women facing barriers to opportunity succeed in college and careers so they, their families and our communities can thrive.
Our Impact
Since 1992, WWIN has provided grants to women in Washington totaling over $21 million.
We supported 150 scholars in 2023-2024.
99% of our 2023-2024 scholars graduated or continued with school.
We had 70 scholars graduate in 2024 from 24 different colleges and universities across Washington state.
57% graduated with less than $5,000 in student loan debt.
Our Star Scholars
60% are women of color
66% are first-generation college students
27% are LGBTQIA+
Their age range is 18 to 65 years old, with an average age of 29
38% are parents and 25% are single mothers
53% are the primary or sole provider for their household
They attend 41 different colleges and universities across the state of Washington
71% live in Western Washington and 29% live in Eastern Washington
Scholarships and Programs
Star Scholars
This program removes a financial barrier for women earning their undergraduate degree up to a first bachelor's. Star Scholars receive up to $5,000 per year until graduation, up to a lifetime maximum $20,000 in WWIN scholarship funding.
Star Scholars
This program removes a financial barrier for women earning their undergraduate degree up to a first bachelor's. Star Scholars receive up to $5,000 per year until graduation, up to a lifetime maximum $20,000 in WWIN scholarship funding.
Career Coaching
Our Career Coaching programs support our current Star Scholars and alumnae with individualized support to achieve their career goals by working one-on-one with a certified coach of their choosing.
WWIN Networking Community
WWIN has always been more than a scholarship: it is also a community that champions women’s success. WWIN Connect is our online hub for alumnae, current scholars, and community members to offer and receive educational and career support.
WWIN Networking Community
WWIN has always been more than a scholarship: it is also a community that champions women’s success. WWIN Connect is our online hub for alumnae, current scholars, and community members to offer and receive educational and career support.