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 $22 million.
We supported 151 scholars in 2024-2025.
Each year, 99% of our scholars graduate or continue with school.
We had 61 scholars graduate in 2025 from 33 different colleges and universities across Washington state.
81% are graduating with less than 15K student loan debt, including 40% graduating with no student debt.
Our Star Scholars
65% are women of color
72% are first-generation college students
24% are LGBTQIA+
Their age range is 18 to 66 years old, with an average age of 31
49% are parents and 37% are single mothers
64% are the primary or sole provider for their household
They attend 46 different colleges and universities across the state of Washington
74% live in Western Washington and 26% 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.