WGC BLOG

Founded in 2006, WGC is a community of women who pool their charitable contributions to support local nonprofit organizations serving women facing challenging circumstances. Through collective giving, individual generosity becomes a powerful resource for our community.

As The Women's Giving Circle of Frederick County begins an exciting new chapter as an independent nonprofit, we're pleased to introduce our Board of Directors. Our Leadership team brings together women with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and talents, united by a shared commitment to strengthening our community through collective giving.

We are thrilled to share that our transition to an independent 501(c)(3) is moving forward on all fronts!

Ways to Give to the Women’s Giving Circle Now that the Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County is an independent 501(c)(3), all gifts come directly to us. Here are the ways you can give, plus a quick look at the new federal tax rules that took effect in 2026. By Check Make your check payable to The Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County and mail it to: The Women’s Giving Circle of Frederick County 7820B Wormans Mill Rd, #103 Frederick, MD 21701 Online You can give secure

As of July 1, 2026, the Women's Giving Circle will begin operating as an independent 501(c)(3)!

Great news! The Women's Giving Circle is starting a Book Club to connect our members while exploring issues facing women in today's society.

We are thrilled to share that our transition to an independent 501(c)(3) is moving forward! We are officially incorporated in Maryland and have received our IRS letter of determination. This means we are now formally recognized as a federally tax-exempt nonprofit.

On October 23, we sent an email letter from our chair, Peg McGreevy and Betsy Day, President/CEO of the Community Foundation of Frederick County. That communication announces our upcoming transition to an independent 501(c)(3) organization. After nearly 20 years of operating as a component fund of the Community Foundation, we're ready to fly solo! We share that letter here and we've added a "Frequently Asked Questions" section to help answer some of the questions that our mem