The Betty Lou Tikalsky Women of Distinction Fund was created in 2010 to fund a grant selected by each honoree of the Women of Distinction to an organization that aid women or girls in Waukesha County.

Women and Girls Kay Ruekert Lettenberger Endowed Fund for Alzheimer’s was created in 2015 to aid women and girls in Waukesha County who are affected by Alzheimer’s or other dementia. 

Women and Girls New Hope Scholarship Fund was created in 2017 to provide scholarships to non-traditional female students attending a post-secondary institution in Waukesha County.  

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Women and Girls Fund Beyond Foster Care Fund was created in 2019; an annual grant is given to an organization that is aiding young women transitioning out of the foster care system in Waukesha County.  

Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County Thomas and Betty Arndt Fund was created in 2022 to support the mission of the Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County and to improve the quality of life for women and girls in Waukesha County. 

We are excited to introduce the Andrea Bryant Girl Powered Giving Fund, a new fund that puts the power of philanthropy directly into the hands of young people in our community!

Thanks to Girl-Powered Giving, members of the Young Philanthropy Group will have the opportunity to help recommend grant funding for a local organization benefitting young women and girls, putting their philanthropy into action in a powerful new way and creating an immediate impact in Waukesha County. Beginning in 2026, this fund will award its first grant, which will be announced at the Women of Distinction Luncheon.

The Girl-Powered Giving Fund was made possible by Andrea Bryant, one of our founding women. Andrea’s gift reflects a deep belief in the importance of engaging young women in their community, trusting their voices, and giving them a tangible opportunity to shape the future of women and girls through charitable giving. We want to extend our sincere thanks to her for her generosity and commitment to our mission over the years.

Girl-Powered Giving is about more than grants; it is about building confidence, leadership, and a lifelong connection to philanthropy, ensuring the next generation of women leaders and advocates is already taking shape.