Creative, progressive, spirited philanthropy. Since 1998.

WELCOME TO theHF

Watch this short video on theHF. Our Founder Ruth Ann offers an inside look on where we came from, where we're going, and why we are all in for girls and women. (It's 2.5 minutes you don't want to miss!)

Our Work in Film

We believe that investing in storytelling and media makers who are out to make a difference is a powerful way to make the world a fairer place.

Our Programs: Funny Girls

“Funny Girls” is a program that uses improv comedy techniques to build and expand the leadership skills of girls grades 3-8.

Our Programs: Awesome Without Borders

We jumped on the Awesome Foundation bandwagon and launched a global chapter that gives $1000 no-strings-attached grants each week.

RUTH ANN WRITES

Regular insights from our Founder & President on philanthropy, feminism, and the strategies we employ to accomplish our goals.

Here you'll find some of the most frequently asked questions and more information on the foundation and our grantmaking process.

10 hours ago

These 18 visionaries will share their work w/ the world next week at #TEDGlobal 2017. https://t.co/HYE5MY6LyJ. You… https://t.co/VfhYou0PUC

14 hours ago

Another @AF_WB grantee that we’re in awe of… don’t miss #TribalJusticePBS tonight! https://t.co/FnpRCX0AdE

15 hours ago

RT @sundanceorg: 18-24-Year-Old Doc & Narrative Filmmakers: Submit a short by 9/26 for a shot at being a 2018 #SundanceIgnite Fellow… https://t.co/hDNmbv6Rmu

15 hours ago

RT @unrestfilm: You can have a limited-edition, personalized piece of Unrest history! Stay tuned for surprise reward! #TimeforUnrest https://t.co/WU21CSs7jt

1 day ago

RT @WhoseStreetsDoc: “#WhoseStreets is a vital tribute to the young activists thrust into America’s ugliest truths,” @IndieWire praises. https://t.co/2W8f8T2NPm

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