Philanthropy Initiatives

We bring Alexandrians together and help them accomplish extraordinary things.  As a result, people throughout the city are becoming more skilled at helping others.  Resources are going further and more lives are being changed. 

Women's Giving Circle of Alexandria (WGCA)

Launched in 2004 by ACT, the Women's Giving Circle of Alexandria is a philanthropic investment organization that offers a new, strategic approach to philanthropy.  By pooling the financial and intellectual resources provided by over 300 women living in Alexandria, the WGCA is making a strategic and sustainable difference in the lives of children and their families. 

Their members work with community leaders and experts to help address the needs of the community on a daily basis.  The WGCA members gain understanding on how to break down the barriers standing in the way of a child's success and invest in effective programs.  By working with nonprofit organizations, the WGCA facilitaties the establishment of new programs that reach children and families who had not been reached previously. 

For more information about WGCA, visit:  www.womensgivingcircleofalexandria.org. 

Give Back Alexandria

Through ACT's newest philanthropy initiative, Give Back Alexandria, a new generation of philanthropists is being educated about the needs of the city and how they can make a lasting impact in the lives of our city's most vulnerable.  Give Back empowers the next generation of Alexandrians to take a more active role in our community. 

Anyone who is looking for a social and strategic way to get involved is welcome.   If you are looking for a fun way to become more educated about community issues and giving back, this is the place.  Give Back Alexandria’s vision is to actively and strategically engage more Alexandrians in addressing problems related to children, youth and families.  Give Back Alexandria is collaborating with the Gang Prevention Task Force, the Alexandria Mentoring Partnership (comprised of 15 nonprofit organizations), Alexandria/Arlington Minority Volunteer Recruitment Committee and the City of Alexandria to actively address the need for more mentors and increasing adult engagement in the lives of children. 

To learn more about the history of Give Back Alexandria, click on the article below.

An Innovative Outlet for Giving Back, Del Ray Sun, April 24, 2007

For more information about Give Back Alexandria, visit:  www.givebackalexandria.org.