Founded in 1984 by the successful professional women of the Women’s Professional Forum, the WPF Foundation is dedicated to creating opportunities for women and girls to achieve their leadership and professional dreams.
WPF members, who are automatically WPF Foundation members, have provided the direction and support for the powerful grant-making program to empower women and girls in Guilford County.
In the last dozen years, the Foundation has made significant community grants of more than $100,000. Additionally, through the Margaret Anne “Peggy” Wilkes scholarship and senior awards established in 2000, two UNCG fashion/textile students are awarded scholarships every year.
We invite you to join us in supporting women and girls throughout Guilford County with your one-time or monthly donation.
WPF Foundation grants support a wide range of women and girls – from those who showcase female composers and performers to children, to those who are learning how to negotiate salaries to high school women developing their leadership skills.
Several years ago, the Foundation took a giant step forward to make an even bigger impact for girls and women in Guilford County. The concept, which began as the Girls’ Leadership Initiative, has developed into WPFF Girls Leadership EdgeSM.
Rock the Night Away
for the Women’s Professional Forum Foundation
Sunday, November 2, 2025 | Van Dyke Performance Space | 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Enjoy a night of music by the Ladies Auxiliary Band and delightful drinks crafted by 1618 On Location, while raising funds to support women and girls in Guilford County. Every ticket supports the Women’s Professional Forum Foundation grant fund, which provided $30,500 in grant funding to Guilford County nonprofits this year!
Foundation Leadership
WPF Foundation Board
President, Chandra Hackenbruch
Vice President, Leslie Loyd
Treasurer, Jody Susong
Secretary
Directors at Large
Neena Ballard
Andrea Bunn
Laura Burton
Beth Fischer
Keyshia H. Gray
Susan Gutterman
Maria Hanlin
Kimberly Marriott
Amy Meinecke
Jennifer Mencarini
Martha Peddrick
Susan Russell
Ernestine Taylor
Sasha Trosch
The WPF Foundation is an IRS Section 501(c)3 organization and can accept tax-deductible charitable gifts in the form of cash, stock, life insurance, life income gifts, and as a bequest from a will. Please consult your tax accountant, attorney or financial planner for information concerning your specific situation.