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The
Educational Fund of the Chicago Chapter of the National Organization
for Women is the tax-exempt 501 C(3) section of the board. The Ed
Fund’s mission is to participate in and create educational activities
that positively impact women and girls. We believe that education is
the foundation to all empowerment.
Since
1982, the Chicago NOW Educational Fund (CNEF) has been dedicated to
improving the lives of women and girls in Chicago through its referral
service, its educational programs, and its speakers bureau.
CNEF’s referral service
provides an information network for people with a diverse set of needs
ranging from domestic violence, divorce and child custody, sexual
discrimination and harassment, funding for starting a business,
reproductive health needs, and a variety of legal issues. All
referral calls are answered by CNEF volunteers who connect callers
with a range of resources, professionals, and organizations in the
Chicagoland area.
Our educational programs are provided to raise public awareness of
women’s issues, as well as to promote interaction and dialogue among
program participants.
CNEF members also often also
speak at high schools, colleges, and universities seeking information
on the women’s movement and NOW activities.
CNEF has 501 C(3) tax-exempt
status and all contributions to CNEF are tax-deductible.
Resources for Girls
and
Resources for Young Women
Includes Ed Fund recommended websites, books, bookstores, and
organizations
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