Featured Beneficiary: Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona

Monday, August 12th, 2013

Susan Berger Photo

A warm welcome to the Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona ~ a new beneficiary of the Perimeter Bicycling.com 31st El Tour de Tucson presented by Casino Del Sol Resort.

What happens when Tucsonans support women and girls? They create a world where women and girls can achieve their full potential and pursue their dreams.

Become a partner of the Women’s Foundation of Southern Arizona (WFSA) by participating in the 31^th Annual Tour de Tucson! Together, you’ll empower women to make positive changes in their lives and their community, using five forces for change: leadership development, donor services, community building, research, and grants.

Leadership development is built into all aspects of the Foundation, from the nationally-recognized Unidas philanthropy program for high school girls to shaping public policy through research and advocacy. With “The Self-Sufficiency Standard for 2012,” WFSA educates policy makers about the economic realities facing women and girls. The Women’s Foundation takes a strategic approach to grant-making and has funded more than 170 programs serving thousands in Southern Arizona.

“I rode in the El Tour last year. Not only did I have a great time, but it felt great to fundraise for a great cause. Because WFSA is an amazing way to support so many of southern Arizona’s women and girls, I decided to organize this ride on behalf of the Women’s Foundation. Exercise and WFSA are both ways I express passion in my life. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than combining them. Come ride with me as we support the empowerment of women!” – Rachel Gelbin

The first 10 riders who turn in $1,000 to benefit the WFSA will receive a free ticket on Southwest Airlines. Our Indoor Spin Party on Saturday, November 16, 2013, is sponsored by Susan Frank and O2 Modern Fitness.

Note: If you wish to ride for the Women’s Foundation, click here to register on their website.