WOMENS WAY

Financials

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended August 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

123 S BROAD ST STE 1399, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19109-1009

In care of

% BOND COLLECTIVE

Signed the 990

Diane Cornman-Levy, Executive Director

Phone

(215) 985-3322

Website

womensway.org

Return prepared by

PFG Tax Services LLC

Mission

Formed in the late-70's, WOMEN'S WAY achieves gender equity by building collective power to disrupt oppressive systems and strengthen alternative models centered in love, dignity, and liberation.

Program accomplishments

• GRANTMAKING PROGRAMS In FY25, we distributed a total of $634,270 to 36 organizations through four grantmaking programs described below. IMMEDIATE RESPONSE ACTION FUND (IRAF) IRAF addresses urgent and unanticipated needs of organizations or programs that primarily serve women, girls, and the gender expansive community. From receiving a completed application to communicating a decision -the IRAF grant review process is completed in 10 business days. In FY25, 15 grant totaling over $149,270 were given out, impacting over 32,500 individuals. RAPID RESPONSE GENERAL OPERATING FUND The Rapid Response General Operating Fund was created to fund organizations serving communities disproportionately impacted by the current socio-political climate: immigrant and refugees, LGBTQIA+, people seeking reproductive healthcare and/or organizations anticipating a significant decrease in funding. From receiving a completed application, to communicating a decision, the grant review process was completed in 10 business days. In FY25, 16 grants totaling $160,000 were given out, impacting over 90,875 individuals. GENDER ECONOMIC EQUITY FUND The first cohort of the Gender Economic Equity Fund was launched in FY25 and consists of 4 organizations focused on the care sector. Over the three-year grant period, each organization will receive $235,000: $50,000 / year in general operating support, $25,000 / year in wellness funds to support staff, and a one-year accelerator grants of $10,000. In FY25 the 4 organizations each received the first installment of $75,000 for a total of $300,000 disbursed. TRANS RESILIENCE FUND In partnership with the Gender Justice Fund, WOMEN'S WAY invested $25,000 in their Trans Resilience Fund, a pooled fund to invest in organizations addressing the needs of trans populations. The Fund utilizes a participatory grantmaking process in which a committee of trans and non-binary community members set guidelines and makes funding decisions.
  Expenses $722,391 · grants $646,520
• PUBLIC EDUCATION: GENDER EQUITY DESIGNER PROGRAM In 2025, we launched the Gender Equity Designer Program (GEEP) whose purpose is to advance the efforts, knowledge, and impact of organizations, coalitions, and grassroots groups from the care sector who are working to strengthen alternative care models that are equitable, inclusive, and contribute to long-term social transformation. GEEP includes three components: multi-year general operating support, a wellness fund, and the Gender Equity Designer Program which is a 6-month learning collaborative that empowers practitioners to design and evaluate effective equity strategies that center individuals and communities historically impacted by gender and racial inequities by adopting an equity mindset. Participants learn best practices, powerful techniques, key performance indicators and meaningful milestones for designing equitable organizations, communities, and systems. The first cohort includes four nonprofit organizations in the care sector. CLOSING THE GENDER WEALTH GAP EDUCATION SERIES In 2025, we hosted four virtual forums exploring the steps needed to build a more inclusive economy and the alternative models and initiatives that can serve as its foundation. Topics addressed the different dimensions of the Gender Wealth Framework, a process and toolkit that different stakeholders can use to design and evaluate strategies to incorporate gender equity into their organizations. A total of 565 individuals attended and/or viewed the recordings of the sessions, and more than 300 individuals were mobilized to act in pursuit of advancing gender and racial equity. Of those who completed the post-session survey, 89% of respondents rated each session "very good or better." ANNUAL GENDER WEALTH SUMMIT Each year, WOMEN'S WAY conducts the Annual Gender Wealth Summit that brings together funders, advocates, and community members for a half-day experience focused on reimagining our economy and expanding collective well-being. Through a mix of panels, mini-lectures, and interactive breakout groups, we deepen our understanding of the gender wealth gap, explore innovative economic models, and build momentum towards lasting systems change. In 2025, WOMEN'S WAY conducted the 4th Annual Gender Wealth Summit during which 100 stakeholders came together to discuss strategies to strengthen and reimagine the social safety net. A report was created that included lessons learned from the Summit and action steps cross-sector stakeholders can take to strengthen the social safety net. In addition, 35 individuals signed up to join the WOMEN'S WAY Advocacy Community which launched in January 2026. ADVOCACY In 2025, we designed and launched the Speakers' Bureau to empower women with lived experiences of economic insecurity to use narrative change skills for advocacy. Over seven months, ten participants explored writing, art, public speaking, organizing, and social media through expert-led workshops. Each participant received a small budget to advance their advocacy work, resulting in collaborations with local colleges and engagement with policymakers in Harrisburg. Their advocacy work plays a vital role in shaping a new cultural narrative - one grounded in the wisdom and lived experiences of all marginalized genders that takes root in communities, organization, and the halls of power. YOUNG WOMEN'S INITIATIVE (YWI) Now in its 28th year the WOMEN'S WAY Young Women's Initiative (YWI) is a dynamic group of people between the ages of 21 and 45 who identify as women or gender expansive / gender non-conforming / non-binary. This volunteer-led young friends' group is composed of individuals who are focused on social justice and dedicated to advancing gender equity. YWI works to develop its members as community and business leaders, advocates for social change, and civically engaged philanthropists raising critical funds for WOMEN'S WAY. It also serves as a way to connect with progressive peers and make a difference in the community.
  Expenses $647,952 · grants $5,722
• RESEARCH In 2025, we finalized the Gender Wealth Framework (GWF), a guide that offers a holistic, community-centered approach to understanding and advancing wealth by: - Challenging the deeply embedded narratives that perpetuate harmful and inadequate responses to wealth inequity. - Recognizing collectivism, interdependence, and self-determination as central to our understanding of wealth. - Encouraging systemic reflection, helping users assess how policies, programs, and institutions align (or misalign) with equity goals. - Prioritizing participant-defined success over rigid, top-down metrics. Practitioners can use the Framework to design and evaluate programs that advance gender equity. Funders can use the Framework to inform strategic investments and shift how they define and measure success. Policymakers can use the Framework to design equitable policies that move beyond short-term fixes and toward systemic solutions to close the gender wealth gap. A GWF playbook has been created to help different stakeholders operationalize the Framework to advance gender equity into their organizations. The playbook is being tested with the four GEEP grantees who are currently designing strategies to imbed gender equity into their organizational practices, policies, and culture. With respect to grantmaking, we evaluate the final reports of grantees to determine the breadth and depth of impact. We also continually conduct prospective donor research to expand our list of individual, corporate, and foundation funders. Our research efforts resulted in expanding our donor list by 25%.
  Expenses $161,665

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in August, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

23-1989161

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))

Donations deductible (Pub 78)

Public charity, 50% deduction limit

Exempt since

1976

Accounting year ends

August

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Human services (P83J)

Assets (IRS master file)

$4,633,781

Income (IRS master file)

$4,673,559

Filing history

990-N: the IRS publishes only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years appear here as 990.tax collects the monthly files. 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS.

Questions about WOMENS WAY

What is the EIN of WOMENS WAY?

The employer identification number (EIN) of WOMENS WAY is 23-1989161.

Is WOMENS WAY tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1976.

Are donations to WOMENS WAY tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does WOMENS WAY file?

Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.

When is the next return of WOMENS WAY due?

The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending August 31, 2026) is due January 15, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did WOMENS WAY last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended August 2025.

Who are the officers and directors of WOMENS WAY?

The 990 for the year ended August 31, 2025 lists 27 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $151,825 (Diane Cornman-Levy, Executive Dir.).

How much revenue does WOMENS WAY have?

On its 990 for the year ended August 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $2,920,790, expenses of $1,689,440 and total assets of $4,633,781 at year end.

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