Women's Foundation of Arkansas

06/15/2026

Last Friday, our Tjuana Byrd Interns toured Big River Steel in Osceola, Arkansas!

Big River Steel is the largest steel producer in North America, right here in Arkansas. We loved seeing the steel mill in action and hearing from women who work at BRS, as well as local women leaders who are making an impact in their communities.

Thank you to Big River Steel for opening your doors to our interns and giving them an inside look at the steel industry!

06/11/2026

On Tuesday, our Tjuana Byrd Interns attended a business etiquette dinner! Longtime friend of WFA, Trudy Redus, coached the interns on the do’s and don’ts of business dining, shared professional etiquette best practices, and much more.

Thank you to Entergy Arkansas for sponsoring this event and speaking with our interns about the impact Entergy has on communities across the state. We loved hearing from Brandi Hinkle, Katrina Brown, and Marshunda Jones as they shared insights about their roles at Entergy and their career journeys.

We're excited to see these young women put their new skills to use throughout the rest of the summer!

06/10/2026

Exciting news! 🎉 We received a record number of applications for the 2026 WEM Hub cohort, with women business owners from 26 counties across Arkansas applying to participate.

This incredible response underscores the growing need for programs that support women entrepreneurs and advance economic mobility across our state.

The official 2026 WEM Hub cohort will be announced in July. Stay tuned to meet the phenomenal women entrepreneurs who will make up our seventh cohort!

06/08/2026

TODAY is your LAST CHANCE to apply for the 2026 Women’s Economic Mobility Hub!

WEM Hub is designed to support women entrepreneurs across Arkansas by providing personalized business assistance, technical training, and additional resources—including $5,000 in unrestricted grant funding to help scale their businesses and advance economic mobility.

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your business, expand your network, and gain expert support. Learn more and apply today: https://womensfoundationarkansas.org/initiatives/women-empowered/ -hub

06/04/2026

Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join the Women's Foundation of Arkansas team!

TOMORROW is the final day to apply for the Programs Coordinator position. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, mission-driven changemaker who is passionate about project management and creating community impact.

Applications close tomorrow! For the full job description and application details, visit: https://womensfoundationarkansas.org/careers/

06/03/2026

WEM Hub is growing—and so are the opportunities available to participants!

New this year, every WEM Hub participant will be matched with a business mentor who can provide personalized guidance, valuable connections, and encouragement as they work toward their business goals. Through one-on-one mentorship, expanded networking opportunities, and increased social capital, this new program component is designed to help women entrepreneurs thrive.

Interested in becoming a mentor? Applications are open now through June 21. Learn more and apply here: https://womensfoundationarkansas.org/initiatives/women-empowered/

06/02/2026

On Sunday, the Hon. Tjuana Byrd Manning and her husband, Michael, opened their home to the 2026 Tjuana Byrd Internship Program cohort, kicking off an exciting summer of growth and opportunity!

This year, 11 interns will gain hands-on experience in STEAM careers with leading Arkansas companies, including Southwest Power Pool, Arvest Bank, and Arkansas Children’s, while participating in networking opportunities, career coaching, business etiquette training, and more.

Designed to remove barriers and expand access to high-demand careers, this 12-week program continues to create pathways to success for young women across Arkansas. Stay tuned to meet this year’s incredible cohort!

06/01/2026

WEM Hub applications close in ONE WEEK!

Now is the time to apply! WEM Hub provides women entrepreneurs with personalized business support, technical training in communications, public relations, and marketing, plus $5,000 in unrestricted grant funding.

Applications are open through June 8. Don't miss this opportunity to grow and advance your business—apply today!

Learn more about WEM Hub and application requirements here:

Through the Women Empowered initiative we educate, advocate, and innovate around issues of women’s economic security.

05/27/2026

Many thanks to the U.S. Bank Foundation for its support of WEM Hub! We recently received a grant, which will help support the women entrepreneurs in this year's cohort. We are grateful for this partnership and its investment in our community.

There is still time to apply to be part of the 2026 cohort! Applications are open through June 8. Learn more and apply here: https://wfa.smapply.io/prog/2026_womens_economic_mobility_hub_program_application_/

05/27/2026

Applications for The Bridge Project in Arkansas are now live!
The Bridge Project in Arkansas is a groundbreaking initiative offering unrestricted cash stipends to support more than
300 mothers and their babies across Arkansas. Aimed at empowering pregnant individuals by providing financial
stability, it is part of a broader effort to address child poverty and promote long-term well-being.

Interested applicants who meet the eligibility criteria below are welcome to apply starting today. Applications will remain open until all 300 spots are filled. Anyone who meets all of the requirements listed below are encouraged to apply:
-Reside in Arkansas
-Be 18–22 years old OR Individuals who are currently serving or have previously served in the U.S. Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves.
-Are 27 weeks pregnant or less
-Have an annual household income under $44,000
-No SSN or ITIN required!

APPLY HERE: https://www.bridgeproject.org/apply