News & Updates

January 9, 2026 The US House of Representatives passed a measure this week to extend the ACA subsidies, and now it is up to the US Senate to hold a vote to extend the subsidies. Without the extension, the cost of healthcare will rise not only for those who utilize ACA plans (known as Pennie in Pennsylvania) but for others as when the number of uninsured individuals rises, so do healthcare costs for everyone. Tell Senators Fetterman and McCormick to call for a vote on the subs

On Tuesday, November 18th, The Fund for Women and Girls was proud to be in Harrisburg for “Our Health, Our Future: Our Lobby Day” — a collective effort to advance policies that support women, girls, and families across Pennsylvania.   The day centered several critical issues impacting health and safety across the Commonwealth, including: Strengthening reproductive healthcare access Creating a public paid family leave program through the Family Care Act Protecting individuals

October 30, 2025 Due to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits will not be paid out starting Nov 1.   SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is the federal government’s largest anti-hunger program in the United States. It provides monthly benefits to eligible low-income households to help them buy nutritious food  While snap only covers a small portion of what it costs to feed someone, it is a portion. The average monthly allotment (no county level da

The Fund invites you to be civically engaged with us. Whether you are new to all this political stuff or you are a seasoned activist, we welcome you to come view oral arguments in front of the PA Supreme Court in this very important case and stay after to discuss the issues raised, arguments and counter arguments, and the impact on women seeking to access reproductive healthcare particularly for socioeconomically disadvantaged and underserved. Please note, we are not lawyers

Several times throughout the year, The Fund heads up to the Capitol to show support of and educate on important topics. The trips include rallies, legislative meetings and actions focusing on ensuring elected officials understand and address critical issues. The press is invited to cover the story. We invite you to join us for one, some or all! Everyone can participate! We’ll guide you every step of the way. Your presence sends a powerful message. No experience needed. No pub

This fall The Fund for Women and Girls kicks off a new training series with two important workshops for you and your non-profit.  ...

It’s up to us now! As a result of the passing of the “Big Beautiful Bill,” more than 25,000 of us in Chester County will no longer have...

The Allegheny Reproductive Health Center v. Pennsylvania Department of Human Services lawsuit challenges Pennsylvania’s ban on Medicaid...

The Senate passed the bill, and now it goes to the House for a vote.The time is now to call your representative and ask them to vote NO...

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed South Carolina to exclude Planned Parenthood from its Medicaid program, despite federal law already...

Blake Emmanuel, our Director of Advocacy and Policy went to Washington, DC with Planned Parenthood and other advocates to speak out...

The momentum around paid family and medical leave in Pennsylvania has hit a temporary setback and we need your help.  Click HERE for...

See a behind the scenes look at what it looks like when we go to The Hill.  For more info and pics, click HERE .

Cheryl Brubaker, our Executive Director, draws on decades of nonprofit leadership and her Mennonite roots to champion equity, community,...

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which has passed the House and is now in the Senate, would require all voters to...

In the East Wing Rotunda of the Pennsylvania State Capitol, Cheryl and Blake (our Executive Director and our Director of Advocacy and...

High school girls+ from across Chester County gathered to present their thoughts on issues that affect women+ to state legislators. These...

Our Girls+ Advisory Board (GAB) offers high school students hands-on experience in philanthropy and strategic grantmaking. Over 20...

The Fund for Women and Girls board proudly announces we stand in support of a Pennsylvania Paid Family Leave Program. In our role as a...

Basic human rights are being threatened, and we will not sit idly by while this occurs.    The actions of the Federal administration over...