About Us
Built by Women. Powered by Purpose.
The Legacy of Her Foundation was born from a simple, unshakeable belief: every woman deserves the chance to rise, heal, lead, and leave a legacy that outlasts her struggles.
Our Story
From a Vision to a Movement
She Is More Than What She Has Been Through.
The Legacy of Her Foundation was born from a simple but deeply held belief: a woman's hardest chapter should never become the definition of her entire story. Behind every woman facing hardship is a person with dreams, strength, purpose, and a future still waiting to unfold.
Sometimes life changes without warning. A woman may find herself rebuilding after domestic violence, financial hardship, housing instability, incarceration, unemployment, loss, or circumstances she never imagined she would face. And in those moments, she doesn't always need someone to rescue her.
Sometimes she simply needs someone to see her. To hear her. To remind her that she still matters. Someone to stand beside her while she finds her footing again. That is the heart behind The Legacy of Her Foundation.
We 're building a place where women can come without shame and be connected to resources, opportunities, education, support, and a community that believes in what is still possible for their lives. Because we believe support should go beyond addressing an immediate need . We want to help women move from surviving to rebuilding, from rebuilding to becoming, and from becoming to leaving a legacy of their own.
When a woman is empowered, her entire family and community are transformed.
We see her — the woman who is:
The mother trying to create something different for her children.
The survivor learning how to trust herself again.
The woman returning home and asking for another opportunity.
The woman who put her dreams aside for everyone else and is finally ready to rediscover her own.
The young woman who needs someone to tell her that where she started does not determine where she can go.
We see her. We Are Her.
Recognize Her. Empower Her. Elevate Her. Because We Are Her.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To empower women from all walks of life by providing access to resources, education, mentorship, and advocacy that help women overcome barriers, achieve self-sufficiency, and create lasting legacies.
Our Vision
A world where every woman regardless of her past, her circumstances, or her zip code has the tools, community, and opportunity to thrive and leave a legacy of strength for the next generation.
Core Values
What We Stand For
Compassion
We meet every woman with dignity, empathy, and unconditional respect no judgment, no barriers.
Advocacy
We stand boldly for the rights, safety, and well-being of every woman we serve, and for systemic change.
Community
We believe healing and growth happen in relationship. We build sisterhood, not just services.
Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standard in everything we do because the women we serve deserve nothing less.
Empowerment
We equip women with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead their own lives and communities.
Legacy
Everything we do is oriented toward lasting impact for the women we serve, their families, and generations to come.
Leadership
Board of Directors
Our board provides strategic oversight and stewardship while keeping the Foundation focused on its mission to recognize, empower, and elevate women.
Community Partners
Stronger Together
We are proud to work alongside organizations that share our commitment to women, families, and community.
Housing
Local Housing Authority
Health & Wellness
Community Health Network
Employment
Workforce Innovation Board
Advocacy
Domestic Violence Coalition
Food Security
City Food Bank
Education
Community College District
Legal Services
Legal Aid Society
Community
Faith Community Alliance
Join the Legacy
Whether you need support, want to give it, or are ready to fund the mission there is a place for you here.