The U.S. Army Women's Foundation
Celebrating 55 Years of Service 1969 - 2024

April is the Month of the Military Child!

April is designated the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community. The Army Women’s Foundation recognizes Army children through our Legacy Scholarship Program. Since the AWF Legacy Scholarship program’s inception, we have awarded scholarships to 131 lineal descendants of Army Women.

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The United States Army Women’s Museum is Open!

The Hours of Operation are Tuesday-Friday, 9:00 – 4:30

The United States Army Women’s Museum, located at Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia, showcases the amazing stories of women patriots who served our nation from the American Revolution to the present day. The US Army Women’s Museum is the only museum in the world dedicated to US Army Women.

The museum is located at 2100 “A” Adams Avenue, Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia.

Go to the OFFICIAL US Army site for the Army Women's Museum.

Honoring Service & Sacrifice

The US Army Women’s Foundation is the premier support network for you, our Women Soldiers and Veterans. Together we are a strong team, building partnerships for success and serving as a voice and advocate for Army Women: Honor, Empower, Connect… It’s our mission.

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What’s Up Next

Our next session entitled “Calling All FMMP Chapters”, will be held on

Thursday, 25 Apr from 1800-1930 (ET).

This month, we will hear from members of the Executive Board and Directors of successful FMMP chapters, who will provide tips on longevity and how to connect with other FMMP chapters across the Army.

Session Title: “Calling All FMMP Chapters”
When: 25 April 2023 @ 1800-1930 (EST)
Where: ZOOM (Registration Link below – Access to session emailed to registered members)
Registration Link: See the link below
Before this session, the FMMP Executive Board requests all FMMP chapters and future chapters to fill out the survey below so we can capture your locations and see where we can provide personal guidance and support on successfully starting and operating your chapter.

Please complete the survey at the link below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QBC5VBC – “How Can The FMMP Executive Board Assist Your Chapter?”

Military/Civilian Leaders and Commanders, we encourage you to designate a representative from your command to join us and learn how to start your own FMMP program.

For more information, please email the FMMP Executive Board at one of the below email addresses:
usarmy.gregg-adams.futures-cmd.mbx.f–mentoring-and-morale-progr@army.mil or ft.LeeFMMP@gmail.com

To Register for the April 25 FMMP Session

In Case You Missed It

In commemorating our 55^th Anniversary and Women’s History Month, the U.S. Army Women’s Foundation recognized extraordinary Army Women by awarding scholarships and inducting the 2024 class into the Army Women’s Foundation Hall of Fame. The keynote speaker was Major General Hope C. Rampy, Director of Military Personnel Management, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1, United States Army.

The Foundation awarded scholarships to Army women and their lineal descendants and inducted the 2024 class of Army Women into the U.S. Army Women’s Foundation Hall of Fame. We are grateful to our donors and corporate sponsors who helped ensure a remarkable event!

Watch the 2024 Hall of Fame Scholarship and Induction Ceremony

All Donations Matter

Your contributions support the following

Legacy Scholarships

Professional Development and Mentoring

Honoring Exceptional Women Soldiers

Preserving Army Women's History

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Our Sponsors and Partners

“Today, every American can be proud that our military will grow even stronger with our mothers, wives, sisters, and daughters playing a greater role in protecting this country we love.”
President Barack Obamaon opening combat arms jobs to women

“Over the last 38 years, I have had the opportunity to witness women soldiers jump out of airplanes, hike 10 miles, lead men and women, even under the toughest circumstances.”
Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody, USA, Ret.America’s first female four-star general

“We may destroy all the men in America, and we shall still have all we can do to defeat the women.”
British Gen. Lord Charles CornwallisAmerican Revolutionary War

“Today, women are in combat, that is just a reality. Thousands of women have been decorated for valor…and have given their lives. Today, what was once a band of brothers has truly become a band of brothers and sisters.”
Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody, USA, Ret.America’s first female four-star general

“During the time I have had WACs under my command, they have met every test and task assigned to them ... their contributions in efficiency, skill, spirit, and determination are immeasurable.”
American General Dwight D. Eisenhower

“They're fighting and they’re dying together, and the time has come for our policies to recognize that reality. We are making our military stronger, and we are making America stronger.”
Former Defense Secretary Leon Panettaon lifting the combat exclusion ban

“Let the generations know that women in uniform also guaranteed their freedom.”
Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, Medal of Honor Recipient, Civil Waron history and freedom

“"The Army is people and the incredible contributions and achievements of our female Soldiers contribute significantly to the strength of America's Army."”
General James C. McConville40th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army

Trailblazers

Command Sergeant Major Evelyn Hollis, USA Ret.

Hall of Fame Inductee 2018

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Petrice McKey-Reese

Hall of Fame Inductee 2018

First Female Army Rangers

Hall of Fame Inductees 2018

Lieutenant General Nadja West

February 19, 2018

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The US Army Women’s Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and a non-federal entity Headquartered at Fort Gregg-Adams, Virginia.
It is not part of the Department of Defense or its components and has no government status.

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Celebrating 55 Years of Service 1969 - 2024

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