The U.S. Army Women's Foundation

In Case You Missed It

If you would like to watch the 15th Annual Army Women’s Foundation
Scholarship Awards and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
that took place Wednesday, March 22, 2023;  click the link below.

 Click Here to Watch the Ceremony

Featured News

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March 10, 2023

New Smithsonian Webinar: Discover the Story of the First All-Black Female WWII Army Unit

As the US Army Women's Foundation prepares to award the inaugural Six Triple Eight Scholarship…
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March 8, 2023

U.S. Army Announces Launch of the Army Brand – “Be All You Can Be!”

Today, March 8th, the US Army will introduce a new generation to one of the…
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January 17, 2023

COL Tia Johnson – Sworn In to Top Military Court

On January 3, 2023, The Honorable M. Tia Johnson was sworn in as a judge…

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 Lee, 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 Lee, Virginia.

Watch a Video of the Renovated Galleries at the Army Women's Museum

Honoring Service & Sacrifice

The 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

Our MissionOur History

What’s Up Next

Female Mentoring and Morale Program

This month, the AWF, in partnership with the Fort Lee FMMP, is honored to discuss “Taking Charge of Your Health and Wellness.”
Date/Time: Thursday, April 27, 2023 | 1800-1930 EST/ 1700-1830 CST
Location: ZOOM – Please register in advance at the link below.
Guest Panel Members:
COL Wendy Gray (Commander, Fox Army Health Clinic (FAHC)) – “Leading in the Medical Profession”
LTC Victoria Ijames (Director-Psychological Health) – “Stress vs. Anxiety”
Dr. Minnetta Williams (Chief, FAHC Healthcare Provider) – “The Importance of Annual Exams and Medical Screenings”
Heather Hough (Registered Clinical Dietician) – “Body Image Resilience”
Shandelon Garner (Community Health Nurse) – “Tips for a Productive Medical Appt”

Register for the Zoom Meeting Here

All Donations Matter

Your contributions support the following

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Legacy Scholarships

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Professional Development

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Honoring Exceptional Women Soldiers

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Preserving Army Women's History

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The E-Flagpole

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.

Command Sergeant Major Evelyn Hollis, USA Ret.

Hall of Fame Inductee 2018

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Petrice McKey-Reese

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Petrice McKey-Reese

Hall of Fame Inductee 2018

First Female Army Rangers

First Female Army Rangers

Hall of Fame Inductees 2018

Lieutenant General Nadja West

Lieutenant General Nadja West

February 19, 2018