In today’s rapidly evolving world, preparing young girls with the tools to become strong, smart, and bold leaders is more crucial than ever. At Girls Inc. of Chattanooga, we’re committed to nurturing the next generation of female trailblazers. This Chattanooga Giving Day (November x, 2024), you have the power to make a lasting impact on the lives of girls in our community. 

The Leadership Gap: A Startling Reality 

Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in leadership positions: 

• Only 8.2% of Fortune 500 CEOs are women (2023 data) 
• Women hold just 27% of seats in the U.S. Congress (2023 data) 
• In STEM fields, women make up only 28% of the workforce (2022 data) 

These statistics underscore the urgent need to equip girls with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to shatter glass ceilings. 

The Girls Inc. Difference 

Our programs make a measurable impact: 

• xx% of Girls Inc. girls report increased self-confidence 
• Girls Inc. participants are xx% more likely to plan for college
• xx% of our alumnae report holding leadership positions in their careers 

Investing in girls’ leadership development yields long-term societal benefits: 

• Companies with gender-diverse executive teams are 25% more likely to outperform their peers financially
• Increasing women’s leadership could add $12 trillion to global GDP by 2025 

Your Donation: A Catalyst for Change 

This Chattanooga Giving Day, your contribution can: 

• Expand our reach to under-resourced communities in Chattanooga
• Support mentorship programs connecting girls with successful women leaders 
• Fund STEM workshops and coding camps 

Every dollar invested in girls’ education and leadership development can yield up to $2.80 in benefits to society. 

Join Us in Shaping a More Equitable Future 

The time to act is now. Your donation to Girls Inc. of Chattanooga this Chattanooga Giving Day (November x, 2024) is an investment in a brighter, more equitable future for all. Together, we can empower the next generation of strong, smart, and bold leaders who will transform our world. 

Will you help us build a Chattanooga where every girl has the opportunity to lead and succeed?  Visit _____ to make your contribution today. 

Donate Now to Empower Tomorrow’s Leaders

Sources: [1] Fortune 500 (2023) [2] Center for American Women and Politics, Rutgers University (2023) [3] National Science Foundation, Science & Engineering Indicators (2022) [4] Girls Inc. National Impact Report (2022) [5] McKinsey & Company, Diversity Wins Report (2020) [6] McKinsey Global Institute, The Power of Parity Report (2015) [7] World Bank, Unrealized Potential Report (2018)