Learn more about Girls For A Change (GFAC), non profit organization aimed at empowering black girls and girls of color in Central Virginia to realize their full potential and bring change to their communities.

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  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
November 27, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Bring Joy and Hope This Holiday Season

Bring Joy and Hope This Holiday Season Please do not respond to this email View this email in your browser Bring Joy and Hope This Holiday Season. Dear Daughters Team and Community, As the season of giving approaches, we ar…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
November 13, 2024 at 8:17 PM

Join us for the Immersion Lab and win a Target gift card!

Join us for the Immersion Lab and win a Target gift card! Join us Thursday, November 14 Reminder! Join us Thursday, November 14, for a chance to win a Target gift card! Register The Budding Black Girl …
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
November 11, 2024 at 11:53 PM

Start and grow your business with Girls For A Change

Start and grow your business with Girls For A Change Join us Thursday, November 14 Join us Thursday, November 14 The Budding Black Girl Incubator in our Immersion Lab program offers an immersive experience as you wor…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
November 6, 2024 at 3:29 PM

Register for these upcoming programs

Register for these upcoming programs Pursue a passion, learn a new skill, and expand your network What you do after school matters Girls For A Change (GFAC) is excited to launch our 2024-2025 programs! Step outside t…
  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
October 8, 2024 at 2:46 PM

You're Invited! Daughters Impact Screening with Kerry Washington

You're Invited! Daughters Impact Screening with Kerry Washington Join Kerry Washington in Richmond for a screening of Daughters View this email in your browser You're Invited! Daughters Impact Screening an…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
August 23, 2024 at 5:35 PM

Sustaining Black power

Sustaining Black power Celebrate Black August View this email in your browser Black August Spotlight: Capital One Capital One has been a critical partner to Girls For A Change (GFAC). Over the last four years, they have inv…
  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
August 15, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Host a Daughters Watch Party

Host a Daughters Watch Party Daughters is better with family and friends View this email in your browser Host a Daughters Watch Party to celebrate and take action  In case you missed it, Daughters officially hit Netflix Aug…
  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
August 14, 2024 at 9:21 PM

Daughters is now streaming on Netflix!

Daughters is now streaming on Netflix! Watch it today and get ready to take action View this email in your browser It's Netflix launch day! Grab your tissues and be ready to be moved by the incredible resilience of these Bl…
  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
August 11, 2024 at 12:30 AM

Join us for a Screening in DC

Join us for a Screening in DC Watch the trailer and then join us View this email in your browser The Netflix trailer is officially out We are so excited to share Daughters Documentary official trailer! There have been many …
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
August 9, 2024 at 3:41 PM

Sustaining Black power

Sustaining Black power Celebrate Black August View this email in your browser It's Black August! Black August was created to honor Black freedom fighters and highlight Black resistance to violence and oppression. At Girls F…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
July 18, 2024 at 5:43 PM

We need volunteers!

We need volunteers! Help us at these upcoming events View this email in your browser Portrait of a Black Teen Girl Photoshoot Friday, July 19 10am-4pm @ Maymont We are in need of volunteers for our annual photo…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
June 21, 2024 at 8:24 PM

Bensley Agrihood needs your support

Bensley Agrihood needs your support Join us this Sunday, June 23 Bensley Agrihood needs your support For three years, the Bensley Agrihood Planning Project (BAPP) cohort has been working to build Bensley Agrihood in North Chesterfiel…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
June 19, 2024 at 1:29 PM

Celebrate 20 Years this Juneteenth

Celebrate 20 Years this Juneteenth Celebrate by making an impact in your community Celebrate 20 Years this Juneteenth Today, we celebrate and build upon the significant equity work that has paved the way for progress…
  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
June 11, 2024 at 5:14 PM

Cheers to 20 Years of Girl Power 💪!

Cheers to 20 Years of Girl Power 💪! Can you believe Camp Diva has already reached two decades!? View this email in your browser 20 Years of Camp Diva Leadership Academy For over two decades GFAC has been providing a safe and brave space …
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
May 17, 2024 at 10:15 PM

Make an impact, in celebration of 20 years

Make an impact, in celebration of 20 years Help GFAC celebrate this major milestone Celebrate 20 years of Black girls being seen, heard, and celebrated   Camp Diva Leadership Academy is marking its 20th anniversary this summer!  Gi…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
April 23, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Hire a girl this Summer

Hire a girl this Summer Join us as a Girl Ambassador Hiring Partner View this email in your browser Calling all professionals! Are you passionate about empowering young women to become leaders in the community? Do you believ…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
April 12, 2024 at 12:14 PM

Career Engagement Day

Career Engagement Day Join us and expand your career options View this email in your browser Jumpstart Your Career Join us at Beulah Recreation Center on Monday, April 15th to connect with employers from Starbucks, Brightpoi…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
March 13, 2024 at 2:44 PM

Support Girls For A Change this Women's History Month

Support Girls For A Change this Women's History Month Upcoming events and volunteer opportunities View this email in your browser Sip, rock, and support Triple Crossing is celebrating Women's History Month with a music and f…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
February 22, 2024 at 9:20 PM

Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month Bridge the digital divide Help us Bridge the Digital Divide Internet access and technology are fundamental for success in education and professional career paths. Access to those things, however, disprop…
  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
February 16, 2024 at 1:54 PM

Volunteers Needed this weekend!

Volunteers Needed this weekend! Saturday, February 17 and Sunday, February 18 View this email in your browser Volunteer Opportunities with Bensley Agrihood Bensley Agrihood, a project we are a partner on, is looking for volunteers to supp…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
February 13, 2024 at 2:44 PM

Celebrate Black History Month

Celebrate Black History Month Become a GFAC Sustainer See Your Impact this Black History Month It's Black History Month, and we invite our community to join us in celebrating the voices, dreams, and achievements of Black girls by bec…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
February 9, 2024 at 4:44 PM

Our VMFA Girl Action Team starts February 14

Our VMFA Girl Action Team starts February 14 Join us on Tuesday, February 14 to learn more View this email in your browser The VMFA Girl Action Team is back! This time, we're exploring the world of the Japanese Samurai to le…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
February 3, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Are You Coming? RSVP to Career Day @ Starbucks!

Are You Coming? RSVP to Career Day @ Starbucks! Learn more about our Girl Ambassador Program View this email in your browser Upcoming Engagement Event at Starbucks We're hosting a family-centered event at Starbucks on Hull S…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
January 31, 2024 at 7:04 PM

Girl Ambassador Engagement Day @ Starbucks!

Girl Ambassador Engagement Day @ Starbucks! Learn more about our Girl Ambassador Program View this email in your browser Upcoming Engagement Event at Starbucks We're hosting a family-centered event at Starbucks on Hull Stree…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
January 25, 2024 at 8:24 PM

DAUGHTERS online screening starts today!

DAUGHTERS online screening starts today! Every ticket sold counts as a vote Thank you for your support in getting us to Sundance for the premiere of Daughters! The documentary premiered on Monday to a SOLD OUT crowd! The energy in th…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
December 26, 2023 at 6:15 PM

Happy Kwanzaa!

Happy Kwanzaa! Wishing you a bright and meaningful Kwanzaa Kwanzaa is a time for families and communities to come together, honor their ancestors, and celebrate African culture. Each day - for seven days - we light a candle and refle…
  Sistah Na'Kera · [email protected]
December 15, 2023 at 5:09 PM

Help us celebrate Sistah Angela's Birthday

Help us celebrate Sistah Angela's Birthday Join us in honoring her today Today is Sistah Angela's Birthday! Want to honor her on her special day? Make a donation in her name to the Sundance Travel Fund. In case you missed it, "Daught…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
December 8, 2023 at 8:28 PM

Peer Advisor Restore Cohort Info Session

Peer Advisor Restore Cohort Info Session Last chance to learn more Don't miss our info session! Saturday, December 9 at 10 AM The Peer Advisor Restore cohort, a joint venture between Girls For A Change (GFAC) and Bar…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
November 30, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Join the GFAC Sustainability Club

Join the GFAC Sustainability Club Help us sustain in 2024 Join the Sustainability Club Why does Girls For A Change (GFAC) Board Member Jennifer Williamson donate monthly? Because Black girls matter and they need our support.  …
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
November 27, 2023 at 3:35 PM

Register for these upcoming programs

Register for these upcoming programs Pursue a passion, learn a new skill, and expand your network What you do after school matters Our Fall programs are about to kick off! Spend time outside of school embarking on ne…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
November 15, 2023 at 9:15 PM

Sustain the foundation we are building on

Sustain the foundation we are building on Become a GFAC Sustainer Help us build sustainability Girls For A Change (GFAC) is making history. Next year, our building will be knocked down and built back up as a bigger, better facility f…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
October 27, 2023 at 8:10 PM

Fall Open Houses

Fall Open Houses Come learn more about our programs Fall Program Open Houses Our Fall programs are about to kick off, and we're hosting our last Open Houses next week! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to experience what we have to offer. Co…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
October 23, 2023 at 2:31 PM

GFAC Annual Welcoming Event

GFAC Annual Welcoming Event Honoring Akoben to Raise the Roof It's time for our Annual Girls For A Change Community Gathering! This annual event is a cherished occasion to reflect on our accomplishments, chart our future direction, …
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
October 18, 2023 at 10:53 PM

Lights On Afterschool Celebration: Meadowbrook High School

Lights On Afterschool Celebration: Meadowbrook High School Tuesday, October 24 View this email in your browser Celebration and Mural Painting at Meadowbrook High School We're excited to partner with Hamilton Glass for the 24…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
October 4, 2023 at 7:44 PM

It's almost time to rally! Who's with us??

It's almost time to rally! Who's with us?? Join us Friday, October 6 View this email in your browser 2023 Black Girl Rally: Friday, October 6 Calling all Black girls, Black girl champions, girl-centered programs, and creativ…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
September 26, 2023 at 3:05 PM

📣 Calling all Black Girls! Let's Rally

📣 Calling all Black Girls! Let's Rally Join us Friday, October 6 View this email in your browser 2023 Black Girl Rally: Friday, October 6 Calling all Black girls, Black girl champions, girl-centered programs, and creative in…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
September 22, 2023 at 1:48 PM

Join us at the Black Girl Rally

Join us at the Black Girl Rally Friday, October 6 View this email in your browser 2023 Black Girl Rally: Friday, October 6 Calling all Black girls, Black girl champions, girl-centered programs, and creative industry leaders!…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
August 25, 2023 at 12:38 PM

You're Invited!

You're Invited! Another great way to celebrate Black August Help us Raise the Roof You know that library we've been fundraising for this month? Well, it's just one room in the $5.5M facility we're going to build! You can help us buil…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
August 21, 2023 at 3:02 PM

The fight to keep our stories in schools and libraries continues

The fight to keep our stories in schools and libraries continues Support the GFAC Library Right now, in Hanover County, the racist campaign of banning our stories and narratives rages on as they start the "review process" in order to…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
August 8, 2023 at 2:05 PM

No More Banned Books

No More Banned Books Support the GFAC Library Celebrate Black August When Amanda Gorman took the podium to read her powerful poem during the 2021 Presidential Inauguration, we were inspired. When they pulled her book from a public sc…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
July 27, 2023 at 1:08 PM

Celebrate Black Family Month

Celebrate Black Family Month Join us for these upcoming events View this email in your browser It's Black Family Month! July is Black Family Month and to celebrate, we invited Girls For A Change parents out to have fun with …
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
July 7, 2023 at 4:17 PM

Calling all Meadowbrook High School Girls of Color!

Calling all Meadowbrook High School Girls of Color! Learn more about our Meadowbrook Girl Ambassador Program View this email in your browser Calling Meadowbrook High School Girls! GET READY FOR WORK THROUGH THE GIRL AMBASSAD…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
July 3, 2023 at 5:50 PM

Affirming our Stance: Black Girls Will Not Be Left Behind

Affirming our Stance: Black Girls Will Not Be Left Behind Our solution to education and career gaps View this email in your browser Black girls will not be left behind Two things happened last week that should have outraged …
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
June 27, 2023 at 3:06 PM

Last Call! Make Your Gift

Last Call! Make Your Gift A Few Days Left, Make Your Gift Count View this email in your browser A Few Days Left, Make Your Gift Count Continue to work in solidarity for racial justice, equality, and equity by making your ann…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
June 14, 2023 at 1:29 PM

Reminder: Support GFAC at Hardywood’s Juneteenth Celebration

Reminder: Support GFAC at Hardywood’s Juneteenth Celebration Saturday, June 17, 2023 View this email in your browser Celebrate Juneteenth with Girls For A Change Saturday, June 17 GFAC has been chosen as one of the two local…
  Girls For A Change · [email protected]
June 6, 2023 at 8:20 PM

Uplift Black Girls This Juneteenth

Uplift Black Girls This Juneteenth Support Girls For A Change View this email in your browser At Girls For A Change (GFAC), every day is a celebration of our freedom and a joyful recognition of the perseverance and spirit of Black people…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
April 27, 2023 at 5:48 PM

RVA Fashion Week: That's a Wrap

RVA Fashion Week: That's a Wrap GFAC's week in fashion View this email in your browser RVA Fashion Week Recap We had TWO Girl Action Team organized events during RVA Fashion Week! We want to thank our amazing supporters who…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
April 14, 2023 at 6:44 PM

Fashion Community Takes Steps to Join Girls For A Change - Join us

Fashion Community Takes Steps to Join Girls For A Change - Join us Join us Tuesday, April 18 for fun and fashion View this email in your browser Show up and Support Young Changemakers Are you ready for a night of fun, fashi…
  Sistah Na'Kera · [email protected]
April 11, 2023 at 8:36 PM

We need volunteers!

We need volunteers! Lots of opportunities to pitch in and join our movement View this email in your browser Celebrate National Volunteer Month Girls For A Change programs are in full swing and we have lots of needs for volun…
  Sistah Angela · [email protected]
March 27, 2023 at 7:55 PM

Sip and Support Girls For A Change

Sip and Support Girls For A Change Celebrate Women's History Month at Penny's Wine Shop View this email in your browser Last chance to stop by Penny's Wine Shop to support Girls For A Change! Penny's Wine Sh…