Happy International Women's Day! Did you know that women have been shaping American philanthropy since colonial times? From trailblazers like Madam C.J. Walker to modern visionaries like MacKenzie Scott, Melinda French Gates and Oprah Winfrey, women have led the way in redefining giving—championing collaboration, community impact, and lasting change. Today, women control significant wealth and play a pivotal role in philanthropy, often focusing on education, health, and gender equity—causes that uplift communities and benefit society as a whole. This #WomenHistoryMonth and #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the growing influence of women in #philanthropy—past, present, and future. Their leadership continues to inspire meaningful change, and we are honored to support their impact. Learn more in this article written by Director of Strategic Communications Caroline Huston: blankfoundation.org/from-madam-c-j-walker-to-mackenzie-scott-women-in-philanthropy