For Her

We are thrilled to welcome Bethany Anderson as our new Executive Assistant at For Her! 🎉 Bethany brings a wealth of expertise and passion to our team. With a Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Florida State University and a special focus on Social Work, she is deeply committed to community empowerment and crime victim advocacy. Her dedication to fostering collaboration and delivering impactful solutions perfectly aligns with For Her’s mission of building supportive networks for women. When she’s not making a difference in the community, you can find Bethany traveling, enjoying a concert, or relaxing with an iced coffee in hand and her dog Benny by her side. 🐾 Join us in giving Bethany a warm welcome to the For Her family! 💜

✨Save the Date for a dreamy evening: The 7th Annual For Her Future Gala: Desert Dreams benefiting For Her.✨ Join us at the Witte Museum Dawson Family Hall on Friday, March 28th, 2025, for a night filled with live music, a festival-inspired menu, and stories from women impacted by For Her. All proceeds from the gala will go towards increasing women’s access to mental health resources, financial stability, and a nurturing community. To explore sponsorship opportunities, please visit iamforher.org.

Thank you CREW San Antonio for your continuous support of For Her! Thank you for having me at the CREW Holiday Awards Luncheon today. We are grateful for your partnership and the work you do in our community to advance women in commercial real estate through business networking, leadership development, career outreach, and industry research.

Our CEO, Kayla Carter, was honored to share a snippet of her story as it relates to the benefits cliff, which became the catalyst for founding For Her. Thank you, H. E. Butt Foundation for highlighting this important topic in this quarter's issue of Echoes Magazine, which impacts so many in our beloved city, including those we serve. "You engage issues differently when you’ve experienced them first-hand,” Kayla shared. “Your capacity to create unique solutions is great. You find the possible when others say it’s impossible.”

🌟 For Her Community Leader December Spotlight🌟 This month, we celebrate Sarah, whose dedication and heart have made a lasting impact on our community. Her passion for empowering women and creating meaningful connections inspires us all. 💖 Here's what Sarah has to say about her journey with For Her: "I was drawn to ForHer because I was searching for connection. It has provided a wonderful and empowering community to me. I truly appreciate the connection, personal growth, and the opportunity to uplift and lead other women in the community. Through participating in various events, I’ve gained valuable insights about myself and my community. ForHer is the perfect place to fulfill my passion for fostering an inclusive environment and making a difference in lives of women. " We are so grateful for you Sarah Lopez ✨ Thank you for all that you do!

We’re Hiring! 🌟 Join the For Her team and help make a difference in the lives of women in our community. We’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to fill the following roles: ✨ Counselor & Program Facilitator ✨ Childcare Worker ✨ Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor If you’re ready to empower women and contribute to our mission, apply today at https://lnkd.in/dh8p-Kc. #Hiring

As 2024 comes to a close and we reflect on the last couple of months, we’re filled with gratitude for everyone who has contributed to making an impact. 💗 ✨ A special thank you to the facilitators of the Turn Your Inner Power Into a Paycheck Workshop, Rose Ávila Hon. Lucy Adame-Clark, Bexar County Clerk's Office, Marylou Castillo, and Silvia Alcaraz, for leading an inspiring session on career growth—your expertise made a lasting impact! ✨ We're also grateful to the The University of Texas at San Antonio IGNITE group for hosting a hygiene item donation drive and to the San Antonio Aerie Foundation for organizing a Packing Party and assembling 200 thoughtful gift packages for our community. ✨ Finally, thank you to our Women’s Health Her Table facilitators from UT Health San Antonio for providing vital health insights and free screenings, empowering women to prioritize their wellness. Thank you for your time, passion, and dedication. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected future. Here's to the difference we’ve made in 2024 and the impact we’ll create in 2025! 🙌

📢 Join Our Team! 🌟For Her is hiring a Fiscal Analyst to empower our mission of building equity for women through financial insight and strategic planning. If you have a background in nonprofit finance, expertise in grant management, and a passion for supporting women’s empowerment, this part-time contractor role may be the perfect fit for you! As our Fiscal Analyst, you’ll work closely with our CEO to ensure the financial health of For Her. Your role will involve everything from financial reporting and budgeting to grant compliance. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, collaborative, and have strong experience in nonprofit financial management. Apply now at Iamforher.org to make a difference in our community and help drive positive change for women! 

CREWtee-nin 2024 was a success! Thank you, CREW, for being #forher!

As Hispanic Heritage month comes to an end we’d like to remind our Latinas that everyday is a reason to celebrate you ✨ Did you know: -60% of For Her’s Community members are Hispanic? -Latinas have the third highest labor force participation rate among women in Texas at 58% -Latinas in Texas have been critical in the fight for civil rights, women’s suffrage, and economic and racial justice. Women such as Jovita Idár, Emma Tenayuca, and Irma Rangel fought against social injustice and discrimination to improve outcomes and opportunities for Mexican-Americans and other marginalized communities. Arriba las mujeres!💪 #HispanicHeritageMonth #WomenEmpoweringWomen #StrongerTogether