Ellen H. Yankellow
2009-10 President
network 2000, inc
founded in 1993 with the mission to promote the advancement of women in professional and executive positions.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Courtney Dunevant
410-654-0000
Courtney@bonnieheneson.com
NETWORK 2000 AWARDS GRANTS TO THE CAROLINE CENTER AND GIRL’S EMPOWERMENT MISSION
Baltimore— Network 2000, a Maryland organization promoting the advancement of women in business, awarded grants to two local programs last month during its annual Women of Excellence luncheon. The Caroline Center and Girl’s Empowerment Mission (GEM) are this year’s grant recipients because the work of these programs reflects the mission of Network 2000 to support women in or entering the workforce.
Founded in 1996 by the School Sisters of Notre Dame, The Caroline Center seeks to assist unemployed and underemployed women to acquire the discipline, knowledge and necessary skills to find work in a career with potential for growth and advancement, thus creating a future full of hope for themselves and their families. The Caroline Center strives to fulfill this mission throughout the larger metropolitan area.
GEM is a program empowering young women who attend Chesapeake High School, by providing opportunities and growth experiences, ultimately enabling them to become independent, self-sufficient and confident young women.
Network 2000 accepts grant requests throughout the year. Grants are awarded to 501(c)3 organizations for their programs that support women entering or advancing in the workforce. For more information about Network 2000 grant opportunities, visit www.network2000md.org.
###Network 2000 is a statewide not-for-profit organization in Maryland composed of professional women and men. The organization initiates, supports and engages in activities to prepare and promote women to achieve their full professional potential. Network 2000 seeks to place women on corporate and not-for-profit boards and educates the public on the benefits of having women in decision-making positions. Members serve as role models and mentor to women seeking to advance their career.