Donor Recognition
Thank You to Our 2026 Donors
DirectWomen is deeply grateful to the individuals whose generosity makes our work possible. The donors recognized on this page have made a personal investment in increasing the representation of women on corporate boards — a commitment that strengthens not only our organization, but the future of diverse leadership in business.
We are proud to honor our 2026 donors by contribution level. Their belief in our mission is what drives us forward.
Contributed $10,000+
These exceptional individuals have made a transformative commitment to DirectWomen’s mission. Their leadership-level generosity directly funds the programs that are changing the corporate boardrooms.
Megan M. Belcher
Maria C. Green
Jenny Hochenberg
Contributed $5,000 – $9,999
These generous donors have made a significant investment in DirectWomen’s mission. Their support sustains and expands the reach of DirectWomen’s programs.
Lily Yan Hughes
Thomas J. Kim
Susan S. Lanigan
Vanessa Sutherland
Contributed $1,000 – $4,999
These dedicated supporters demonstrate a meaningful personal commitment to gender diversity in corporate boardrooms. We are grateful for their investment in DirectWomen’s work.
Kimberly Y. Chainey
Cynthia J. Cole
Michele L. Connell
Lance Drummond
Veronica Foley
Peggy A. Heeg
Eve N. Howard
Simone Wu
Kim Yapchai
Contributed up to $999
These donors have joined a community of individuals who believe that women lawyers belong in the boardroom. Every contribution helps us reach more women and open more boardroom doors.
Lora Blum
Yen D. Chu
Michele Colucci
Mary Cranston
Julie Gruber
Gail Lione
Karen Silverman
Mary Smith
Make a Difference
The donors recognized on this page have done more than contribute — they have invested in a future where women lawyers lead at the highest levels of American business. If their commitment inspires you, we invite you to join them.
Direct Women is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit under EIN 83-3461885.