VORTEX OWF 2026

VORTEX has a giving circle through the Ojai Women’s Fund, and it’s renewal time.

OWF membership runs on a calendar year. If you’re part of our group and haven’t yet renewed for 2026, now’s the time. Renewal is through OWF directly:

Renew your group membership

Our Group:

Julia Weissman
Christine Beirne
Grace Malloy
Marcy Toscher
Kelli Stam
Kim Brown
Sami Zahringer
Pamela Grau
Heidi Volpe ?
Maddie Doss ?

BOLD = all paid-up for 2026 according to OWF records

Membership tiers

All levels are equally valued. Many members choose to give above the minimum to expand what we can collectively grant.

Minimum — $100/year ($8.33/month)

Meet the Moment — $150/year ($12.50/month)

Double Your Impact — $200/year ($16.67/month)

Groups that contribute $2,000 or more receive two voting shares,
which increases both our impact and our voice in the grantmaking process.

Upcoming events

New Member Welcome
Thursday, April 23 | 4:00–6:00 PM

Joann Yabrof’s home, 775 Serenidad Pl, Oak View (park on the street)
The New Member Welcome is a chance to meet the OWF Steering Committee, learn how the grantmaking process works,
and find out how to get more involved as a volunteer.

IMPORTANT: Membership Drive closes
June 30, 2026

Mix & Mingles
May 14 and June 18, 2026
Mix & Mingles are casual drop-in events open to all women, members, and curious newcomers alike,
usually held at interesting spots around the Valley.
A low-key way to meet the group and learn more about what OWF does.

Ballot Presentations
September 3, 2026
Ballot Presentations are one of the highlights of the OWF year,
where the nonprofits make their case to the membership.
It’s genuinely exciting to watch, and you must RSVP as it’s very popular.

IMPORTANT: Voting Period
September 4–25, 2026
This year, I’m picking three dates, and we will vote on which one we meet.
This will happen as soon as our membership is settled.

IMPORTANT: Grants Awardee Celebration
November 5, 2026
OWF definitely appreciates attendance at this event.

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