About
Through potlucks and other efforts, South SLO County Womenade (SSLOCW) raises critical funds for food, clothing, utilities, transportation, medical and dental, rent, and school supplies. We cover the following areas: Arroyo Grande (including Huasna Valley), Grover Beach, Nipomo, Oceano, and Pismo Beach (including Shell Beach).
South SLO County Womenade is an all volunteer nonprofit dedicated to helping neighbors through times of unexpected hardship. The mission of South San Luis Obispo County Womenade is to provide immediate, urgent financial assistance to individuals and families in South SLO County. By partnering with local social service agencies and bringing our community together through volunteer opportunities and fundraising events, we provide assistance where it's needed most.
More than a nonprofit, South SLO County Womenade is a community. Whether you're volunteering at one of our many community programs, attending a fundraising potluck or providing much needed funds, every act of kindness helps strengthen our community.
Our Board
Our volunteer board is passionate about building community and serving our neighbors.
"Thank you to Rosemary Cleaves and our board for their time and dedication, and to all the women who support our community by donating their time and money to such a worthy cause.
What I love most about South SLO County Womenade is that we are helping people of all ages right here in our 5 Cities area. We don’t have to travel far to see the need in our own community. I have met so many wonderful women since I retired and started volunteering with my neighbors and friends, and we have fun working together and developing camaraderie."
- Andrea Chavez
Meet Our Board of Directors
President
Ann McDowell
Retired Epidemiologist
Treasurer
Susan McCutcheon
Retail Manager
Director
Rosemary Cleaves
Retired Consultant and Executive
Secretary
Kristin Bertsch Heenan
Director
Marcella Gelman
More About Womenade
🌿 Part of a Countywide Network
South SLO County Womenade is one of several Womenade organizations serving communities throughout San Luis Obispo County. We are proud to be part of a network of neighbors helping neighbors.
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🤝 Our Commitment
Please take a moment to review our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement.
📊 Annual Impact
See how your support is making a difference in our community.
ℹ️ Nonprofit Information
South SLO County Womenade is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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EIN: 27-0809744 "San Luis Obispo County Womenade dba South SLO County Womenade"
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Our Board of Directors serves on a volunteer basis.
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We have no paid staff. Every dollar donated supports our mission and programs.