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Our Community We are a true sisterhood representing collective values and interests. We serve both the IWF member community and the external community where we live and work, with a shared goal of giving back, including advancing the next generation of young women leaders. View our 2024 Annual Report & our Who We Are Brochure.
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Recent Events East Bay Supper Club January 29, The IWF NorCal East Bay Supper Club enjoyed a delicious meal and wonderful conversation at Melo’s Italian Table in Walnut Creek.
January 28, IWF NorCal members Denise Brosseau, Juli Betwee, Kim Box, and Maria Pienaar held an engaging discussion to share how they use AI in their personal and professional lives, including the latest AI tools and apps that they are using to make their lives easier. Members may watch the recording here.
Peninsula Supper Club January 26, IWF NorCal members enjoyed a delightful evening of insightful conversations, delicious food and fun at the Peninsula Supper Club! Dinner was held at the Central Park Bistro in San Mateo. Signature Event: 2026 Annual Meeting
January 20, IWF NorCal's annual business meeting was held over Zoom and included the transition of the presidency from Heather Pelant to Diane Knoll. We also celebrated outgoing and incoming board members and heard from each of our committees on the year ahead. We are excited for another incredible year with the IWF community. Members may watch the recording here.
East Bay Book Club January 6, An intimate gathering of the East Bay Book Club at the lovely home of IWF NorCal member Lisbeth McNabb. A fabulous way to start the new year.
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Community Engagement Opportunities Meet the members of our Community Committee. The 2025 Holiday Gift Drive was held through December 31st. Thank you to all who helped us support this year's selected community partner La Casa de Las Madres. Read more. | Who We Are
IWF NorCal now has a two-page flyer summarizing "who we are." A PDF version is available to view and download here. PROGRAMS see all > Exclusive access; shared experiences; Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate? Peninsula Book Club Let's Talk About Women's Wellness! Celebrate Lunar New Year with Mahjong! Bouquets to Art @ the de Young Museum East Bay Book Club IWF Western Region Cocktail Cafe Walk & Talk: San Francisco Presidio San Francisco Book Club Marin/North Bay Book Club Member Orientation IWF Higher Ed Special Interest Group Videos from past webinars available here. RESOURCES > Stay informed President's 2026 New Year Message...and other messages from the President are available here. Who We Are Brochure New! |
November 2025, We are deeply saddened by the passing of a pioneer member of IWF Northern California, Eva Auchincloss. Eva was instrumental in expanding athletic opportunities for women and girls in the 70s. She created the Women's Sports Foundation and advocated for the implementation of Title IX legislation. She will be missed. Read 
Congratulations to IWF NorCal members Barbara Adachi, April Miller Boise, and Carrie Schwab-Pomerantz for being named a 2025 Most Influential Women Corporate Board Director! The honor recognizes exceptional executives shaping strategy and driving innovation at the world’s leading companies. 
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