Welcome to the Women's Philanthropic Investment Group (WPIG) Blog.

9.30.2009

PIGTURE PERFECT

It’s less than a month away and the events committee has been hard at work planning our annual event - PIGTURE PERFECT!

Pigture Perfect is an art show / silent auction featuring over 40 local and nationally recognized artists. The event features a wide range of pieces – something for everyone!

Music by local DJ: Nate Fossness

Please join us at Sole Repair Shop, Thursday, October 22nd for this special event benefiting the Bill & Pat Bali Fund.

Doors open at 6:00. Enjoy our signature cocktail – the “Pigtini” while previewing the art, partake in our auction from 7:00 – 9:00 and then dance the night away until 11:00!

Advanced sale tickets may be purchased at Brown Paper Tickets for $25. Tickets purchased at the door will be $30.

We look forward to seeing you!


The Details. . .
When: Thursday, October 22nd from 6:00 – 11:00 pm
Where: Sole Repair Shop (the back room @ Quinn’s) - 1001 East Pike
Tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/78880

9.19.2009

Meet the Board & General Members

WPIG is comprised of a talented group of women. Their varying education and interests create a unique blend that fuels a passion for helping others. Here is a quick look at the Board and General Members.

Meet the Board!

Administrative Chair
Erin Olnon
Erin holds an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies and works as an Academic Counselor. She keeps our group organized and on-task with her charm and patient attitude.





Events Chair
Katie Patchin
Katie is a graduate of University of Washington and currently works in marketing and leasing. Katie’s enthusiasm combined with her superb organizational skills make her a natural to head up the Events Committee and spearhead our Annual Fundraising event.





Finance Chair
Meagan Yogi
Meagan earned her Masters in Theological Studies from Harvard University and is a Chaplin with Evergreen Hospital. With Meagan’s careful research she is able to provide the group our investment options and keep our finances in check.





Marketing Chair
Ashley Liese
Ashley earned her BA in Fine Arts from Western Washington University. Ashley taught preschool, paints and currently is a happy mom to Finnegan & Frances. Her artistic nature and creativity help to shape and inspire the Marketing committee.



Philanthropy Chair
Meghan Malone Farragher

Meghan has a BA in Speech & Media Communications from the University of Sand Diego and is also certified in American Humanics, a national nonprofit leadership certification. Meghan is a steering committee member for the Cascade Farmers Market and a Building Operations Coordinator. She founded WPIG in 2008 with her wishful idea of blending smart young women, education, investment and philanthropy.


Recruitment Chair
Alisha Eastman
Alisha is a graduate of Washington State University and is currently pursuing her Masters in Social Work degree with an emphasis working with mothers and infants. She also works as a Patient's Account Specialist. Alisha’s encouraging and friendly attitude have helped to bring together a varied and fun group of women.



Meet the General Members!


Alicia Stedman
Alicia graduated from Gonzaga University with her BA in economics and an MBA in finance. She currently works in real estate development. Alicia is a member of the finance committee.







Edna Merrick Maddalena
Edna is an Education Programs Coordinator. She completed her undergraduate studies at Western Washington University and earned a Masters of Arts degree in Arts and Humanities Education from New York University. Edna is a member of the marketing committee.










Kym Haley
Kym graduated from the University of Colorado with a B.S. in Civil Engineering and an M.S. in Construction Management. She currently works in real estate development. Kym is on the events committee.





Lori Chase
Lori is a graduate of Washington State University with a B.A. in Political Science/Public Administration. She works in real estate development. Lori is on the marketing committee.

9.09.2009

wpig: What is it and who are we?

You may ask – what’s with the funny name? “wee pig” as we call ourselves, stands for Women’s Philanthropic Investment Group.

Our inspiration? Create a fun way to learn about investing but with a twist of doing something greater than ourselves and helping out our community. So in January 2008 a small group of women in Seattle assembled to commence the journey.

Our philanthropic mission? To help women and children with their basic needs - whether it be emotional, developmental or physical and get them to a place of self sufficiency.

How do we do this? We work towards our goals through smart investment practices, donations, volunteering and our annual event.

Come back soon to learn more about our board & general members!