Who We Are

Girls For A Change (GFAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization aimed at empowering self-identifying Black girls in Central Virginia to visualize their bright futures and potential through discovery, development, innovation, and social change in their communities. Our mission is to prepare Black girls for the world and the world for Black girls.

"We are Black girls. We are powerful.
We are amazing."

-Naomi Vickers

Girl Ambassador Participant

2022 Annual Report

The Girl Ambassador Program Celebrates 5 Years of Success

After five years of offering professional skills development to young women of color through the Girl Ambassador Program, we have a lot to celebrate. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, GFAC has stayed the course, adding remote learning and work opportunities so that participants don’t miss out on critical skills training and work readiness experiences.  “The program’s…

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Sip and Support Black Girls at Penny’s Wine Shop

It’s amazing what can be accomplished when women come together to support each other. Penny’s Wine Shop in Richmond’s Jackson Ward is calling on the community to join them in supporting Girls For A Change this Women’s History Month. Wine lovers can stop by Penny’s and try a glass (or two or three) of Aslina…

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Donate Your Birthday in 2023

Support the Renovation and Buildout of our Reception Area There’s power in community, and we’re asking supporters to tap their communities in an easy way this year, by choosing Girls For A Change as their Facebook Birthday fundraiser. Hosting a Facebook fundraiser is a great way for friends and family to honor you without the…

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Get Involved in 2023

We have lots of opportunities to get involved, share your skills, be a mentor, and offer inspiration and advice to young, Black girls. Fashionistas and Creatives We are looking to collaborate with local fashion designers, artists, entrepreneurs, and other creatives as well as agents of social change to work with the Girls For A Change…

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