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Below you'll find the most commonly asked questions about our programs, ways your business can support, and how you can volunteer.

General FAQs

Is She's the First a registered 501(C)(3)?
Yes. STF is a 501(c)(3) certified organization with EIN 65-1321437.

If my employer will match my donation, can that be applied to the country of my choice?
High five for doubling your impact! We deposit your employer's match of your donations to our larger fund. Given the volume of employer matching gifts we receive, as of April 2018, we are no longer able to restrict these funds to a specific country. We can guarantee 100% of it will go toward She’s the First programming for girls.

What if I raised money via a crowdfunding platform, like Facebook or GiveLively?
Great work using that social media prowess for girls! Shoot us an email at kayla@shesthefirst.org with your name, contact info, the amount you raised, and your Facebook fundraiser link. Then, you’ll receive an illustration of your impact to share with your community!

How can I learn more about my donation?
Once you’ve donated on our website, you will receive an email from us within 8-12 weeks of your gift date. You’ll hear from girls’ voices directly on the issues and topics that matter most to them, as a representation of your investment and the larger community of girls we serve. Additional information, such as frequency of communication and what to expect moving forward, will be included in this initial correspondence.

How can I donate to She's the First if I live outside of the United States?
You can donate here. The website can only support amounts converted into U.S. dollars. Please use a currency converter tool at the time of your donation to ensure that you are donating the correct amount. 

What countries does She’s the First work in?
Over the past 14 years, we've created transformational outcomes for girls in 42 countries, and we accomplish that work through a variety of strategies. Our most intensive partnerships are with 27 women-led, grassroots organizations in 12 countries (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Peru, The Gambia, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, India, and Nepal). We also provide professional development training and resources to women who work for girl-centered community-based organizations across the Global South. Grassroots leaders request us to address topics from designing responsive SRHR programs with and for girls to best practices for feminist mentorship to hosting ethical focus groups with girls. Finally, we train girls everywhere as activists, teaching them how to speak up for themselves in their homes, schools, and communities.

How can I get support from She’s the First?
We support girls through our partnerships with community-based organizations. See below.

How does STF choose partner programs?
Through a rigorous process! When we are looking to expand, we put out a call for partner applications in countries of interest. She’s the First will have a preliminary conversation with a potential NGO partner, and if our values and shared needs align, an extensive written application will be completed, followed by a series of interviews over Skype or phone. Potential partners also submit financials as well as references, and our team will often do a site visit before officially adding them to the network. All of our partner programs share our goal of centering girls’ rights and voices in our work.

How can I apply to be part of the STF network of partners?
She’s the First is not currently accepting new applications for funding partners. Applications to join the next cohort of the Partner Coalition will open when our funding and capacity allow. Preference is given to organizations that have completed Essential Certification in our Girls First Institute, a skills-building, outcomes-improving professional development program for women who uplift girls in their communities, led by and for women from the Global South. Join now to start your pathway to certification and improve outcomes for girls in your community!

Company Support

Does She’s the First partner with companies?
Yes, we have contracted partnerships with companies aligned with our mission and values, who make a significant, multi-year financial contribution to our programs and general operations. We support these partnerships with high visibility and engagement.

How can I support She’s the First without a contracted partnership?
There are many companies that support She’s the First independently, such as donating proceeds from a product/service or employee fundraisers, often maximized through matching gift policies. We welcome you to use the tools and brand guidelines on our website to further your advocacy efforts. Donate as you would normally, through our website or by check, and you will be eligible for the same donor benefits shown here.

For more information about our corporate giving, visit here.

Getting Involved

How can I work for She’s the First?
We will list any open positions on our Careers page here.

How can I intern for She’s the First?
If you are eligible to receive college credit for your internship, take a look here. We offer our interns a modest stipend along with professional development opportunities.

How can I volunteer with She’s the First?
No matter where you are, you can take action by raising funds or awareness. Here are ideas to get you started, but feel free to create your own opportunity based on your personal interests and activities!

How can I get involved on campus?
You can join or start your own STF Chapter! Learn more here and join over 5,000 students fighting for a more gender-equal world.

How can I travel to She’s the First partner programs?
She’s the First does not facilitate travel opportunities for the general public.