Recognized for More Than 20 Years of Helping Plymouth Families
For more than 20 years, Womanade at The Pinehills has quietly helped Plymouth Public School families facing financial hardship, providing support when it is needed most. To date, the organization has provided more than $379,000 in assistance to over 500 local families and students, often without ever knowing the names of the people receiving help.
Their mission has never been about recognition, but this year, at an aviation-themed gala event at Plymouth Airport, that extraordinary work was honored with the Plymouth Education Foundation's Visionary Award.
Only the second of its kind presented by the Foundation, the award honors organizations making a meaningful difference in the lives of Plymouth students and families. For the volunteers of Womanade, the recognition was both exciting and humbling.
"All of us at Womanade were very pleased to receive the award," said incoming Womanade Board Chair Audrey Loria. "Our work is typically done behind the scenes, so this recognition was especially meaningful."
Founded by Pinehills residents as a grassroots effort, Womanade has grown into a volunteer-led organization of more than 400 members. Through educational programs, community events, grants, and donations, the organization works closely with Plymouth school staff to ensure support reaches those who need it most.
The recognition from the Plymouth Education Foundation carries special significance. Not only is the Foundation highly respected throughout the region, but many Womanade board members spent their professional lives as educators themselves.
Today, Womanade at The Pinehills continues to operate entirely through volunteers, with no paid staff. Every presentation, fundraiser, donation, and act of support reflects the commitment of Pinehills residents who believe in helping their neighbors and strengthening the broader Plymouth community.
Congratulations to everyone involved with Womanade on this well-deserved honor.
Want to learn more about Womanade and the impact they continue to make? Read last summer's Plymouth Independent profile of the organization and the support they provide for Plymouth Public School families.
