Making A Difference
Who We Are & How We Make a Difference
What is VCWWC?
Volusia County Women Who Care (VCWWC) is an all-volunteer, women-led Giving Circle serving Volusia County, Florida.
Who can join?
While women lead our organization, membership is open to everyone—women and men who share a passion for making a difference in our community are welcome to join us.
Since 2017, our members have collectively granted over $700,000 to more than 40 local nonprofits, strengthening families, expanding access to care, and investing in community wellbeing.
What is a Giving Circle?
A giving circle is a group of individuals who come together to pool their resources and make a greater impact than they could alone.
At VCWWC, each member contributes $100 each quarter. Those individual donations are combined to create significant grants—often exceeding $30,000—directly supporting nonprofits serving our community.
It is the power of collective action—where every voice matters, every dollar counts, and together, we create meaningful and lasting change.
Volusia County Women Who Care is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 83-2327993) and is registered with the State of Florida.
How does VCWWC work?
Through our quarterly giving model:
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Members contribute $100 each quarter
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Members nominate and vote on local nonprofits
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One nonprofit is selected by the members and receives the collective contributions
100% of each member’s $100 donation goes directly to the selected nonprofit.
Are there other ways to support VCWWC?
Yes—through in-kind support, CPIF contributions, sponsorships, and the VCWWC Endowment.
What is the Mission of VCWWC?
Our Mission
The mission of VCWWC is to make a difference in the lives of individuals in Volusia County, Florida, by raising money through its members and community partners and directing their quarterly donations, and matching grants to a qualified 501(C)(3) selected by its members.
When and Where does VCWWC meet?
Location
Mori Hosseini College of Hospitality & Culinary Management, Daytona State College, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL.
Meeting Dates:
February 12, 2026
May 14, 2026
August 13, 2026
November 19, 2026 ( reception begins at 4:30 PM)
Dates for 2027: Feb. 11, May 13, Aug. 12, Nov. 11
Time
Registration at 5:00 PM | Meeting from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Meetings sponsored by Daytona Toyota and DeLand Kia.
Halifax Urban Ministries receives $37,852.52
When Words Are Not Enough—Action Matters
We are deeply grateful to each of our members for being part of this powerful circle of giving. Because of you, meaningful change is happening every day in the lives of individuals and families across our community.
Volusia County Women Who Care was honored to present Halifax Urban Ministries with a grant of $37,852.52. In addition, Community Partner Impact Fund grants of $1,250 each were awarded to Girls on the Run and Council on Aging of Volusia County.
Following the presentation, members had the opportunity to tour Hope Place and experience firsthand the impact of their collective giving. We walked through living spaces where families work toward independence, visited safe environments supporting victims of domestic violence, and saw housing dedicated to homeless veterans.
We also toured the kitchen and dining areas, the clothing closet, and the furniture warehouse—each playing a vital role in helping individuals and families rebuild their lives with dignity and support.
Experiences like this remind us that your $100—combined with the power of collective giving—creates real, lasting change for real people every single day.
Thank you for all that you do to make this possible.
There’s Still Time to Give
We will continue collecting contributions for Halifax Urban Ministries through the end of the first quarter. If you have not yet made your quarterly gift, there is still time to participate.
How do I make my quarterly contribution?
- Directly through Grapevine Or
- Mail a check payable to VCWWC and mail it to: VCWWC, PO Box 731994, Ormond Beach, FL 32173
Nominations Are Now Open
Nominations for the second quarter are now open. We invite you to visit www.VCWWC.org and submit a nonprofit organization for consideration.
Thank you for your continued generosity!
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