Our Impact | From Forgotten to Fearless

2026 Community Impact & Organizational Milestones

Every Woman Deserves to Be Seen.

At Forgotten Daughters, Inc., we believe impact is measured by more than numbers. It is reflected in the women who receive essential care items during difficult times, the adults who receive encouragement while pursuing education, and the young girls who discover the confidence to use their voices.

Since our founding in October 2025, we have worked to build a community-centered organization focused on meeting immediate needs, expanding opportunities, and creating meaningful connections throughout Milwaukee.

As a growing, volunteer-driven nonprofit, we are proud of the progress made in our first year and remain committed to transparency, accountability, and measurable results.

2026 Impact at a Glance

Women & Girls Supported

Through our Essential Care Kit distribution, dozens of women and girls received personal care and hygiene essentials to date

24+ Community Members Assisted

Through the United Way Techquity WI Laptop Access Program, more than two dozen community members received assistance accessing laptops and digital resources in March 2026.

16 Girls Enrolled in Summer Literacy Programming

Our inaugural From Forgotten to Fearless Summer Girls Book Club welcomed 16 registered participants, with 14 girls attending the opening session.

Approximately 24 Smoke Alarms Installed

Through volunteer participation in the American Red Cross Sound the Alarm campaign in May 2026, we contributed to neighborhood safety efforts in Milwaukee.

These figures represent documented program activities and selected milestones, not a comprehensive count of all individuals served during 2026. Some individuals may have participated in more than one activity.

Meeting Immediate Needs With Dignity

Essential Care Kits & Community Support

Access to hygiene products and other personal care necessities should never be considered a luxury.

Through our Essential Care Kit Initiative, Forgotten Daughters provides essential hygiene and personal care items to women and girls facing financial hardship, instability, or other barriers.

Our activities in 2026 have included:

• Distribution of Essential Care Kits to women and girls.

• Community Pantry Table activities connecting residents with essential resources.

• Community outreach and acts of kindness.

• Continued efforts to strengthen access to donated hygiene and personal care products.

In February 2026 alone, 21 women and girls received Essential Care Kits that included hygiene essentials and journals for personal reflection.

As community interest and requests for assistance grow, we remain focused on providing consistent, dignity-centered support within our available resources.

Our Impact: Helping women and girls access essential items while reinforcing that they deserve compassion, respect, and support.

Empowering Girls Through Literacy & Leadership

From Forgotten to Fearless Girls Book Club

In June 2026, Forgotten Daughters launched its inaugural summer Girls Book Club for girls ages 10–14.

The program was designed to encourage literacy, confidence, leadership, and positive connections through reading, discussion, creative activities, and engagement with inspiring women.

Summer 2026 Highlights

• 16 girls registered for the inaugural summer session.

• 14 girls attended the opening session.

• Participants explored the book Okoye to the People.

• Guest speakers shared professional experiences and personal insights.

• Girls participated in conversations about confidence, identity, courage, and community.

The program created opportunities for girls to explore their interests, express themselves, and connect with positive role models.

Our Fall 2026 Girls Book Club begins October 31, featuring Just Right Jillian and additional opportunities for mentorship, literacy, and leadership development.

Returning summer participants have also been invited to serve as Book Club Leaders, encouraging continued engagement and peer leadership.

Our Impact: Creating supportive spaces where young girls are encouraged to read, lead, speak up, and recognize their potential.

Supporting Educational Advancement

GED Support Program

Educational advancement can create new opportunities for employment, financial independence, and personal growth.

In September 2026, Forgotten Daughters launched its GED Support Program to assist eligible adult learners working toward earning their high school equivalency credentials.

The program is designed to help reduce barriers through:

• GED Ready practice testing and study resources.

• Assistance with eligible GED examination fees.

• Transportation support when available.

• Coordination of volunteer tutoring support.

• Goal setting, encouragement, and accountability.

Participants must enroll in an approved GED preparation program. Forgotten Daughters provides supplemental support and does not operate as a GED instructional institution.

With funding support from organizations including ProLiteracy, Associated Bank, and Summit Credit Union, we are building an educational support pathway for adults committed to completing their GED.

Our Impact: Establishing a support system designed to reduce educational barriers and help adult learners move toward their goals.

Participant completion rates and examination outcomes will be reported as verified data becomes available.

Expanding Digital Access

Technology as a Pathway to Opportunity

In March 2026, Forgotten Daughters partnered with United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County through its Techquity WI Laptop Access Program.

Through this collaboration, more than two dozen community members received assistance accessing laptops and digital resources.

Technology access plays an important role in education, employment searches, communication, and access to essential services.

Our Impact: Helping community members overcome technology access barriers and connect with tools that support education, employment, and daily life.

Building Connections & Strengthening Community

Throughout 2026, Forgotten Daughters participated in community activities that strengthened relationships and expanded awareness of available resources.

Community Engagement Highlights

March 2026 — Community Connection Circle

We brought together community members, emerging nonprofit leaders, and grassroots organizations to encourage collaboration, resource sharing, and meaningful connections.

May 2026 — American Red Cross Sound the Alarm

Our volunteers participated in community safety efforts, contributing to the installation of approximately 24 smoke alarms in Milwaukee homes.

June 2026 — Milwaukee Juneteenth Celebration

Our team engaged with residents, families, and community leaders, sharing information about our mission, available resources, and opportunities to get involved.

Summer 2026 — Community Outreach

We continued connecting with residents through essential care initiatives, community activities, and partnerships focused on meeting immediate needs.

Our Impact: Building relationships that create opportunities for collaboration, resource access, and stronger community support.

Building a Foundation for Responsible Growth

Beyond direct community service, 2026 has been a year of organizational development.

Organizational Milestones

• Received federal recognition as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

• Completed Wisconsin charitable solicitation registration.

• Earned the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency.

• Established a dedicated community office in Milwaukee.

• Expanded financial and in-kind support from foundations, businesses, and community partners.

• Launched the GED Support Program and Girls Book Club.

• Created additional opportunities for community volunteers and committee involvement.

• Continued strengthening governance, program planning, and financial accountability.

These milestones reflect our commitment to growing responsibly while keeping the needs of women and girls at the center of our work.

Looking Ahead: 2027 & Beyond

WELL Milwaukee: Community Wellness Navigation Pilot for Women

In October 2026, Forgotten Daughters received conditional funding approval for WELL Milwaukee through the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment's Community-Led Seed Grant opportunity.

The proposed initiative will focus on helping adult women navigate barriers related to health, housing, financial stability, transportation, and access to community resources.

Our proposed timeline includes:

January–March 2027: Recruitment, outreach, community engagement, and partnership development.

April–December 2027: Initial implementation phase focused on wellness navigation, referral coordination, and connecting participants with trusted resources.

Our long-term goal is to build a sustainable network of community support that helps women access the services and opportunities they need.

WELL Milwaukee remains in the planning phase and is subject to final funding approval. Program activities, timelines, and services may be modified.

Our Supporters Make This Work Possible

Every milestone reflects the generosity and dedication of individuals, volunteers, foundations, financial institutions, businesses, and community organizations that believe in our mission.

We gratefully acknowledge financial and in-kind support received throughout 2026, including contributions from ProLiteracy, Associated Bank, Summit Credit Union, We Energies Foundation, Educators Credit Union, Cousins Subs Make It Better Foundation, Ross Stores, and other valued supporters.

Their investments help us expand services, obtain essential resources, strengthen educational opportunities, and build programs that respond to community needs.

We also recognize our volunteers, board members, community collaborators, and everyone who has contributed time, resources, or expertise to our growing organization.

Our progress is possible because people choose to invest in women and girls who deserve to be seen.

Our Commitment to Accountability

As Forgotten Daughters continues to grow, we are committed to responsible stewardship and transparent reporting.

We recognize the importance of documenting both our achievements and the areas where additional resources are needed.

Our organization is working to strengthen systems for tracking participation, program outputs, community needs, and measurable outcomes.

Future impact updates will include additional information about individuals served, services provided, educational milestones, and community partnerships as verified data becomes available.

We believe transparency is essential to building trust and sustaining meaningful community impact.

Be Part of Our Continued Impact

There is still much work to be done, and we cannot do it alone.

Whether you are a donor, volunteer, community organization, business, or someone who simply believes every woman deserves dignity and opportunity, there is a place for you in our mission.

Donate. Volunteer. Partner. Advocate.

Together, we can help more women and girls move from forgotten to fearless.

Forgotten Daughters, Inc.

From Forgotten to Fearless.

Every Woman Deserves to Be Seen.