Who We Are

Girls Inc. is the preeminent girls’ leadership organization equipping girls to reach their 
full potential.

Who we are

Our Story

Working with and on behalf of girls for 160 years has given us unparalleled knowledge and expertise. 

The Girls Inc. was founded in 1864 to serve girls and young women who were experiencing upheaval in the aftermath of the Civil War. Across the decades, we adapted to meet the specific environmental challenges facing girls and young women, always working in partnership with schools and communities, and guided by our founders’ fundamental belief in the inherent potential of each girl. Woven into those early girls’ clubs are the same core values of Girls Inc. today: the importance of creating a safe and gathering place for girls to learn and to share in a sisterhood, and a strong premise that each girl can develop her own capacities, self-confidence, and grow up healthy, educated, and empowered.

Our Leadership
Meet Our Team
Our dedicated national team sets the strategic direction for the organization.
Two girls writing on the white board.
Our Financials
Annual Reports
83ȼ of every dollar spent goes directly to supporting girls’ development.
5 women in red dresses at the Girls Inc. 2019 Luncheon
Our Partners
Our Corporate Partners & Funders
Our partners are committed to increasing access and opportunities for all girls.
Woman taking notes
Our Champions
Champions for Girls
Girls Inc. relies on your investment to provide the new generation of leaders with the support they need to succeed.
our history
How It Started
Our History
We were founded in 1864 to serve girls and young women who were experiencing upheaval in the aftermath of the Civil War.
our bill of rights
Bill of Rights
Our Bill Of Rights
Girls Inc. is an advocate for girls and honors the 
Girls Inc. Bill of Rights as part of our continued commitment to making a commitment to making sure they grow up healthy, educated, and independent.