When French Gates first announced her $1 billion commitment in May, she detailed $200 million in new grants to groups working in the U.S. to protect women’s rights and advance their power and influence.
Melinda French Gates support to women's health groups with $250 million grant
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In her post on Monday announcing her resignation, French Gates said she planned to commit the funds to her work on behalf of women and families, adding, "I’ll be sharing more about what that will look like in the near future.”
As Melinda French Gates departs from Gates Foundation, many hope she'll double down on gender equity
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