Empowering Women of Color to Build Wealth, Lead Boldly, and Shape Culture.

Five Star Women of Color is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit advancing economic mobility, workforce readiness, and culturally rooted leadership development for women and girls. Through structured programming and community partnerships, we create pathways that move women from inspiration to measurable advancement.

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What We Do

Economic Empowerment

We equip women of color with the knowledge, access, and exposure needed to build long-term financial stability and generational wealth.

• Financial literacy education
• Entrepreneurship visibility platforms
• Homeownership awareness initiatives

Career
Advancement

We prepare women and girls for professional success through workforce exposure, mentorship, and confidence-building development experiences.

• Mock interviews & career readiness
• STEM industry exposure
• Leadership & professional development events.

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Cultural Engagement

We cultivate confidence, identity, and community through culturally-rooted spaces that strengthen leadership and collective advancement.

• Afro Cultural Festival & signature gatherings
• Collaborative community experiences
• Civic and leadership visibility initiatives

Our Impact

Five Star Women of Color measures success not by attendance alone but by access, exposure, and advancement.Through our programming and partnerships, we are expanding economic opportunity, workforce readiness, and leadership visibility for women and girls across Maryland and beyond.

2,500+
Women Served

Engaged through financial education, workforce exposure, leadership development, and culturally-rooted community programming.

6+
Years of Operation

Delivering consistent programming and building trusted community partnerships.

4,000+
Annual Festival Attendees

Creating large-scale economic visibility for minority-owned businesses and cultural entrepreneurs.

40–60
Small Businesses Supported Annually

Providing vendor platforms that generate exposure, revenue opportunities, and new customer acquisition.

High School & Workforce Partnerships

Delivering mock interviews, career readiness sessions, and STEM exposure to prepare students for professional success.

Who We Are

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You don’t need to have all 5 stars to join us we’re here to help you shine!

Five Star Women of Color is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to advancing economic mobility, leadership development, and cultural confidence for women and girls of color.

Founded on the belief that representation, ownership, and community matter, we create spaces where women are equipped not only to participate but to lead, build, and thrive.

Through strategic partnerships, structured programming, and culturally-rooted engagement, we serve as both a connector and catalyst for generational advancement.

We are building a community where women of color have the tools, access, and confidence to shape their futures and influence the spaces they enter.

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The Ikhinmwin Scholarship Fund

For Students

Apply for the Ikhinmwin College Scholarship

Why:

Students are applying for a specific award
Keeps the process simple and student-friendly
Aligns with school counselor and college language

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“The Ikhinmwin Scholarship supports graduating high school seniors who demonstrate academic effort, leadership, and a commitment to community service.”

For Donors

Give to the Ikhinmwin Scholarship Fund

Why:

Donors are contributing to a pool of resources
Their gift supports current and future students
It positions the initiative as lasting and scalable

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“Your contribution to the Ikhinmwin Scholarship Fund helps sustain annual scholarships for graduating seniors committed to education and community service.”