Women Investing In Nonprofits (WIN)
PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAM
Established in 2012, WIN is a volunteer guild of philanthropists dedicated to advancing local nonprofits and community initiatives.
14 Years of Impact
14 years ago, philanthropists and friends established WIN to support nurses at Methodist Hospital. In memory of Founder Emeritus Lilah Stangeland, WIN expanded their impact last year by joining forces with Asian Hall of Fame, and making new friends like never before!
Today, Women Investing in Nonprofits rolls out the red carpet for fun, elegant gatherings that benefit local charities in Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley. They’ve sprinkled their fairy dust of grants on impactful nonprofits such as Convalescent Aid Society, Luskin Orthopaedic Institute for Children, I Have A Dream Foundation Los Angeles, Shriners for Children Medical Center in Pasadena, Glendale Youth Orchestra, and more! We welcome you to join our parties for a purpose, glamour for good!
Elegant Experiences
Charity Tea & Fashion Show
Enjoy breathtaking tabletops and lovely hats! Our Sunday tea party awards charity honorees and features live music, silent auction, and “Purse Snatchers” raffle. Our summer fashion show features chic models and rising stars. All this fun for a good cause!
Starlight Benefit
Sip and savor beneath starry lights at our dazzling red carpet soirée and winter fashion show! Join us on September 10 to award charity honorees and enjoy cocktails, hearty buffet, live music, and fun raffle prizes. Your twinkling lights await!
15th Ruby Anniversary
Save the Date
Sunday, April 25, 2027
15th San Marino Motor Classic
Sponsored by WIN member Melinda Rogers
WIN Red Carpet with WIN Member Miss Chinatown LA
14th Annual Charity Tea & Fashion Show
Benefiting Local Nonprofits
May 17, 2026
Starlight Rooftop Benefit
Benefiting Shriners for Children Medical Center
September 20, 2025 | 6 PM–9 PM
Become a Member
Cast your vote for charity recipients! Receive luncheon invites to The Langham, The Atheneum, and other fabulous venues! Get inspired as you host and spruce up your table, toss in raffle goodies, or lend a helping hand. Snag a Disney-crafted name badge and a snazzy Chanel gift!
All this for an annual fee of just $100, and it's tax-deductible!
WIN Guild Members
Honorary Members
Lilah Stangeland, Founder Emeritus
April Verlato, Former Mayor of Arcadia
Kathy Antoci
Dr. Shirley Chi
Debbi Cordano
Irene Deak
Clara Driscoll
Lindy Flowers
Merryl Hamasaki
Sue Hanson
Nicole Ho
Maki Hsieh
Dr. Masae T. Hsieh
Yumi Johnson
Aubrey Leonard
Ellie Lloyd
Jamie Louie
Kristen Lui
Carol McGuire
Melinda Rogers
Camilla Shae
Patty Soldo
Maggie Tseng
Kimberly Vodang
Sherry Wang
Ada Wong
In honor of
Lilah Stangeland
FOUNDER EMERITUS
Although she passed away in 2024, her quiet but dynamic presence is felt by all who loved her. Our actions are guided by her integrity, humility and goodwill for helping others.
Lilah lives on forever in our hearts.