In this episode of Mentorship Matters, Kim interviews Sallie-Grace Tate, the Executive Director of Women in Philanthropy at UC Davis. The discussion centers around the importance of growing women's philanthropy in higher education. Sallie-Grace shares insights into the history of women's philanthropy, emphasizing its long-standing presence in the United States and the evolving trends in modern women's giving. Women play in higher education – making up more than fifty percent of undergraduate populations – yet they are largely overlooked as donors and volunteers. Sallie-Grace challenges traditional assumptions and highlights the influence of women in decision-making processes, especially philanthropy. According to Sallie-Grace, the six key principles that form the foundation of successful women's philanthropy programs are: 1. Insight: Begin with understanding your institution's culture, resonating with women donors, and analyzing data to inform strategies.
 2. Women's Input is Key: Actively seek insights from women donors and volunteers, recognizing that their perspectives are crucial in accelerating fundraising.
 3. Realize Women Give More Than Money: Acknowledge that women contribute in various ways beyond financial donations, broadening the definition of philanthropy.
 4. Leadership Involvement: Ensure top leadership advocates for and supports the initiative, as their involvement is critical for sustainability and resource allocation.
 5. Start the Path Forward: Take the initial step, knowing that the path will be revealed, and embrace the evolutionary nature of the work, acknowledging that progress may be messy but not risky.
 6. Work is Evolutionary: View the initiative as an evolutionary process, adapting and growing over time with diverse partners and funding to achieve articulated goals and impacts. The episode concludes with discussions on the structure of the program at UC Davis, including events, initiatives, and the impact achieved, demonstrating the positive outcomes of this holistic approach to women's philanthropy in higher education.