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Woman Up Cleveland is a Cleveland-OH non-profit 501(c)(3) with the mission of supporting women from all walks of life both personally and professionally, financially investing in the local business economy, and educating our community.

VISION

A world where every woman can achieve equality and reach their full potential. 

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COmmuNITY

Creating a safe space for women to express themselves, explore interests, and pursue passions. 

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EDuCATION

Fostering new learning avenues for women to learn about themselves, others, and the opportunities available to them. 

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PHILANTHROPY

Supporting both individuals and organizations by contributing to their growth and success. 

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BuSINESS

Encouraging investment in a Cleveland-based, women-owned business network while boosting the local economy.

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS

Each June, Woman Up Cleveland awards five scholarships (totaling $1,500 annually) to graduating seniors of high schools around the Greater Cleveland Community. Thus far, they have awarded $3,000.

 

Thank you to everyone who has supported and continues to support empowering the future generation of leaders.

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OuR HISTORY

Sparking from this vision board that Shannon crafted, Woman Up Cleveland was born in January 2021. 

We've planned 6 community events, awarded $3,000 in our local, high school scholarships, hosted 5 fundraisers, experienced a rebrand, and created a network of Cleveland women.

Our organization exists for anyone that identifies as a woman, is gender-fluid, or is nonbinary. We support all women and aim to create safe spaces for our community.

mEET THE DuO

Executive Directors + Founders

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ALEX RuGGIERI

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-Owner of Alexandra Ruggieri Photography
-Marketing Director at Aurora Meadows

FAVORITE EMPOWERING QUOTE - You are the woman of your dreams.
WHEN IN CLEVELAND - You can find me exploring all the amazing shops, restaurants, & events that Cle has to offer.

WHY SHE DOES IT - We live in the most amazing city filled with the most amazing women who are starting businesses, creating change, and bettering the community every single day. I am so grateful that we get to shine a light on the ladies that power not only our city, but our world. 

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SHANNON BIEGA

FAVORITE EMPOWERING QUOTE - Be your own POWER WOMAN.
WHEN IN CLEVELAND - You can me thrift shopping, reading in a cozy cafe, & exploring our beautiful Metroparks. 
WHY SHE DOES IT - My experiences as a woman in the Computer Science classroom exposed me to gender biases and underrepresentation. As a confident and empowered woman, I am driven to inspire others to pursue nontraditional paths, defy the odds, and emerge superior.

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-Software Engineer Senior at PNC Financial Services Group
-Fund Development Assistant at Coach Sam's Scholars

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Branding by Janae Bryson at Auden & Company

Photography by Delaney Canfield

Copyright © 2025, Woman Up Cleveland Non-Profit 501(c)(3), All rights reserved.

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