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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.
PILLARS
COmmuNITY
Creating a safe space for women to express themselves, explore interests, and pursue passions.
EDuCATION
PHILANTHROPY
Fostering new learning avenues for women and students to learn about themselves, others, and the opportunities available to them.
Supporting both individuals and organizations by contributing to their growth and success.
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 $3,900.
Thank you to everyone who has supported and continues to support empowering the future generation of leaders.
2025
Arya Babu
Aunna Duncan
Faye Hliatzos
Annabelle Kamerman
Grace Sheppard
2024
Denelle Boyd
Jillian Jaroszewicz
Victoria Kunc
Angeleah Saltenis
Lola Vigliotti
2023
Angelina Mellen
Noella Senra
Grace Sherlock
2022
Aribah Hossain
Kenza Madhoui
Mykenna Roy
OuR HISTORY
Sparking from this vision board that Shannon crafted, Woman Up Cleveland was born in January 2021.
We've planned 7 community events, awarded $3,900 in our local high school scholarships, hosted 6 fundraisers, started a high school internship program, experienced a rebrand, and created a network of Cleveland women.
We exist for the Cleveland community and your support is an investment in empowering women, creating welcoming and safe spaces for all, and supporting the future generation of student leaders via an educational internship and scholarship.
mEET THE DuO
Executive Directors + Founders
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SHANNON BIEGA
she/her
Software Engineer Senior at PNC Financial Services Group
Fund Development Assistant at Coach Sam's Scholars
As a confident and empowered woman, I am driven to inspire others to pursue nontraditional paths, defy the odds, and emerge superior. My experiences as a woman in the Computer Science classroom exposed me to gender biases and underrepresentation, and I believe in the power of community to make all feel celebrated.
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ALEX YOKOSUK
she/her
Owner of Alexandra Ruggieri Photography
Marketing Director at Aurora Meadows
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.
MEET THE 2026 INTERNS
Our 2026 Internship Application is currently live! Applications will close on October 24th.
See here for more info.
PAST INTERNS
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2025
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2024
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