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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.
COmmuNITY
Creating a safe space for women to express themselves, explore interests, and pursue passions.
EDuCATION
Fostering new learning avenues for women to learn about themselves, others, and the opportunities available to them.
PHILANTHROPY
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 $3,000 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 YOKOSUK
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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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