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    How we A.C.T.

    In the fight against Alzheimer’s, IWCA doesn’t wait - we A.C.T.

    ALIGN | Find Your People
    Connect. Be supported. Belong.

    CONTRIBUTE | Take Action
    Get involved. Volunteer. Lead the way.
     
    TRANSFORM | Make an Impact
    Give back. Rally Support. Drive change.

    ALIGN | Find Your People
    Start with connection. Come as you are, with no pressure, no expectations, no time commitment and no membership fee.


    Through IWCA, you can:

    • Join Heart-2-Heart Huddles - casual group gatherings centered on real conversations and shared experiences
    • Participate in Heart-2-Heart One-2-Ones - more personal, one-on-one connections for deeper support
    • Attend virtual educational events and in-person socials featuring expert insights and meaningful connection

    Perfect for those looking to connect, learn, and feel supported.


    CONTRIBUTE | Take Action

    Ready to play a more active role? IWCA offers meaningful ways to contribute your time, talents, and ideas.

    Opportunities include:

    • Committee Participation - Join one of our member-led committees - Engagement, Education, or Empowerment - to plan events, support programming, and bring IWCA initiatives to life.
    • Steering Committee Leadership - Serve as a strategic partner in guiding IWCA’s vision and direction, helping shape priorities and drive the overall impact of the group.
    • Heart-to-Heart Volunteer - Help lead a Heart-to-Heart Huddle or support fellow members through one-on-one connection.

    Ideal for those who want to lead, build community, and make a hands-on impact.


    TRANSFORM | Make an Impact

    For those looking to deepen their impact, the Purple Impact Circle is IWCA’s philanthropic community — women committed to advancing the mission through giving.

    Through the Purple Impact Circle, you can:

    • Support care, research and advocacy efforts
    • Connect with like-minded women making a difference
    • Play a direct role in driving progress in the fight against Alzheimer’s

    For those who want to lead with generosity and create lasting change.