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Celebrate 20 Years of Transforming Lives

Our 20th anniversary is a time to celebrate the impact we’ve built together over two decades. To mark this milestone, we are introducing our 20 for 20 Planned Giving Initiative, inviting supporters to consider how their values can create opportunity for generations to come.

Together, we can ensure that future scholars continue to experience the life-changing power of education.

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What's Happening at WMI?

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24 hours ago

We're proud to share that WMI has earned the 2026 Gold Seal of Transparency from Candid! 🎉

This recognition reflects our commitment to accountability, transparency, and sharing evidence-based impact with our community of supporters. When you invest in WMI, you can do so with confidence, knowing your generosity is helping expand access to higher education and empower the next generation of leaders around the world.

Onward and upward...together!

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5 days ago

Thank you to everyone who joined our Virtual Celebration of Impact! 💙

It was an inspiring time of hearing directly from WMI scholars and staff about the life-changing impact made possible through the generosity of our community.

Missed the event? You can still be part of the celebration by watching the full recording here: link.wellsmountaininitiative.org/rv5

Thank you for believing in our scholars and investing in opportunities that transform lives and communities around the world.

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A refreshed brand isn't just about looking different—it's about preparing for what's next.

Since 2005, WMI has supported more than 910 scholars and alumni across 55+ countries, helping talented students become graduates, leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers.

As we look ahead, we're committed to:

🎓 Expanding access to university education
🌍 Growing our global network of scholars and alumni
💡 Investing in leadership development and innovation
🤝 Supporting alums as they create lasting change in their communities

Thank you for being part of this journey. We can't wait to see what we'll accomplish together!

Want to learn more? Visit our website at wellsmountaininitiative.org.

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WMI Strategic Vision: 2025–2030

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See why WMI's brand is evolving to meet the future we're building together.

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