Measuring Our Mission
Every lesson completed, every quiz taken, every woman who gains financial confidence — this is what The Purple Wings is building.
By the Numbers
Since our founding in 2020
Why Financial Literacy Matters for Women
The gender wealth gap isn't just about pay — it's about knowledge, access, and confidence. Here's what our curriculum directly addresses.
Budgeting & Debt Payoff
Women who complete this module report 3x more confidence managing monthly budgets
Investing Basics
Addresses the gender investing gap — women invest 40% less than men yet outlive them by 5+ years
Retirement Planning
Critical for women who take 12+ years out of workforce for caregiving on average
Divorce & Financial Independence
Directly addresses why 25% of women become poor within 5 years of divorce
Salary Negotiation
Closing the $900,000 lifetime earnings gap women face vs. male counterparts
Curriculum Completeness
Women's Financial Literacy
75 lessons · Beginner → AdvancedFINRA Professional Program
40 lessons · 40-Hour ProfessionalDivorce & Financial Independence
8 lessons · IntermediateFinancial Safety & Crisis Planning
7 lessons · All LevelsSmall Business Finance
5 lessons · Intermediate15 Quiz Categories
1,000+ questions with 3 difficulty levels each — beginner, intermediate, advanced
Our Journey
Founded during COVID-19 pandemic in Needham, MA
Launched first financial literacy workshops for local women
Received 501(c)(3) nonprofit status
Featured in Needham Observer, Boston 25 News, and Yahoo News
Launched full online platform with 135+ lessons and 1,000+ quiz questions
Expanding to serve women nationally with mentorship and community programs
Help Us Reach 10,000 Women by 2026
Every dollar donated keeps The Purple Wings free for women who need it most. Every corporate partnership extends our reach into workplaces and communities.