Ellon Cockrill, a WFA original founder, has dedicated her life to philanthropy in Central Arkansas. Ellon has been a founding member of several organizations, served on over 10 boards of directors, and has several awards recognizing her service. Ellon has
Women’s Foundation of Arkansas to host 18th annual Power of the Purse luncheon
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Sept. 13, 2016) – The Women’s Foundation of Arkansas will host its 18th annual Power of the Purse luncheon Friday, Sept. 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Marriott Downtown Ballroom in Little Rock. Jessica
Screening of The Empowerment Project
Power of the Purse: The Empowerment Project

Join us for an evening with the directors of The Empowerment Project, a film that challenges all of us to ask ourselves – “What would you do if you weren’t afraid to fail?” The WFA’s Northwest Arkansas Council will host a screening of the film followed by a Q&A with the directors themselves. A silent auction will kick-off the evening and feature hand-painted purses designed by local artists. Proceeds will allow all 8th grade girls in NWA to see this impactful film.
2015 Power of the Purse Speaker

Carla Harris is a Vice Chairman, Global Wealth Management, Managing Director and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley. Ms. Harris has extensive industry experiences in the technology, media, retail, telecommunications, transportation, industrial, and healthcare sectors. In August 2013, Carla Harris was appointed by President Barack