P.E.O. Projects that Make a Difference
We take great pride in transforming the lives of women by providing grants, scholarships, awards and loans for higher education, alongside owning and supporting Cottey College – a distinguished liberal arts college dedicated solely to women.
You Can Make an Impact
Play a pivotal role in a woman’s life by establishing a permanently endowed fund in the P.E.O. Foundation.
Empowering Women through Education
If friendship is the cornerstone of P.E.O., then philanthropy is the bridge. P.E.O. has a shared mission of empowering women through education and our projects are an ongoing testament to that dedication.
Valentina Hormaechea
International Peace Scholarship Fund Recipient
Michaela Brantley
Program for Continuing Education Recipient
Brenda Varriano
Scholar Award Recipient
Our Sisterhood’s Impact on Women’s Education
Since its inception in 1869, P.E.O. has given over $432 million in financial assistance through our ELF, IPS, PCE, PSA and STAR projects to more than 125,000 women.
As of April 2024, P.E.O. has awarded:
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P.E.O. STAR
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