Tag: Women’s History Month

Long Island has been home to some extremely influential women in history. In honor of Women’s History Month, here are seven women with Long Island ties who made their mark.

Wealthy socialite and suffragist, Long Island's Alva Belmont, was the president and primary benefactor of the National Woman's Party, which fought for women's right to vote in the early 20th century.

Donna Stefans, a leading wealth management advisor and elder law attorney on Long Island who is president of Summit Tax Advisors, will share her expertise in “Invest in Yourself! A Financial Workshop for Women,” a webinar hosted Schneps Media, the parent company of the Long Island Press.

This Women’s History Month, invest in children’s books to inspire your own young girls to change the world.

She instigated change using her plucky personality, her financial freedom — and a sturdy old wagon.