Presented by: The Women's Bar Association of DC
Co-sponsor:  District Wealth Strategies

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Chief Wealth Strategist Gaffar Chowdhury on how thoughtful financial and charitable planning can deepen impact and strengthen community connections. This interactive program brings together attorneys and nonprofit leaders to explore practical ways to align personal values with giving goals, engage donors more meaningfully, and foster partnerships that make a difference.

Whether you’re planning your own philanthropic journey or guiding others, you’ll walk away with actionable insights on how to give with purpose, plan with intention, and lead with heart.

Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and beverages, generously provided by our co-sponsor, District Wealth Strategies, and take advantage of the opportunity to meet and network with leaders and colleagues in the legal and non-profit community.

WBA members and non-members are welcome.

Speaker:
Gaffar Chowdhury, CAP, President and CEO, Chief Wealth Strategist, District Wealth Strategies

Cost:
Members $0
Non-Members $10

About the Speaker:
Gaffar Chowdhury has been in the financial services for the last 16 years working with high income earning individuals and closely held businesses. He spent his career sharpening and practicing his skill under three leading financial services firms. Gaffar launched District Wealth Strategies with a heightened focus on client service and an intention to disrupt the traditional approach to personal and business financial strategies. His team's vision is to help clients mitigate taxes, build and protect generational wealth, and make financial conversations more approachable.

Gaffar was born in Bangladesh and has lived in the DC area for over 30 years. He is the current President of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - Greater Washington DC chapter and a past board member/longstanding advocate of the Women's Bar Association Foundation of DC. Through his nonprofit board leadership, Gaffar has developed a passion for charitable giving and helping others make a lasting impact through philanthropic planning.

 

The WBA is a nonpartisan organization. The opinions and positions expressed by any program speaker are theirs alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of the WBA.

The WBA regularly hosts programs for the education and enjoyment of its members and guests. The WBA is committed to ensuring that its employees, members, and guests are able to conduct their activities free from harassment or intimidation. The WBA, in its sole discretion, therefore reserves the right to deny access or to remove any attendee.

 

Giving with Intention: Charitable Strategies for Legal and Nonprofit Leaders

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  • Thursday Oct 30 2025, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • DC Bar Headquarters
    901 4th St. NW, Suite 700
    Washington, District of Columbia
    United States
    20001