General Information
The Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities luncheon is our main event and largest fundraiser. Each October, passionate individuals join us during their lunch hour to dine on a delicious meal, listen to an inspirational speaker and raise money for those in need. Audience size is usually near 1,000 and first timers often remark at the grandeur of it all. But the real draw is the ability to come together to make a difference in our local community. Each attendee graciously donates a minimum of $100 and 100% of the funds raised stay in our community. Each dollar raised at the luncheon is awarded to a local non-profit agency through our grant program, and the luncheon is paid for by the generosity of our underwriters and corporate sponsors.
This Year’s Speaker
Each year, a dynamic and inspirational guest is invited to speak at the Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities luncheon. The board’s goal is to feature someone who understands the importance of giving and the difference we can all make together.
Taylor Armstrong
Meet our 2026 luncheon speaker, Taylor Armstrong. She is an advocate, survivor, author, and life coach.
Taylor Armstrong is an original cast member of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. She was a cast member on Bravo’s Real Housewives Ultimate Girls’ Trip and was featured on The Real Housewives of Orange County. In addition to her Bravo history, Taylor played a role on VH1 Couple’s Therapy, CELEBrations with David Tutera, as well as Oprah’s OWN Network. Taylor released her first film, Guardians, with Eric Roberts.
Today, she is a nationally sought-after keynote speaker and survivor advocate who partners with universities, organizations, and conferences to educate audiences on healthy relationships, emotional red flags, self-worth, resilience, and trauma-informed awareness. Her signature keynote, Behind the Beverly Hills Smile, blends vulnerability, humor, and prevention-based tools in a deeply engaging, emotionally safe format.
In 2012, Armstrong authored her first book, Hiding from Reality: My Story of Love, Loss, and Finding the Courage Within. The autobiographical account of Armstrong’s life and personal experience with domestic violence became a New York Times Bestseller. Taylor works to raise awareness, educate the public, and provide housing resources for shelters. She speaks publicly on topics of relationships and the “comeback” after life’s challenges.
Armstrong has been interviewed on The View, Entertainment Tonight, Dr. Phil, The Today Show, E!, Extra, Access Hollywood, The Wendy Williams Show, Watch What Happens Live, and OWN Network, among others. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, People magazine, US Weekly, Life & Style, In Touch, OK!, Star, The Hollywood Reporter, The Enquirer, Business Weekly, and other publications.
Through her bestselling book, countless speaking engagements, and tireless advocacy, Taylor has inspired thousands to seek safety, healing, and her dedication to helping women rise from life’s toughest setbacks—whether divorce, financial struggles, or personal loss—and return stronger than ever. Taylor’s mission is simple yet profound: to remind us all that no matter how many times life knocks us down, we can always find the strength to stand back up. Behind the public smile was a private reality of domestic violence, emotional control, and fear. After finding safety and rebuilding her life, Taylor transformed her trauma into purpose.
We hope that you will join us in October!
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