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WOMEN UNITED

February 1, 2023

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Dynamic and influential, this donor network of Waymakers is committed to advancing early childhood development in Kansas City through leadership, philanthropy, collaboration, volunteerism and advocacy.
Women United was established locally in 2009 and continues to uplift women and make a positive impact on our area’s youngest residents.

Our Mission – Advancing early childhood development in Kansas City.

Membership – We currently have 506 Women United members locally and more than 55,000 globally.

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Why join Women United?

  • Invitations to exclusive local volunteer, educational, networking and social events

  • Regular communications to stay up-to-date on UW happenings

  • United Way apparel or merchandise

  • Invitations to other United Way events throughout the year, including but not limited to the annual campaign fall kickoff and spring impact event

  • Leadership opportunities

  • Informational and inspirational speakers provided by United Way Worldwide and the global Women United network

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Annual Events  

Community engagement

  • Dedicated Impact bus tour to women led and women serving organizations

  • Various community service opportunities include the annual Refresh A Classroom, where members partner with a local Head Start facility each August to support teachers as they prepare to welcome students.

Philanthropy

  • Purses for Promise is an all purse-based silent auction and networking event that supports local early childhood development efforts


How to Join Women United:

  1. Click here to join with an annual gift of $1,000 or greater.

  2. For more information, contact our Philanthropy Team to learn more about joining Women United.

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upcoming events

Black Futures - February 25

Black Futures – February 25

Women United Bus Tour - March 8

Women United Bus Tour – March 8

Purses for Promise - April 13

Purses for Promise – April 13

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