United Way of Greater Kansas City is grateful for the community’s support during our recent Purses for Promise event. The purse-based silent auction, wine pull and social networking event was presented by Black & Veatch and hosted by Women United, a group of dedicated United Way female philanthropists.
This year, the event supported United Way early childhood education and literacy initiatives, including Impact 100 partner Growing Futures Early Education Center in Overland Park, Kan. Its mission is to nurture strong beginnings for children through a comprehensive early educational approach that supports and empowers families. Thanks to the generosity of donors, sponsors and attendees, the 5th annual auction raised $110,000.
“I want to thank Purses for Promise for providing this experience for us,” said Tanesha Thompson, Growing Futures Program Director. “Not only has your contribution made a world of difference for our families, but it is making a world of difference for our students and staff.”
United Way is committed to improving healthcare, enhancing youth opportunity, fostering financial security and creating community resiliency so that all have the ability to thrive. Investments in early childhood education for women, children and their families extends far beyond their health and safety and can translate into enhanced economic prosperity, strengthened societal bonds and a stronger community. That is the heart behind Purses for Promise.
“We’re thrilled to help support an organization that not only helps children, but also really works with families and parents to build up the entire community,” said Women United member and event chair, Nikki Meek.
To learn more about services provided through Growing Futures, visit here: growingfutures.org.