Women United

Leading the charge. Inspiring the change.

Heart of West Michigan United Way Holiday Party

Inforum Capstone with Tarana Burke

Tarana Burke, founder of the Me Too Movement, spoke at the Inforum Capstone event. Women United sponsored a table.

Inforum Capstone

Tarana Burke and Shannon Gardner

Inforum Capstone

Alger Middle School Scholastic Book Fair

Burton Middle School Scholastic Book Fair

Grand Rapids Urban League 75th Anniversary

Women United sponsored a table at the Grand Rapids Urban League’s 75th Anniversary Gala.

Grand Rapids Urban League 75th Anniversary

City of Grand Rapids Civil Rights Gala

65th Anniversary Civil Rights Gala

City of Grand Rapids Civil Rights Gala

Hispanic Chamber Gala

West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Gala

Women United Kickoff Event

Women United is an affinity group for women of color defined as:

A diversity initiative to think differently about communities of color in Kent County
A way to harness the power of women and grow into a group that reflects this community
A way to build and establish better relationships
An opportunity to optimize collaboration with a diverse group of phenomenal women

Why join Women United?

Support our journey to better connect, understand and represent communities of color in Kent County
Be a part of the development and implementation of the vision with real strategies to create better connections
Be a champion and part of this foundational work to guide United Way into the future
Become a united force of women leaders who are engaged in philanthropy, volunteerism, advocacy, and making meaningful, lasting change in our community

Change is only possible when there is a vast and organized network that can lift up proven strategies and bring them to communities.

What’s involved:

Monthly meetings to learn about United Way’s focus and impact in the community
Hear from community leaders and staff about the issues facing our community
Visit key agency partners that are integral in doing the work fueled by the Community Investment Fund
Be a voice to affect change by setting a strong example for others to follow and join
Make an impact as a group of influential women through volunteer opportunitie

Make the Commitment

Questions? Email Shannon at sgardner@hwmuw.org.

2019 Meetings and Events:

Core Team Meetings

January 8: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

February 12: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

March 12: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

April 9: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

May 14: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

June 11: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

July 9: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

August 13: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

September 10: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

October 8: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

November 12: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

December 10: 12-1 p.m. — Core Team Meeting

All-member events

January 21: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

January 24: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

February 28: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

March 28: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

April 25: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

May 23: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

June 19: — Food from the Heart

June 27: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

July 25: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

August 22: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

September 26: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

October 24: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

November (Date TBD): 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting

December (Date TBD): 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Member Meeting