Women United
Leading the charge. Inspiring the change.
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 Grant 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
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