WOMEN UNITED

Women United provides women in our community the opportunity to give back, serve others, and foster unity. Our local group is open to all women in West Michigan who are passionate about creating change, building meaningful relationships, and becoming part of a network of women.

Members dedicate themselves to empowering and enhancing the lives of women and teen girls in our community with confidence, resources, and skills to achieve their life goals. By doing so, we’ll help strengthen the leadership, power, and voices of women in West Michigan.

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    Volunteering

    Mentoring
    Supporting United Way initiatives
    Serving local agencies

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    Fundraising

    Community Grant Fund
    Signature fundraising event
    Collection drives

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    Networking & Personal Development

    Member meetings
    Speaker series
    Social events

Our Mission and Focus

Women United mobilizes a powerful and diverse network of women leaders to provide opportunities for women and teen girls in West Michigan. 

Through partnerships with local nonprofits, we equip women and teen girls with resources to fulfill their basic needs and achieve financial empowerment in neighborhoods of focus through positive connections and opportunities.

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FEMININE HYGIENE DRIVE

Every year Women United hosts a feminine hygiene collection drive to provide dignity, comfort, and self-esteem to girls across our community through personal kits assembled at a day of service!

With your contribution, each kit will include pads, tampons, wipes, and an uplifting note to extend our care and encouragement.

Be part of the change

As a member, you’ll gain access to this committed and passionate network of West Michigan women. Membership is open to women who contribute at least $100 annually.

When you give to United Way, we put your money to work through our Community Grant Fund to support Women United’s mission and do the most for local women and teen girls in need. You can make a one-time gift, donate monthly, or use payroll deduction through your United Way workplace campaign.

Membership Benefits

  • Deepen your understanding of our area’s most critical issues and contribute to real change

  • Empower teen girls and help them build self-confidence to break through barriers

  • Access a strong network of like-minded women and business and community leaders through networking and social events

  • Receive recognition at United Way’s events, online communications, and annual report

  • Plus, get stylish Women United swag, including a t-shirt