Women United | United Way of Marathon County

Our mission is to increase the self-sufficiency of women to improve their lives, the lives of their family, and the community as a whole.

What We Do:

Our vibrant group actively engages in volunteering, dynamic learning, and networking events, such as:

Power of the Purse, an annual spring fundraising extravaganza where women come together to bid on purses, accessories, spa packages, jewelry, and more. It's an inspiring and fun event open to all women in the community, generating funds to give back and uplift our community.

Lunch n' Learns and Getting to Know WU events, social events providing opportunities to learn more about the community and build meaningful relationships with your peers.

A new and exciting opportunity, United We Celebrate, which aims to celebrate childhood milestones while volunteering and advocating for families who are underserved and by leveraging existing resources community resources to do so.

Women United Leaders:

How You Can Get Involved:

We have various committees eagerly awaiting your help, energy, and unique ideas!

Member Engagement: Take the lead in organizing our member social events. Help us amplify the message about Women United, expanding our member base, and brainstorming ways to better engage both new and current members.
Power of the Purse: Join us in planning our annual fundraiser. This event is our biggest, raising funds that are then distributed to community programs dedicated to improving the lives of local women and families.
United We Celebrate: Assist with identifying community partners and planning quarterly volunteer opportunities to continue to grow relationships between Women United and other organizations that serve women and families.
Impact: The Impact Committee makes funding recommendations to the Leadership Council upon reviewing funding requests that arise during the annual grant cycle. These requests come from agencies and local organizations whose missions align with Women United.
- 2025 Women United Grant Recipients
  - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northcentral Wisconsin: Funded feminine hygiene and other essential items for their hygiene pantry in The Nest.
  - Safe Kids of Marathon County: Provided car seats to families in the ALICE population, ensuring child safety.
  - Childcaring, Inc.: Supported Good Start Grants to help families afford quality childcare.
  - Boys & Girls Club of the Wausau Area – Kid Cuisine Program: Taught kids kitchen safety, cooking skills, and healthy eating on a budget.
  - Girl Scouts of Northwestern Great Lakes: Enabled financial assistance for women to lead troops and participate in Girl Scout events.
  - The Babies’ Place: Ensured access to products addressing period poverty for women in need.
  - UWSP & NTC Scholarships: Funded scholarships for women with children to pursue higher education.
  - United We Celebrate: Supported volunteer opportunities that connect Women United with local organizations.
  - Community Closet: Offset operating costs to keep clothing and essential items available for families.

Social Media: Check out our Facebook group and Linkedin profile to see what we're doing, what we've done, and what we have coming up!
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- Get In Touch: Connect with us by reaching out to Emily Champine, Affinity Groups Coordinator:
  Call: 715-298-5712
  Email: echampine@unitedwaymc.org