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The Power of the Purse 2016
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Ticket Price: $65
($30 is tax deductible)
The Women's Leadership Initiative of the United Way of Washtenaw County is thrilled to announce their annual Power of the Purse event happening on Wednesday March 9, 2016, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at the Eastern Michigan University Student Center Grand Ballroom. Enjoy fabulous appetizers, wine and beer, a silent purse auction, raffles for fabulous prizes, and networking as we raise funds to support financial stability for women in our community!

In 2015, the Women's Leadership Initiative was able to grant $27,280 to five local non-profit agencies supporting women. Through the Power of the Purse, we are building a group of dynamic business and community leaders who are committed to igniting the power of women to advance the common good.

Stories Worth Telling: Women's Leadership Funds Benefit Women
Purses
Betty had bounced along through life trying to get a foothold on a long-term job. She'd never been successful in traditional educational environments. Yet, she had a goal: get her GED!

Services provided through Washtenaw Community College offered help, but Betty needed still extra support. Through  Washtenaw Literacy's one-on-one tutoring, Betty found herself and developed learning strategies and study skills that will serve her for a lifetime. When initially assessed, her reading level was second grade. Despite very low skills, she became indebted to a private for-profit school offering a nursing assistant certificate in California.  Read more...
Save the Date...
Date:
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Time:
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location:
Kensington Court 
610 Hilton Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Are You Curious As To How Your Gift Has Made a Difference?
Here are 3 examples of the numerous success stories that demonstrate the impact your gift has in our community.

To listen to the curve ball life threw a young, single Mom here in Washtenaw County, click here.

Find out how the little things we take for granted make a huge difference, click here.

Listen to how a hard-working parent was able to triumph in the face of defeat, click here.
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Tutor with children
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Education is a lifelong experience that begins well before a child ever sets foot in a classroom and continues long past a cap-and-gown commencement. It is the broadest avenue to opportunity and the most influential factor in ensuring that children will grow up to do as well or better than their parents. Volunteer for one of the most rewarding roles out there: as a tutor or mentor.   Click here to find ways to help ! 
Do You Know Where to Turn in a Crisis?
2-1-1 is a 24/7 helpline that connects people to critically needed services - do you know someone who has used it?

A. Yes
B. No
C. Never heard of it

Click here to cast your vote in the poll.

For more details and to find out more about 2-1-1, click here.

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