Women United began as an affinity group in 2014 to focus on health, education and income needs in the community by giving, advocating and volunteering. This group compliments and collaborates with other women groups in the area and works with United Way's volunteer center in order to coordinate and track volunteers. As the group has evolved over the years, their passion has focused on early literacy and opportunities for those in need that are trying to increase their income and become financially stable. Women United focuses on these community needs by providing Sprout Into Reading, Little Free Libraries and the Community Clothes Closet. 

Sprout Into Reading program's purpose is to get books into the hands of low income children ages 0-5 to increase early literacy skills and encourage families to read together. 

Little Free Libraries continues to support increasing literacy by providing free, quality, age appropriate books low income children, ages 0-12. The group has been able to place Little Free Libraries in Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois in order to encourage literacy and distribute free books to those in need. 

The Community Clothes Closet is an initiative to provide support or assistance, to men or women, so they can access work-appropriate clothing free of charge. The clothing can be utilized for interviews or for their beginning of employment. This opportunity helps prepare them for life-long careers. 

With these programs, Women United is determined to make an impact and break down barriers for those in need in our community. Join us today and learn more about these great initiatives and other ways you can get involved!