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Stories to Inspire and Energize You

In Their Own Words There’s no doubt that our Women of Distinction honorees are deeply motivated. You’ll be energized, too, as you hear each one tell her story.

LINDA CALDART-OLSON Retired Consultant Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction School Nursing and Health Services Linda's Story ANGELA MANCUSO Executive Director The Women's Center Angela's Story SHERRI MOWERY PERRIGO Retired Executive GE Aviation/GE Healthcare Sherri's Story MADISON MUSSELMAN Young Woman of Tomorrow Honoree 2020 Graduate Oconomowoc High School Madison's Story

The Tradition Lives On, Thanks to You We are grateful to everyone who joined us for our 36th annual Women of Distinction event and contributed to the Women and Girls Fund.

Help us reach our $175,000 Goal

Your Gifts Make a Difference Donations are continuing to come in, raising the event total to more than $131,000 – and counting. If you haven’t contributed yet and would like to support programs benefitting women and girls in Waukesha County, donate here. If you are eligible for a corporate matching gift, increase the impact of your donation by applying to your employer for a match. If you missed the event or would like to share it with friends, you can watch it here. At under 40 minutes, it’s a powerful pandemic antidote.

Lucky Ladies Everyone who registered for the virtual event was entered into a drawing to win a designer purse. Here are the lucky winners.

Sara Butz Dooney & Burke Milwaukee Brewers Satchel Ann Marie Hess Dooney & Burke Satchel & Wallet Liz Juern Vera Bradley Mustard Yellow Tote Kristen Lindahl Gucci Vintage Hobo Chain Bag Jody Lowe Michael Kors Navy Tote

The Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County, established in 2004, seeks to aid and enrich the lives of women and girls so they become thriving residents of their communities. Since 2005, the Women and Girls Fund has awarded more than $1,125,000 to 62 non-profit organizations that promote the health, well-being, education and empowerment of women and girls of all ages.

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