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Women Who Rock … ROCKED!
Over 900 incredible women (and men!) ignited the stage at United Way Women Who Rock! This year, we celebrated exceptional parents in our community, championing their journey toward financial stability and success.
Women Who Rock isn’t just about music and leather jackets – it’s about removing barriers and empowering parents to pursue their dreams of education. The United Way Women Who Rock Scholarship, underwrites childcare and provides recipients the opportunity to receive financial and employment coaching along with support to ensure they have what they need to achieve their goals.
This year, we celebrated exceptional parents in our community, championing their journey towards financial stability and success. We are grateful to our Keynote Speaker, Jade Simmons, CEO of Jade Media Global, who left a lasting impression on our audience! A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our sponsors whose generous contributions helped bring the event to life. Your support means the world to us and the families we serve.
Creating Change Through Reading
The Impact and Leadership Circle Book Sort & Social was a resounding success. Attendees helped prepare books from United Way’s MLK Day of Service and Black History month book drive and wrote notes of encouragement for students to enjoy as they read their new books.
Together, we sorted 1,000 books for children in the Houston area, spreading inspiration and joy through each page. Special thanks to Laura Winks and Kristy Clemons, for their outstanding leadership, and to all the Impact & Leadership Circle committee members who contributed their time and effort. Your dedication ensures that countless young minds will grow and flourish through the love of reading.
We’re happy to announce that these books were successfully distributed across Greater Houston on March 5th in celebration of Read Across America. Volunteers shared stories and laughter with children at local elementary schools, thanks to your invaluable support. Thank you to all who participated for making a difference in the lives of Houston’s youth!
Celebrating Women’s History Month
United Way Women’s Initiative members are professionals, community volunteers, and business leaders who inspire those around them to reach out with full and giving hearts.
At the Women’s Initiative Chocolate and Wine Reception, members and guests delved into the impactful work of United Way of Greater Houston while forging connections within our dynamic Women’s Initiative community.
This lovely evening of exquisite pairings and fine wine was hosted at The Texas Wine School, powered by Deloitte and Winfield’s Chocolate Bar. Guests observed Women’s History Month by celebrating the achievements of female winemakers, sommeliers, and chocolatiers. We are so grateful to our sponsors Deloitte and Winfield’s Chocolate Bar for making this event a delicious success!
Join Our Investment Process Volunteer Team
United Way of Greater Houston is seeking passionate individuals to become Investment Volunteers. Help shape the future of our community by reviewing funding applications and ensuring resources are directed where they’re needed the most.
For 100+ years, United Way of Greater Houston has brought together diverse partners and approaches to get to the root of complex challenges holding people back. Guided by research and data, United Way invests in high-quality programs to create the opportunity for individuals and families in the Greater Houston community to thrive. We do this by leading, serving, influencing, and convening the nonprofit social services sector to deliver quality services with exceptional outcomes.
The Single Investment Process ensures the sound investment of funds entrusted to us by generous donors. United Way Investment Volunteers provide insight and input that will influence funding decisions for the upcoming three-year funding cycle.
Project Blueprint Launch & Alumni Networking Brunch
From celebrating new graduates to connecting across cohorts, our Project Blueprint Brunch was an inspirational gathering that underscored the vital role of civic engagement and representation within nonprofit boards. Learn how you can get involved!
United Way in the News
United Way of Greater Houston’s Vice President, Community Investments, Margaret Oser, sat down with our friends at CW39 to discuss how our Single Investment Process helps qualifying Houston-area social services organizations do the work necessary to help people in our communities get back on their feet and stay there. Watch the full conversation on how United Way of Greater Houston is seeking to help the Houston Community achieve financial stability, early education, youth development, health care and legal services.
Help Us Reach our Campaign Goal—Donate before March 31st!
March 31, 2024 is the last day of our campaign year, and we need your help to reach our goal. Your generosity has already made a huge difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community, but there is still ground to cover. Your contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal and closer to a future where everyone in our community has the opportunity to not only survive but thrive. Please consider donating before March 31 to help us reach our campaign goal before the end of the year. Thank you for your unwavering support.
Upcoming Events
For event details and RSVP information, check out our events page.
ADT Dinner
(Open to ADT members)
Tuesday, April 16th
6:00pm-9:00pm
Museum of Fine Arts Houston
Annual Meeting & Final Event
(Open to all)
Tuesday, April 30th
4:30pm-8:00pm
United Way
Leadership Circle Celebration Dinner
(Open to Leadership Circle members)
Thursday, May 16th
6:00pm-8:30pm
Brennan’s
Women’s Initiative Final Celebration
(Open to Women’s Initiative members)
Wednesday, May 22nd
6:00pm-8:00pm
Houston Zoo