United Way of Champaign County's Eleventh Annual
Power of the Purse
Save the Date
May 1, 2025
Pear Tree Estate, Champaign IL
United Way's Power of the Purse is a fun and fabulous Ladies' Evening Out for a great cause.
Guests enjoy an exciting night with live and silent auctions for designer purses, amazing prize packages, raffles, cocktails, and Pear Tree Estate's delicious food.
Proceeds from the event empower women in Champaign County to achieve financial stability.
Power of the Purse's Cause
Our event builds the financial stability of women in our community. By working with United Way, we are providing emergency supportive shelter and college scholarships.
Scholarships
The Power of the Purse scholarship fund provides assistance to women pursuing job training, technical or vocational certification, or an Associate's degree at Parkland College. Together we are removing financial barriers for women who seek a better future for themselves and their families.
To date, United Way has awarded 117 scholarships to women attending Parkland College.
Emergency Shelter
Cars. Garages. Couches. Campgrounds. These are the places families in our community used to stay when they became homeless. Thanks to the Emergency Shelter for Families, we can provide a safe home and critical support to help families leave homelessness and thrive.
The program provides more than a bed - it includes comprehensive case management, supported by funds raised at Power of the Purse.
The Emergency Shelter for Families is a resounding success. Since 2016, 300+ families have transitioned out of homelessness and into permanent, safe housing.
Learn More
Power of the Purse is a signature event of United Way of Champaign County's Women United group. Learn more about Women United membership.
For more information on the event, sponsorship opportunities or to get involved with our committee, please send an email or call 217-352-5151.
Event photographs by T-Stagg Photography
