Women United
Leading the charge. Inspiring the change.
Join the Movement: New Ways to Lift Up Women and Children in Lake & Sumter
Dear Women United Friends,
The mission remains the same – to inspire, educate, and empower women to create change in our community. But this year, we’re introducing new and exciting ways to get involved! Read the Announcement
Manley Scholarship Opportunities
Adopt-a-Teacher
Reading Buddies
Born Learning Trails
United We Give – Meal Distribution Event
Ready to Get Involved?
Visit uwls.org/volunteer-signup/ to sign up.
Stay tuned for our upcoming Meet & Greet events – a fun way to connect with other women making a difference in Lake & Sumter!
What is Women United?
Women United is a dynamic circle of purpose-driven women, passionately committed to making a significant impact through philanthropy and service. Recently, we have intensified our efforts, expanded our recruitment, and deepened our involvement. We are raising our voices louder, rolling up our sleeves more often, and leaving a more profound legacy of change. Women United members believe in the collective power of women and the importance of empowering each other to achieve greater successes together.
Our Mission: The purpose of Women United is to inspire, educate, and encourage women to drive change in our community, focusing on women and children through philanthropy, volunteering, leadership, and membership. With our local Women United, and its new leadership in 2026, we are taking our commitment to community to a whole new level.
Women United’s efforts include:
Empowering women's economic stability
Building the next generation of leaders
Creating meaningful mentorships
Changing the lives of children
Why Women United?
This group is a powerful, global network of dynamic women spanning more than 165 communities across six countries. Since 2002, Women United has invested $2 billion in local solutions to enhance health, education, and financial stability for individuals in every community.
Women United believes in the collective power of women and that by empowering each other, we can achieve greater impact for our communities.
Countries Involved
participating communities
Billion Dollars Raised
Worldwide Members
How YOU Can Get Involved
There are so many ways to engage with Women United and support our mission. Together, we can drive positive change and support women’s empowerment in our community.
Volunteer with Us
Your volunteer service is a hands-on opportunity to make a difference and connect with like-minded women. Learn more…
Employer-Sponsored Membership
Offer membership to your employees, foster a culture of giving and community involvement within the workplace.
Employer Sponsored Membership Form (PDF) or Apply Online
Sponsor an Event
A fantastic way to showcase your commitment to our cause while gaining visibility for your business.
Event Sponsorship Form (PDF)
Women United Membership
Membership Criteria
- $250 annual contribution/donation to United Way of Lake & Sumter Counties for education based programs
- Minimum of 6 volunteer hours for United Way or Women United per calendar year
- Serve as an ambassador promoting Women United in workplace and community
- Recruit 1-3 new members annually
- Be part of a powerful network of women, combining philanthropy, networking, leadership, and community impact.
- Volunteer and leadership opportunities – invitations to Women United volunteer opportunities and to serve on a Women United committees.
- Meaningful local impact – who know our community better than the women of our community. By focusing efforts on locally, Women United has measurable impact.
United We Grow™ Manley Scholarship
Recognizing the committment of women in our community.
The United We Grow Manley Book Scholarship is designed to recognize women who have demonstrated a commitment to improving the income, education, and health status of themselves or their family and would not, in most cases, be able to achieve the goal of this type of education, without financial assistance. Those eligible include women and their children.
Our Local Impact
Women throughout our community unite to enhance the lives of women, children, and families. In addition to hosting annual fundraising events, our members uplift our community through generous donations, dedicated advocacy, and committed volunteer efforts.
Health initiatives
Supporting caregivers to be financially, mentally, and emotionally healthy.
Education initiatives
Taking action to ensure access to affordable and reliable child care.
Economic Stability Initiatives
Providing a path to a stronger financial future for our community members.
