OUR MISSION
Women United exists to provide financial support to organizations or groups that demonstrate the ability to enhance the quality of life for Siouxland youth. Women United membership gives Siouxland women the opportunity to:
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Direct their charitable contributions toward issues that matter most to them
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Join other women in actively improving the community we live in
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Network with members and non-profit agencies in the Siouxland area
WOMEN UNITED MEMBERSHIP LEVELS
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BRONZE (1/2 VOTE): $1,250 annually
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GOLD (1 VOTE): $2,500 annually
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PLATINUM (2 VOTES): $5,000 annually
New members may join at any time during the year! For more information contact Sharon Messerschmidt at smesserschmidt@unitedwaysiouxland.com or call (712) 255-3551.
WOMEN UNITED GRANTS
The members of Women United are committed to funding sustainable programs that improve the lives of Siouxland youth. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the last year was a difficult and challenging one for local non-profit agencies that provide those services and support. Subsequently applications from many deserving agencies were submitted for the 2021 Brighter Futures and Program grants. From those applications, Women United awarded the following agencies:
Brighter Futures Grant
Sky Ranch Behavioral Services - $22,500
Boys and Girls Home RT Opportunities School - $9,062
Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa - $10,000
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Siouxland - $9,062
Program Grant
Haven House - $1,885
Pier Center for Autism - $2,496
Catholic Charities - $1,244
The 2022 Women United online grant applications will be made available on November 10, 2021.
Brighter Future Grant requests of $2,500 - $50,000 can be made to support new or existing programs that address issues similar to those shown below. Awardees may apply for two additional years of funding.
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Poverty and its influence on children
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Health issues such as immunization rates and teen pregnancy
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Illiteracy and access to educational opportunities in the summer
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Parent involvement and its impact on children
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Food insecurity
Program Grant requests of $500 - $2,499 are made as one time awards, with a focus on specific needs such as playground equipment or tutors.
To learn more contact Sharon Messerschmidt at smesserschmidt@unitedwaysiouxland.com or call United Way at (712) 255-3551.