Women United
A powerful network of women who strengthen our community through an investment of talent, compassion, and philanthropy.
Women United
As one of the largest donor networks in the world, Women United brings together strong, passionate women, each sharing their unique experiences and expertise.
Changing Lives
Over the past 20 years, Women United was key in supporting the Healthy Youth initiative, specifically the nationally recognized Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program. The Women United Endowment Fund still supports these evidence-based strategies that align with Teen Pregnancy Prevention Initiative in perpetuity.
Beginning in 2023, Women United is embracing the latest United Way initiative, Teen Mental Wellness: Empowering Minds. The goal is to change the lives of high school students by focusing on prevention, equity, and access to mental health services.
Member Benefits
Over 1,600 members of Women United have raised over $240 million since 2002. You can be part of creating lasting change in our community for so many in need. In addition, you can:
- Build your network and collaborate with like-minded philanthropists and community leaders.
- Attend special events like the Women United Annual Bruncheon and the SPREE Shopping Event.
- Celebrate the accomplishments of others in the community. Each year Women United selects the Linda T. Mellowes Leader of the Year.
- Participate in meaningful volunteer and advocacy activities.
Become a Member Today
If your employer runs a United Way workplace campaign, please give $1,200+ through your workplace. All other donors click “Donate Now & Join” to open a new page and start your online donation. You will need to create a username and password so you can make your gift today.
Council Members
Women's Leadership Council Co-chairs
Lee Anne N. Conta, von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
Erika Smith, Froedtert ThedaCare Health
Women United Global Leadership Council Representative
Stacy Williams, Baird
Women's Leadership Council Members
Sandra Botcher, Northwestern Mutual*
Krista Brookman, Northwestern Mutual
Patty Cadorin, Community Volunteer*
Cheryl Carron, Jones Lang LaSalle*
Stephanie Chedid, Luther Manor*
Lisa Cieslak, GMR Marketing
Rachael Conrad, Rockwell Automation
Julia Currie, Direct Supply
April Dunn, Community Volunteer
Jane Durment, The Marcus Corporation - Retiree*
Jennifer Fahey, PwC
Lisa Fernandez, Deloitte LLP
Monica Genz, BMO
Cecelia Gore, Brewers Community Foundation*
Linda Gorens-Levey, General Capital Group*
Brighid Hillmuth, PNC
Kadie Jelenchick, Foley & Lardner LLP
Dana Johnson, Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Meg Kurlinski, Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.
Ginger Lazovik, Keller Williams Falk Ruvin Gallagher
Gail Lione, Dentons*
Christine Liu McLaughlin, Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.*
Linda Mellowes, Community Volunteer*
Amy O'Brien, Enterprise Mobility
Candy Pindyck, Community Volunteer*
Leslie Plamann, EY
Bobbi Sagan, Husco
Thelma A. Sias, We Energies - Retiree*
Lynn Sprangers, 54 Hands Productions*
Ann Stadler, University of Wisconsin – Whitewater
Mary Ellen Stanek, Baird*
Judie Taylor, Journey21, Inc.
Anne Tidmore, Johnson Financial Group
Susan Waldman, Johnson Controls
Jennifer Westphal, MGIC Investment Corporation
Aimee Wiedmeyer, Community Volunteer
Leslie Wininger, Advocate Health
Melody Wolske, PwC*
Katrene Zelenovskiy, Quarles
Jessica Zeratsky, Dykema
*Emeritus Member
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For questions or more information about joining Women United, please contact Nancy Clarkin via email or at 414.269.1990.