Women United SPREE: Shopping for Change, is hosted annually by United Way's Women United donor network. The purpose of this event is to support, raise awareness, and promote local women-owned businesses while raising money for United Way's Teen Mental Wellness: Empowering Minds initiative.
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel 139 East Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee, WI 53202
5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Raffle Sales & Sign-up Party 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Program & Live Auction 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Cocktails, Hors d'oeuvres, Desserts - and more Shopping
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For more information, please contact Erin Keating at 414.263.8125.
Sign-Up Parties
Join us on Thursday, August 7 for a delightful evening of culinary and cultural adventure learning to make authentic tamales under the expert guidance of renowned community leader Nancy Hernandez. 20 individuals will gather around the kitchen island at the lovely Mequon home of Holly Baumgart as Nancy shares her secrets to crafting the perfect tamale. Join the party to indulge in a variety of refreshing tequila cocktails - classic Margaritas, spicy Paloma's and other handcrafted creations along with a delicious meal featuring your homemade tamales, paired with other traditional sides and a variety of salsas.
Donated by: Nancy Hernandez; Holly Baumgart
Live United all year long with your branded cutting board. Use your $15 gift card to the Milwaukee Public Market and create a beautiful charcuterie display. Invite your friends over, have some wine and cheese, and talk about the importance of United Way in our community. Only 15 available.
Donated by: United Way & Women’s Leadership Council
2024 Live Auction Items
Experience a luxurious five-course gourmet meal for eight by the highly acclaimed personal chef, Chef Deborah, in the comfort of your home. Donated by: Chef Deborah
Enjoy a two-night stay at the beautiful Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel with a classic Milwaukee night out with dinner and a live show! Package includes $300 gift card to Buckley’s for dinner, 4 tickets to a 2024/25 performance at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater with a special behind-the-scennes tour for select shows, and $100 food and beverage credit at the Saint Kate-The Arts Hotel. Donated by: Marcus Hotels & Resorts; Milwaukee Repertory Theater; Women’s Leadership Council
Trade your worries for flip flops and enjoy short walks to the beach during your week-long stay in this spacious and serene Florida retreat for up to 12 people. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property has new designer decor and a newly remodeled patio. Nestled in the beachside community of Deerfield Beach, south of Boca Raton and north of Fort Lauderdale, this home’s location provides abundant possibilities! Book your week-long stay, based on availability. (Christmas week and the months of February and March are excluded.) Donated by: The Conrad Family
Start the new year right by cheering on the Marquette Men’s Basketball Team as they play Creighton on January 3, 2025 in this luxury suite for 15. This package includes plenty of food and drinks plus 5 Fiserv Forum parking passes. Donated by: Fiduciary Management, Inc.
Root for Brewers in a Suite for 24 people plus 10 parking passes and $500 in food & beverage credit for a mutually agreed upon game in the 2025 season. And an opportunity to throw out the First Pitch! The First Pitch comes with an additional four 4 Field Level Tickets for your biggest fans to get up close at the game of your choice. (based on availability) Donated by: Rockwell Automotive; The Brewers Community Foundation, Women’s Leadership Council
Bring your bestie and enjoy a sleepover at the Pfister! Package includes a $300 gift card to the Pfister WELL Spa and $200 in food & beverage credit. Donated by: Marcus Hotels & Resorts; Lee Anne Conta
Dinner for six at the Chef's Table, the only private dining experience in southeastern Wisconsin. The gastronomy-rich style of The Chef's Table features a warm, open concept and three wonderfully unique dining experiences – The Grand Table, Speakeasy, or Soda Shoppe.
Donated by: Chef’s Table
2024 Women United Events Committee Members
Rachael Conrad, Rockwell Automation *LeeAnne Conta, von Briesen & Roper, s.c. Jennifer Fahey, PwC Kadie Jelenchick, Foley & Lardner LLP Becky Kennedy, Enerpac Tool Group *Aimee Wiedmeyer, Community Volunteer Jennifer Westphal, MGIC Investment Corporation Stacy Williams, Baird-Private Wealth Management Katya Zelenovskiy, Quarles
*Event Committee Co-Chair