What We Do
We strive to stimulate positive change in community leadership by increasing women’s involvement in the community, women’s community networks and personal development of all women involved. We promote the idea that every woman can and must be a philanthropist if the challenges facing women and families are going to be addressed.
Through social and fundraising events, such as Power of the Purse (one of the most unique events in Midlands), and educational and volunteer opportunities, WIP offers investors a variety of ways to stay involved throughout the year. There are numerous networking and personal development opportunities provided throughout each year. Additionally, we make annual grants through United Way's request for proposal (RFP) processes.
How to Join or renew
Any donor who makes an annual contribution of $500 or more to WIP is an investor. New investors are considered WIP members as soon as their pledge is received. Pledges can be made through United Way workplace campaigns or as individual donations.
Required donation:
- Ages 21 & up: $500 annually | $42 a month
Individuals: Give online now to join WIP!
Workplace Campaigns: Fill out this membership form to join or renew.
Please return form to:
United Way of the Midlands
Attn: Sarah Brennecke
1818 Blanding Street
Columbia, SC 29201
OR
Scan the form carefully and email it to Sarah Brennecke.
Being Allies: Part IV
Join WIP, in partnership with Colonial Life, for the fourth part of our "Being Allies" series as we discuss Being Allies for the LGBTQIA Community. This discussion will feature Dr. Jamie Franco and Corey Havard, Prism United Executive Director. The moderator will be Aaron West of Colonial Life, and this final portion of the series will occur on June 28 at 11 a.m.
Why WIP?
We strive to stimulate positive change in community leadership by increasing women’s involvement in the community, women’s community networks and personal development of all women involved. We promote the idea that every woman can and must be a philanthropist if the challenges facing women and families are going to be addressed.
Events
WIP offers many opportunities for socializing and philanthropic giving throughout the year, including:
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Power of the Purse is WIP's annual signature fundraiser and features a one-of-a-kind auction of designer handbags and other unique items. Funds raised benefit WIP's grantees.
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Our Leadership Breakfast, held each December, features a dynamic speaker and chance to network with well-known women in our community and other Women in Philanthropy investors.
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Food for Thought breakfast series is designed to bring awareness and educate us on topics related to our signature issue: financial stability.
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WIP on the Town is WIP's quarterly pop-up event held at different places around the Midlands.
Upcoming Events
Being Allies - Part IV
Our Being Allies series will conclude on June 28th at 11 a.m. with a virtual discussion around Being Allies for the LGBTQIA Community featuring Dr. Jamie Franco and Corey Havard, executive director of Prism United. The discussion will be moderated by Aaron West of Colonial Life. Cognito.load("forms"...
Volunteer Opportunities
Support women in our community by volunteering with WIP!
Opportunities include:
- Reading to children in families currently experiencing homelessness
- Serving snacks to children at local homeless shelters
- Teaching life skills to women and families trying to get back on their feet
