Women United
A growing, global force of 75,000+ women in 165 countries
WOMEN UNITED MEMBERS ARE CHANGING RHODE ISLAND.
Vision Statement
Women United envisions a future where all children in Rhode Island have equitable access to educational opportunities to thrive. Through leadership, advocacy, and community engagement, we aim to increase access to safe and supportive environments where children can learn and grow.
Mission Statement
Women United’s mission is to engage and mobilize the power and leadership of women through education, philanthropy, advocacy, and service. Focusing on early childhood education and out-of-school learning opportunities, Women United leaders drive measurable change, empowering communities and shaping brighter futures for generations of Rhode Islanders to come.
What’s Coming Up with Women United
Volunteer. Advocate. Connect. Recharge.
Join us for upcoming events that bring women together to create impact across Rhode Island.
Join Women United, sign up for our newsletter, and stay up to date on additional opportunities, including:
- Taking testimony into action with a State House Advocacy Day
- Educational workshop webinars
- New volunteer opportunities
- Our Day of Action Book Drive with United Way of Rhode Island
- Back-to-School Backpack Drive
Why join?
Women United of Rhode Island brings together women who are passionate about strengthening our community through collective philanthropy, advocacy, and leadership. Together, we invest in solutions that help women, children, and families—especially ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households —achieve long-term stability and opportunity.
Women United is part of a global United Way movement of 75,000+ women across 165 communities, united by the belief that when women lead, communities thrive.
OUR RHODE ISLAND IMPACT
Women United Rhode Island advances United Way of Rhode Island’s mission by investing in solutions that help working families achieve stability and opportunity.
Through collective giving, advocacy, and leadership, Women United members are:
Supporting nonprofit partners serving women, children, and ALICE households
Investing in early learning and family stability initiatives
Building a growing network of women leaders committed to equity and opportunity
Our work focuses on the issues that most directly impact families who are working hard but struggling to afford the basics:
Early Learning & Family Support – Promoting school readiness and access to quality childcare
Economic Stability for ALICE Families – Strengthening household financial security
Women’s Leadership & Advocacy – Elevating women’s voices to influence systems-level change across Rhode Island
MEMBERSHIP & ENGAGEMENT
As a Women United member, you join a powerful network of women turning compassion into action.
Members:
- Give collectively to support high-impact initiatives
- Volunteer with trusted nonprofit partners
- Advocate for change through education and policy engagement
- Connect with women leaders through events and learning opportunities
Membership is open to individuals who make an annual gift of $1,000 or more to United Way of Rhode Island.
LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Women United of Rhode Island is guided by a volunteer Leadership Council of women leaders from across sectors who help shape strategy, engagement, and impact.
Leadership Council members serve as ambassadors, guide programming, and support membership growth.
Add your voice, leadership, and generosity to our collective impact.
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