United Way holds 11th annual Women in Philanthropy luncheon to benefit local foster youth
Event included fashion show, lunch and presentation by author of “Language of Flowers”
October 16, 2012 – More than 250 people helped foster youth blossom at United Way’s 11th Annual Women in Philanthropy Luncheon on Oct. 15 at the Crocker Art Museum.
The flower-themed event included a fashion show, gourmet lunch,
discussion panel with two foster youth, and a book signing and
presentation by Vanessa Diffenbaugh, author of “The Language of
Flowers.” United Way’s Women in Philanthropy members also
discussed their work supporting financial literacy courses and a
matched savings program for foster youth, and guests donated $100
to have foster youth participating in the fashion show keep their
ensembles.
“I was so proud to be surrounded by foster youth and the women
who care so much about them,” said Lisa Watts, chair, United
Way’s Women in Philanthropy. “It’s inspiring to see the powerful
effects on young people in challenging circumstances when they
learn confidence and self-sufficiency.”
United Way’s Women in Philanthropy brings women together to
foster the future, preparing foster youth for a successful
adulthood. A dynamic group of businesswomen, homemakers and
community leaders, Women in Philanthropy members raise funds,
hold drives and provide trainings focused on helping foster youth
rise to their dreams. The group also is a partner in United Way’s
$en$e-Ability project, helping foster youth become financially
self-sufficient through financial literacy courses and individual
development accounts that provide a matched savings program. For
more information, visit www.yourlocalunitedway.org/wip.