Women in Philanthropy hosts its 15th Annual Power of the Purse on May 3 to raise money for women and children in the Midlands

United Way of the Midlands’ Women in Philanthropy hosts the 15th Annual Power of the Purse event Thursday, May 3, 5:30 p.m. at 701 Whaley to raise money to support local women and children on their path to economic stability.

“One-hundred percent of the net proceeds from Power of the Purse go directly back into our community thanks to the incredible sponsors we have within the community,” said Sara Fawcett, President and CEO of United Way of the Midlands. “This is Women in Philanthropy’s largest fundraising event of the year and allows this group of investors to create positive, measurable long-term change by focusing on root causes and pooling resources to increase impact.”

The event features a live and silent auction of designer purses, beauty and restaurant packages, vacation getaways, work by local artists and a Man Cave section with items for gentlemen.

Women in Philanthropy will be collecting new or gently-used luggage, backpacks, duffle bags and purses to donate to local women’s shelters for families in transition. Attendees may bring their items to the event.

Visit www.womeninphilanthropy.com to purchase event tickets. Tickets are $50 per person if purchased online. Tickets are available at the door for $60 per person.

About Women in Philanthropy

Women in Philanthropy (WIP) is an affinity group of United Way of the Midlands with the mission to improve the lives of local women and children through active leadership and collective philanthropy. Women in Philanthropy is made up of over 750 female and male investors. Learn more at www.womeninphilanthropy.com.

About United Way of the Midlands

United Way of the Midlands is the most organized, efficient and accountable system for investing in the community. With more than 70 Community Impact Partners, United Way works to identify and respond to the critical human service needs of Calhoun, Fairfield, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg and Richland counties. Funds are raised through workplace campaigns, grant writing and individual donations. For more information, please visit www.uway.org.