July 2025

#1 Join Us for TRIVIA Night!

Test your knowledge with a little friendly competition.

Join Women United, Retire United, and Emerging Leaders for an evening of trivia, laughter, and connection. Meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and test your knowledge in a fun, relaxed setting.

There is no cost to attend but registration is recommended. You do not need to be a member of these groups to participate.

Location: Uncommon Pints (27 Brown Blvd. Rothschild, WI 54474)

Grab a friend and come ready to play—we can't wait to see you there!

#2 Power of the Purse 2025 Raises $30,000 at Signature Event

Women United's signature event, Power of the Purse, raised more than $30,000 at the 15th annual event Thursday, June 5.

About 180 supporters attended the fundraiser held at Central Wisconsin Expo & Convention Center. This year's event was full of energy, laughter, and friendly bidding wars. At one point, the auctioneer stood on a chair to place herself between two women who were in a bidding war!

All proceeds are invested into programs that support women in your community working to increase self-sufficiency and improve their lives.

#3 Day of Action Volunteers Breathe Life into Community Closet walls

On June 20 an amazing group of volunteers gathered at our Community Closet to give the walls a fresh coat of paint in a soothing blue hue.

Day of Action is a day where hundreds of United Ways and thousands of volunteers around the world make a difference in the communities in which they live and work.

We know that volunteerism does good, but sometimes we forget that it feels good, too. Studies show that volunteerism helps people feel connected, feel valued and feel better.

At United Way of Marathon County, we offer unique volunteer opportunities with our Community Closet, Mobile Community Closet, Hunger Coalition, and more.

#4 Juneteenth - a Day of Giving Back to the Community

We had a busy Juneteenth day Thursday, June 19!

Our United Way staff spent the day volunteering in the community at multiple nonprofits. At the end of the day, some were covered in dirt and some with animal hair, but it was a day to remember. Below is where we spent our time.

• Humane Society of Marathon County
• The Neighbors' Place
• Wausau Habitat Restore
• United Way Hunger Coalition's 'Our Garden'

#5 Roundup of Events with Women United, Emerging Leaders, Retire United

Monday, July 14: Join Emerging Leaders and Women United and volunteer to help Fill a Backpack, Fill a Need.

Saturday, July 19: Walk (and shop) with Women United at the Wausau Farmers Market.

Thursday, July 14: Emerging Leaders, Women United, and Retire United Trivia Night. Everyone is welcome!

Tuesday, July 29: Workplace Champions Workshop (raise money like a pro!)

Tuesday, August 5: Emerging Leaders Leadership Launch with Organizational Development Specialist Jennifer Ekiss.

Thursday, August 7: Women United volunteering with Women Build and Habitat for Humanity Wausau. This future homeowner is a single mom of three boys who has been working hard to support her family and create a place they can call home.

Calendar of Events

• Thursday, July 10: Mobile Community Closet rolls into Mosinee
• Saturday, July 19: Mobile Closet at Bridge Community Health Clinic Festival
• Tuesday, August 5: Mobile Closet at Spencer Kids Group

Save the Date

• Thursday, September 4: Campaign Kickoff Event! Registration is Open