September 2025 News

Our Campaign Launched June 1: Your Gift. Their Future. United is the Way.

Power of the Purse is Coming to Charlotte County

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, fashion, and philanthropy at Power of the Purse! Enjoy a designer purse auction, exciting raffles, a delicious lunch, and the ultimate gals day out—all while making a meaningful impact. Hosted by Women United Charlotte County, this inspiring event brings together women from across our community to raise funds that support local children and families.

Special thanks to our generous sponsors: WrightWay Emergency Services, Fifth Third Bank, Cruise Planners - Julie Lang and Sunny Day Gift Designs. Your support helps us create lasting change in Charlotte County.

Welcoming New Faces to the UWCC Board Table

This week, we pulled up three new chairs — and with them came fresh energy, powerful stories, and hearts ready to serve. I’m honored to introduce our newest Board Members and share what brought them to the table. 

To read the full column in The Daily Sun, please click here.

Belinda Campbell is a Charlotte County native and longtime Punta Gorda business owner, with over 20 years of retail experience.

She has been actively involved in community initiatives, including Women United, and is deeply committed to supporting women and families in our area

Raised in Arcadia by his single mother and three older sisters, Craig Brandon is a DeSoto County High School graduate who has served Charlotte County in law enforcement for over 25 years.

He now leads the Mental Health Unit at the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office in partnership with Charlotte Behavioral Health Care.

Beth Sargent, Broker Associate, at Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has called Charlotte County home since 2000. Beth helps families put down roots in this community and is now raising her own two children here with her husband, Keith. She brings a passion for service and a strong belief in the power of local involvement.

We’re sincerely grateful for the support of our corporate partners.

2025-2026

Charlotte Community Foundation, Charlotte County Board of Commissioners, Community Foundation of Sarasota County, Florida Power & Light, Fifth Third Bank, Gulf Coast Community Foundation, HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital,

The Patterson Foundation and Publix Super Markets

Mission: Mobilizing the power of our community so all can thrive