Women United® empowers women to drive positive change through philanthropy, advocacy and volunteerism, advancing financial stability across the Trident Region.
We are Women United.
As an integral part of United Way, Women United focuses on the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. We are a diverse, vibrant community, bound together by a powerful sense of belonging — to each other, to the organization’s mission and to the communities we call home. Our powerful, global network of women leaders, over 55,000 strong, lives united against the most critical issues facing more than 165 communities in six countries.
Our Values
Empowerment through Philanthropy
We leverage our collective strengths, resources and passion to empower women, inspire change and build stronger communities.
Collective Voice for Change
At Women United, we amplify the collective voice of women to drive meaningful change in our community.
Building Strong Communities
We inspire, educate and encourage women to effect change in our community with a focus on enhancing the lives of women and children
Lifetime Learning and Growth
We believe that the pursuit of knowledge, personal growth and continuous improvement is essential to creating a more informed, capable and adaptive community.
Steering Committee 2024-2025
Brianna Johnson, Berkeley Electric Cooperative, Chair
Kim Davis, Elliot Davis LLC, Vice Chair
Dusti Annan, Medical University of South Carolina, Immediate Past Chair
EmmaMarie Broome, St Andres's Family Fitness Plus!
Francine Christiansen, Christiansen Consulting
Emily Mungo Frank, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture
Laura Ganci, Pattison's Academy
Madison Hancock, The Bank of South Carolina
Wendy Kopp, Community Volunteer
Ashley Mancini, HireQuest Inc.
Mary Mauldin, Medical University of South Carolina
Missy Parker, Community Volunteer
Sydney Stowe, Community Volunteer
Jennifer Wadford, Santee Cooper
Amanda Wagner, Fast Track Workforce Solutions
Submissions are now open for the 2025 Women United Awards!
Each year at the annual Awards Luncheon, Women United recognizes women in the Tri-County area who embody TUW's core principals. Submissions are open through March 8. For more information contact Leah Moore at LMoore@tuw.org.
Hands on Hero of the Year
Nonprofit Leader of the Year
Role Model of the Year
RESCHEDULED - 2025 Women United Lunch & Learn Her Health Matters: Medical Professionals on Women's Health Issues
RESCHEDULED DATE
Join us for an engaging and empowering Lunch & Learn event, where a panel of accomplished female medical professionals will dive into critical health topics facing women today.
Our expert panel includes a neurologist, a psychiatrist and a health and wellness coach specializing in metabolic weight loss. Together, they’ll share insights, answer questions and provide actionable advice on navigating the unique challenges women encounter in their health journeys. From mental well-being to cancer prevention, brain health and achieving sustainable wellness goals, this event will inspire and equip you to take charge of your health.
Whether you're seeking information, inspiration or connection, Her Health Matters is the perfect opportunity to learn from and engage with leading women in medicine. Don’t miss this chance to prioritize your health and leave feeling informed, empowered and ready to thrive!
Date: Friday, March 14, 2025
Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Blackbaud, 65 Fairchild Street, Daniel Island
Lunch is included, $15 TUW Leadership Donor Members/ $20 Non-Member
Panelists:
Alyssa A Rheingold, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Professor, Associate Director at the National Crime Victim's Research at the Medical University of South Carolina
Dr. Christine Holmstedt
Professor of Neurology & Director of Clinical Stroke Services at the Medical University of South Carolina
Alisa Turner
Certified Physician Assistant & Health and Wellness Coach
Moderator:
Angela Johnson
Director of Health at Trident United Way
If you purchased a ticket for the original date and are not able to attend on the new event date, you can transfer your ticket to a friend or colleague. If you have any specific questions about tickets, please contact Lee Anne Stone, Events Manager, lastone@tuw.org. Thank you for your understanding and support.
2024 Women United October Social
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 Women United October Social at Edmund's Oast Brewing Co.! We loved seeing new and familiar faces, and look forward to our next gathering.
2024 Women United Awards Luncheon
Close to 200 women gathered on Wednesday, June 5, at Trident Technical College to celebrate the incredible honorees of the 2024 Women United Awards Luncheon Rise Together: Empowered Women Inspire Change. Award recipients spoke to the theme of the event, sharing stories of impact and inspiring attendees to rise together to take action to help our friends and neighbors. Keynote speaker Anita Zucker presented Dr. Mary Thornley with the first-ever Women United Lifetime Achievement Award, and closed the afternoon with an incredible conversation and advice from Dr. Thornley that time is your most precious resource.
We hope everyone left the event feeling empowered to create change in our community!
Congratulations to Our Award Recipients
- Nonprofit Leader of the Year: Robin Haggard, Communities in Schools
- Hands-on Hero of the Year: Ruhamah Dunmeyer Grooms, Booz Allen Hamilton
- Role Model of the Year: Sonia Hanson, SouthState Bank and Sunflowers of HOPE, Inc.
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr. Mary Thornley, Trident Technical College
Pictured L to R: Robin Haggard, Ruhamah Dunmeyer Grooms, Anita Zucker, Dr. Mary Thornley, Sonia Hanson, DJ Hampton
Project Undercover
Attendees of the luncheon were asked to donate through an Amazon Wishlist or bring new bra, socks or underwear to donate to women and children in need as part of Project Undercover. Underwear and bras are the most under-donated, yet most-needed items of clothing. Hygeine and physical comfort are only a part of this basic human need. New, clean underwear, socks and bras also provide dignity and self-esteem.
Thanks to generous attendees and supporters, close to $1,000 worth of items were donated through Project Undercover!
Items are being donated to Communities in Schools and Sunflowers of HOPE, Inc.
Special Thanks to Our Event Sponsors
Presenting Sponsors
Media Sponsor
Impact Sponsors
Alliance Program Sponsors
Our generous Alliance Program sponsors contribute a single gift to support Trident United Way events and activities throughout the year.
2024 Women United Lunch and Learn
Women from all around the Tri-County area gathered on Thursday, January 25 at Blackbaud for the Trident United Way Women United Lunch & Learn: Breaking Barriers, a panel discussion featuring four incredible women sharing their professional journeys.
Panel moderator Nella Barkley guided the event with thoughtful, insightful questions and panelists Page Bullington, Anne Forrest and Alyssa Richardson provided incredible insight on their path to leadership.
Thank you to all who attended and participated in the event!
For more information, or to join Trident United Way Women United, contact Leah Moore at (843) 740-7748 or lmoore@tuw.org.