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Our local network of 1,200+ members provides community-wide personal and professional development opportunities, and collectively invests in and advocates for programs that support financial security for all Dane County women. Help us reach more women and their families to help them succeed in work and life. 

An extension of the Women United Council, Women United Ambassadors are dynamic volunteers who serve as influencers within their network and community. These passionate volunteers work closely with Council to engage members, share updates, encourage participation and create belonging. 

How to apply: Contact Molly.Schumacher@uwdc.org, Director of Donor Engagement at United Way of Dane County.  

 

Minimum Commitment

  • Engage with Council leadership: Join our Council meetings twice a year (2 hours). 
  • Event engagement: Attend four annual events* and invite others to join you to foster connections with prospective and current members (12 hours). 
  • Digital Media Advocacy: Share our posts with personal networks to amplify visibility. 
  • Membership Representation and Growth: Act as a liaison between the Council, your workplace Women United members and the broader community. Promote impact, membership benefits and opportunities. Personally invite others to become invested members and support our mission. 

 

Maximize Your Impact

  • Secure sponsorships: Support our activities and get recognition for your workplace. 
  • Event assistance: Identify local experts and professional women for our programming. 
  • Volunteer with our Brunch Committee: Secure sponsorships, host a menstrual hygiene product drive, help us obtain in-kind donations for our silent auction, become a Table Host (February – May). 
  • Join your workplace giving campaign team: Recognize your workplace members and thank them for their annual investments. 
  • Promote Women United at Work: Connect your Women’s Employee Resource Group leadership with our supportive network of local women’s ERG leaders. 

 

Qualifications

  • Women United member and donor who has strong enthusiasm for our mission. 
  • Active on LinkedIn and willing to share organization-related content. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Comfortable attending events and engaging with diverse groups. 
  • Organized and proactive in following through on commitments.  

 

Benefits

  • Real impact with a highly organized, mission focused women’s affinity group. 
  • Recognition in our newsletters, social media and events. 
  • Meaningful connections with community-minded women and Dane County leaders. 
  • Represent your workplace and membership in our community. 
  • Flexibility to accommodate your capacity and workplace culture. 

 

Interested in being more involved? Join the Women United Council! This group helps engage our members through communications, planning of exclusive events and connecting one-on-one with other members. 

How to apply: Contact Molly.Schumacher@uwdc.org, Director of Donor Engagement at United Way of Dane County. 

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