United Way of Pierce County Hosts Second Annual Elevate Women Event – A Day of Empowerment, Connection, and Opportunity
Tacoma, WA – August 1, 2025 — United Way of Pierce County is proud to present the second annual Elevate Women EmpowerHER Summit—a powerful day of community, learning, and leadership focused on uplifting women who are working hard but struggling to make ends meet.
This free, high-impact event will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at William Phillip Hall on the University of Washington – Tacoma campus. Attendees will experience a full day of workshops, inspiring speakers, networking, and access to resources—all designed to support women in rewriting their stories, on their own terms.
“This event is for the women who are the foundation of our communities—the caregivers, workers, and dreamers who give so much and deserve even more,” said Dona Ponepinto, United Way of Pierce County President and CEO.
The day will include engaging workshops on:
• Breaking the Wage Barrier: Exploring paths to higher-paying jobs, business ownership, and leadership.
• Prioritizing YOU: Supporting mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
• Using Your Voice: Advocacy, civic engagement, and influencing change.
• Financial Empowerment: Tools for saving, investing, and achieving financial independence.
• Military Focus: Specialized sessions for military members and spouses navigating unique career and life transitions.
Attendees can also bring their resumes and job search questions for career support and connect with mentors, employers, and community partners through the onsite Job and Resource Fair.
Keynote Speakers Include:
• Erin Jones – Award-winning educator, author, and racial equity advocate
• KD Hall – Emmy-nominated filmmaker and leadership communications expert
• Dr. Danielle Lord – Leadership strategist, entrepreneur, and author
All three speakers bring powerful personal stories, deep professional expertise, and a shared mission to elevate and empower.
Lunch is provided. Space is limited—register today:
https://bit.ly/2025ElevateWomen
Get Involved:
• Sponsor or host a table at the Job Fair: Vendor Registration
• Nonprofits & Government Agencies – Join the Resource Fair: Resource Table Sign-Up
• Volunteer at Elevate Women: Volunteer Sign-Up
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About United Way of Pierce County
United Way of Pierce County has served our community since 1921. Our history is rooted in partnerships—bringing people from different walks of life together to improve conditions for children, families and individuals. While that will never change, our role as a community fundraiser has shifted as the United Way movement has sharpened our focus to solve key community issues that are preventing people from meeting their full potential. Today we are leading change by breaking the cycle of poverty in Pierce County. UNITED, WE WILL LIFT 15,000 FAMILIES OUT OF POVERTY BY 2028.