Twenty-six Project LEAD participants graduated from the fall session on November 14. United Way is beginning the board matching process and has already made two placements. Do you serve on a board that is looking for new leaders? Email Joel Peterson to connect with Project LEAD graduates. Thank you to EY for sponsoring the fall session!

On November 2, Women United hosted the second annual SPREE: Shopping for Change. The event showcased local women-owned retailers and included an auction and a live painting. The $12,000 raised by the event benefitted the Community Fund.

Thank you to the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for hosting!

The Driver Of Diversity Awards on November 17 honored individuals and groups that embrace diversity. One MKE, the Diversity Leadership Society, ManpowerGroup, and MillerCoors partnered to celebrate these leaders.
Congratulations to this year's winners!
Corporation of the Year: MillerCoors
Entrepreneur of the Year: Yollande Tchouapi Deacon
Executive of the Year: Keith Stanley
Professional of the Year: Shary Tran

Gary Sprong recalls how United Way helped his family when he was a teenager and how he stayed connected with United Way for decades. Read about his volunteerism and adventures in retirement in his blog.

Learn more about Retire United.

Enjoy music, appetizers and drinks while spreading holiday cheer to those who need it! LINC suggests a $5 donation at the door benefitting the Community Fund. Thank you to Harley-Davidson Motor Company for sponsoring the event!
Register today!

Wed., December 6
5:30PM - 8:30PM
Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Join United Way for food and fun as we reveal the 2017 fundraising total and thank all who have helped us make a difference in our community. Tickets are $10/person; proceeds go to the Community Fund. RSVP here.

Thurs., December 14
5:00PM - 7:30PM
ManpowerGroup

IT United members: Save the date for the CIO Forum, an annual breakfast networking event which features CIO panel discussions on key technology trends and strategies.
Not an IT United member? Email Ger Yang to become one.

Fri., February 9, 2018
7:30AM - 12:00PM
Hilton Milwaukee City Center