Women's Leadership Council
The Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) is a group of empowered women working with the United Way of North Central Florida to bring about meaningful change in the community. WLC hosts events featuring high profile speakers to educate and engage women on regional policy issues related to health, income and education. Members are encouraged and empowered to advocate for community change and to expand WLC’s leadership network by inviting their colleagues, friends and women in their community to join WLC.
MissionTo improve lives in our community by mobilizing the caring power of women to advance the common good.
Current and Upcoming Activities
Elementary Essentials: a children's clothing driveThe 2011/2012 school year is here! For many children, this is a time of shopping for new clothes and shoes and school supplies. But for families who struggle to make ends meet, this time of year is challenging. Children in our community are coming to school without proper uniforms, socks and even underwear, creating issues within our schools. Lack of underwear even poses a health concern.
Members of the Women's Leadership Council raised $1,055 in only 10 days in order to give local schools donations towards basic clothing essentials for students. Congrats ladies!
After recent news coverage of this terrible problem in our schools, the community has responded! We have re-opened the Elementary Essentials campaign and are looking to reach our next goal of another $2,500. Pledge through the link below if you are looking to help!
Next Meeting
Join us as we network and socialize this spring! Spring Fling event - details coming soon!