Why WIP?
We strive to stimulate positive change in community leadership by increasing women’s involvement in the community, women’s community networks and personal development of all women involved. We promote the idea that every woman can and must be a philanthropist if the challenges facing women and families are going to be addressed.
Volunteer Opportunities
Support women in our community by volunteering with WIP!
Opportunities include:
- Reading to children in families currently experiencing homelessness
- Serving snacks to children at local homeless shelters
- Teaching life skills to women and families trying to get back on their feet
WIP Events
WIP offers many opportunities for socializing and philanthropic giving throughout the year, including:
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Power of the Purse is WIP's annual signature fundraiser and features a one-of-a-kind auction of designer handbags and other unique items. Funds raised benefit WIP's grantees.
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Our Leadership Breakfast, held each December, features a dynamic speaker and chance to network with well-known women in our community and other Women in Philanthropy investors.
Upcoming Events
2024 WIP Leadership Breakfast
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 7:30 - 9:00 AM
Awaken Resilience: Leading Through Transition Join Women in Philanthropy for their annual Leadership Breakfast and be inspired as women come together to celebrate and hear from keynote speaker Darci Strickland Rush. Darci will share her journey of leadership through transition, from her role as a...
2025 Humanitarian of the Year Dinner and Award Ceremony
Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Calvin Elam has been named the 2025 Humanitarian of the Year. The event will be held at the Pastides Alumni Center at 900 Senate St, Columbia, SC 29201 on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. Registration and more information will be available soon!
What We Do
We strive to stimulate positive change in community leadership by increasing women’s involvement in the community, women’s community networks and personal development of all women involved. We promote the idea that every woman can and must be a philanthropist if the challenges facing women and families are going to be addressed.
Through social and fundraising events, such as Power of the Purse (one of the most unique events in Midlands), and educational and volunteer opportunities, WIP offers investors a variety of ways to stay involved throughout the year. There are numerous networking and personal development opportunities provided throughout each year. Additionally, we make annual grants through United Way's request for proposal (RFP) processes.
How to Join or renew
Any donor who makes an annual unrestricted contribution of $500 or more is an investor. New investors are considered WIP members as soon as their pledge is received. Pledges can be made through United Way workplace campaigns or as individual donations.
Required UNRESTRICTED donation:
- Ages 21 & up: $500 annually | $42 a month
Individuals: Give online now to join WIP!
Workplace Campaigns: Fill out this membership form to join or renew.
Please return form to:
United Way of the Midlands
Attn: Valencia Primas
1818 Blanding Street
Columbia, SC 29201
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Scan the form carefully and email it to Valencia Primas at vprimas@uway.org
