Women United® empowers women to drive positive change through philanthropy, advocacy and volunteerism, advancing financial stability across the Trident Region.
We are Women United.
As an integral part of United Way, Women United focuses on the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community. We are a diverse, vibrant community, bound together by a powerful sense of belonging — to each other, to the organization’s mission and to the communities we call home. Our powerful, global network of women leaders, over 55,000 strong, lives united against the most critical issues facing more than 165 communities in six countries.
Our Values
Empowerment through Philanthropy
We leverage our collective strengths, resources and passion to empower women, inspire change and build stronger communities.
Collective Voice for Change
At Women United, we amplify the collective voice of women to drive meaningful change in our community.
Building Strong Communities
We inspire, educate and encourage women to effect change in our community with a focus on enhancing the lives of women and children
Lifetime Learning and Growth
We believe that the pursuit of knowledge, personal growth and continuous improvement is essential to creating a more informed, capable and adaptive community.
Steering Committee 2024-2025
Brianna Johnson, Berkeley Electric Cooperative, Chair
Kim Davis, Elliot Davis LLC, Vice Chair
Dusti Annan, Medical University of South Carolina, Immediate Past Chair
EmmaMarie Broome, St Andres's Family Fitness Plus!
Francine Christiansen, Christiansen Consulting
Emily Mungo Frank, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture
Laura Ganci, Pattison's Academy
Madison Hancock, The Bank of South Carolina
Wendy Kopp, Community Volunteer
Ashley Mancini, HireQuest Inc.
Mary Mauldin, Medical University of South Carolina
Missy Parker, Community Volunteer
Sydney Stowe, Community Volunteer
Jennifer Wadford, Santee Cooper
Amanda Wagner, Fast Track Workforce Solutions
2025 Women United Awards Luncheon
Join us for an inspiring afternoon celebrating women who lead with service, dedication and impact. We’ll honor three award categories: Nonprofit Professional of the Year, Hands-On Hero of the Year and Role Model of the Year.
This year’s keynote, presented by Wendy Brewer - Financial Advisor at Wells Fargo, will focus on financial empowerment for women, offering practical strategies to build wealth, strengthen families and uplift communities.
Aligned with Trident United Way’s mission to support financial stability, this luncheon is a call to action—to invest in ourselves and each other. Reserve your seat today and be part of this movement for lasting change!
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
The College Center - Trident Technical College
7000 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406
Project Undercover
Personal hygiene and physical comfort are basic human rights. New, clean underwear, socks and bras provide dignity and self-esteem and yet are the most under-donated items of clothing for unhoused and underprivileged communities.
Through this year’s Project Undercover we will collect new underwear, socks and bras to support children in grades K-12 through the Annual School Support Drive through our partner donor networks, Young Leaders United and PULSE.
Schools supported are: Chicora Elementary School, River Oaks Middle School, Cross High School and the McKinney Vento Program of Berkeley County.
Please consider bringing new undergarments to the Women United Awards Luncheon or donate via our Amazon Wish List!
Thank you to our generous event sponsors!
Empowerment Sponsor
Impact Sponsors
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Resiliance Sponsors
Questions? Email Leah at LMoore@TUW.org.
2025 Women United March Social
Trident United Way Women United invite you to join them in volunteering with the Lowcountry Food Bank! Participate in the volunteer project and enjoy light snacks and refreshments while connecting with other Women United members and community-focused individuals.
Date: Wednesday, March 26
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Lowcountry Food Bank, 2684 Azalea Drive, North Charleston
Please contact Leah Moore at LMoore@tuw.org for more information.
2025 Women United Awards Submissions
Each year at the annual Awards Luncheon, Women United recognizes women in the Tri-County area who embody TUW's core principals. Submissions are open through March 8. For more information contact Leah Moore at LMoore@tuw.org.
Hands on Hero of the Year
Nonprofit Leader of the Year
Role Model of the Year
Nominations are now closed. Thank you to everyone for your incredible and well-deserved submissions. We look forward to recognizing the award recipients at the Women United Awards Luncheon.
2025 Women United Lunch & Learn Her Health Matters: Medical Professionals on Women's Health Issues
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Women United Lunch & Learn: Her Health Matters! It was an engaging and informative event, filled with insightful discussions on women’s health.
A special thank you to our incredible panelists for sharing their expertise and to all attendees for your thoughtful participation. Together, we’re empowering our community with knowledge and resources for healthier lives!
Panelists:
Alyssa A Rheingold, PhD
Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Professor, Associate Director at the National Crime Victim's Research at the Medical University of South Carolina
Dr. Christine Holmstedt
Professor of Neurology & Director of Clinical Stroke Services at the Medical University of South Carolina
Alisa Turner
Health and Wellness Coach
Dr. Reshma Khan
Director of National Health Services at ICNA Relief USA, founder of Shifa Free Clinic and board-certified Ob/Gyn.
Moderator:
Angela Johnson
Director of Health at Trident United Way
2024 Women United October Social
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 Women United October Social at Edmund's Oast Brewing Co.! We loved seeing new and familiar faces, and look forward to our next gathering.
2024 Women United Awards Luncheon
Close to 200 women gathered on Wednesday, June 5, at Trident Technical College to celebrate the incredible honorees of the 2024 Women United Awards Luncheon Rise Together: Empowered Women Inspire Change. Award recipients spoke to the theme of the event, sharing stories of impact and inspiring attendees to rise together to take action to help our friends and neighbors. Keynote speaker Anita Zucker presented Dr. Mary Thornley with the first-ever Women United Lifetime Achievement Award, and closed the afternoon with an incredible conversation and advice from Dr. Thornley that time is your most precious resource.
We hope everyone left the event feeling empowered to create change in our community!
Congratulations to Our Award Recipients
- Nonprofit Leader of the Year: Robin Haggard, Communities in Schools
- Hands-on Hero of the Year: Ruhamah Dunmeyer Grooms, Booz Allen Hamilton
- Role Model of the Year: Sonia Hanson, SouthState Bank and Sunflowers of HOPE, Inc.
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Dr. Mary Thornley, Trident Technical College
Pictured L to R: Robin Haggard, Ruhamah Dunmeyer Grooms, Anita Zucker, Dr. Mary Thornley, Sonia Hanson, DJ Hampton
Project Undercover
Attendees of the luncheon were asked to donate through an Amazon Wishlist or bring new bra, socks or underwear to donate to women and children in need as part of Project Undercover. Underwear and bras are the most under-donated, yet most-needed items of clothing. Hygeine and physical comfort are only a part of this basic human need. New, clean underwear, socks and bras also provide dignity and self-esteem.
Thanks to generous attendees and supporters, close to $1,000 worth of items were donated through Project Undercover!
Items are being donated to Communities in Schools and Sunflowers of HOPE, Inc.
Special Thanks to Our Event Sponsors
Presenting Sponsors
Media Sponsor
Impact Sponsors
Alliance Program Sponsors
Our generous Alliance Program sponsors contribute a single gift to support Trident United Way events and activities throughout the year.
For more information, or to join Trident United Way Women United, contact Leah Moore at (843) 740-7748 or lmoore@tuw.org.