Women United
Women United is a powerful force dedicated to creating opportunities and essential building blocks for empowering women as leaders in their communities.
Ignite Change Together
Together, we tackle the most pressing issues and leverage our passions, ideas, and expertise to transform lives and communities. Our mission focuses on education, poverty prevention, and building a robust safety net.
Chocolate, Champagne, & Couture For-a-Cause 2025 Highlights
On April 19th, 2025, we gathered for our signature event – Chocolate, Champagne, & Couture For-a-Cause – in our 10th annual celebration. We raised our glasses and our voices in support of women across Hawaiʻi. Through the support of our sponsors, guests and volunteers we raised funds for a brighter future for women in Hawai`i.
View and download photos from the beautiful event!
Join A Community
Network & Connect
Build relationships with fellow passionate women and influential community leaders
Leverage Your Skills
Share your expertise and talents through committees and volunteer opportunities
Drive Change
Contribute to an internationally recognized group of dedicated female philanthropists committed to lasting impact
Transform Lives
Your investment directly supports women and children in Hawaii, paving the way for their success
AUW Women United – Lift, Thrive, & Shine in Our Community
Our Goals
As a Women United member, you join a community of like-minded women who are committed to strengthening our community. The major goals of AUW Women United are:
- Empowering Women & Families: Creating pathways to success.
- Promoting Education: Fostering lifelong learning.
- Advancing Financial Stability: Supporting economic independence.
- Enhancing Health & Well-Being: Prioritizing holistic community health.
- Encouraging Volunteerism & Advocacy: Mobilizing action for change.
Benefits of Membership
Women United membership provides opportunities to connect more deeply with the people and programs that your investments support.
- Belong to a Community: Join like-minded women who share their time, talent, and treasure to uplift others.
- Volunteer & Serve: Take part in hands-on volunteer and community service opportunities throughout the year.
- Network & Build: Connect with business, nonprofit, and civic leaders who share your philanthropic spirit.
- Engage & Celebrate: Receive invitations for member-only events to meet and talk story with other individuals who share our goals of making a lasting difference for women and families in Hawaiʻi.
- Support Signature Events: Enjoy priority access to Women United’s signature annual fundraiser: Chocolate, Champagne, & Couture For-a-Cause.
- Lead & Participate: Join Women United committees and help guide programs, events, and initiatives that create real change.
How to Get Involved
Joining Women United requires a minimum annual commitment of $1,000, which can easily be made in individual donations or through your workplace giving campaign, if your organization participates.
We invite you to explore our various committees — membership, volunteering, or fundraising — offering an excellent opportunity to network and engage with fellow members.
Membership Committee
The WU Membership Committee aims to recruit and engage local Women United members. Committee members will host our annual Membership Meeting, help create engaging opportunities to connect, and assist in efforts to expand our membership.
Volunteer Committee
The WU Volunteer Committee seeks out and coordinates community service projects for WU members and supporters. While working with AUW’s 250+ partner agencies you can provide volunteer support as needed while meeting fellow WU members.
Fundraising Committee
The WU Fundraising Committee supports our signature event: Chocolate, Champagne, & Couture For-a-Cause. Committee members aim to provide an exciting experience for WU supporters while raising funds to support the WU Fund.
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2025 Women United Board Members
Lanae Santos
Kelly Camps
Ali Urbick
Dee Lim
Laura Guinn-Hall
Kathleen Wagner
Yvette Barradas
Simone Perez
Cherie Martyn
Cara Mazzei
Taiba Sutcliffe
Jen Wenzel
Terri Fujii
Michelle Stofle
Ka’ili Trask O’Connell