Let’s Build a Bold, Bright Future Together
Our third annual Empower Possible signature fundraising event was held on April 27th at McNamara Alumni Center to support our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. Event highlights included the presentation of our Woman of Power and Kate Berman Leadership Awards, as well as the announcement our inaugural Camille J. Gage Fellowship awardee, Amoke Kubat.
For more than 130 years, we have inspired our community to envision what’s possible and offered the tools and resources to achieve it. Through racial justice training and advocacy, early learning, youth development and wellness programs, we empower what’s possible. Let’s build a bold, bright future together.
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Event Highlights
Cocktail Hour
Silent Auction
Dinner
Award Announcement
Networking
Live Music
Leadership Awards
Each year at our Empower Possible event, we present the Woman of Power and Kate Berman Leadership Awards to honor women from the private and public sectors across the Twin Cities who have demonstrated commitment, enthusiasm and support for our mission. Last year we announced the 2023 Woman of Power Award recipient is Atum Azzahir and the Kate Berman Leadership Award recipient is Pam Stegora Axberg.
We’re excited to announce this year’s Woman of Power and Kate Berman leadership recipients!
Support Life
Changing Programs
Empower Possible signature fundraiser is an inspirational opportunity to support life-changing programs that eliminate racism and empower women and girls in our community.
Every year, we deliver innovative programs and passionate advocacy in racial justice, education and wellness, creating a positive impact on the lives of over 15,000 people in our community.
Our Impact Each Year:
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Over 2,000 people gained racial justice understanding
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617 children received high-quality early childhood education
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921 youth were equipped with essential skills in out-of-school time programs
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We supported 11,000 fitness members and awarded 391 scholarships
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820 racers competed in our 14th annual Women’s Triathlon – ranging in age from 11 to 84!
Sponsorship Opportunities
As a sponsor of Empower Possible, you will demonstrate support for YWCA Minneapolis, serving women and families for 130 years. Event sponsorship connects your organization to YWCA’s powerful legacy and invests in the path ahead. We invite you to support our mission by becoming a sponsor.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact engagement@ywcampls.org.