Women’s Leadership Society

It is truly amazing what we can achieve when we come together. Women’s Leadership Society (WLS) is a growing community of over 3,000 women who collectively give their time, talent and treasures to help people in the St. Louis region. We use the power of our community to bring driven women together to address social issues and work to create a solid foundation for our region.

By answering the call to help their neighbors in need, WLS members make a difference every day throughout our region.

MEMBER BENEFITS

Your investment directly improves the lives of thousands of local people. As a Women’s Leadership Society member, you’ll:

MEET

and connect with likeminded women and community leaders

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a nationally ranked group of female philanthropists

GAIN

new business and career opportunities by demonstrating community leadership

COMMUNITY

Our members network with fellow members through formal and informal events throughout the year. We use the power of our community to bring driven women together to address social issues.

PHILANTHROPY

We believe that there’s a real thrill to being part of something that helps to improve so many people’s lives in the St. Louis region. Women’s Leadership Society members gain access to rewarding opportunities to get involved in and help impact the many different issues facing our community, from education to financial stability to health.

LEADERSHIP

We strongly believe that every woman can harness the skills required to lead at work, in the community, and at home. Our members come from different industries and backgrounds, and use their unique experiences to inspire and challenge one another. Through the Women’s Leadership Society, we’re working to create a solid foundation for the St. Louis region.

Mentorship

New in 2022 is the WLS Mentorship Program. We are a community of engaged and inspired women who help each other reach personal and professional goals. The program runs annually and is offered exclusively to Leadership Givers.

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HEAR WHAT MEMBERS SAY

Alexis Hershey

"From Penny Pennington to Sharon Price John, I’ve had the luxury of listening to women CEOs tell their story. I even won a lunch with Penny Pennington that I will remember for the rest of my life! But, it’s not just about me. When I tour the United Way agencies or listen to the agency CEOs, I see how they are serving the broad community needs. There is no way that I alone could pick and choose where to donate as effectively as United Way. United Way is like a mutual fund of community investment. I trust United Way to allocate the funds where the need is greatest. I’ve seen the impact that my dollars make, which is why I increase my pledge every year."

Your dollars matter

$1,000

provides a month’s stay for a mother and her children in a domestic violence shelter

$2,000

provides emergency assistance for 5 families during a crisis

$5,000

helps 33 children in need with shoes and clothing for a school year

Member Criteria

Open to women who support Women's Leadership Society's mission and make an annual pledge of $1,000 or more to United Way of Greater St. Louis.

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READY TO JOIN?

The annual membership commitment for the Women's Leadership Society is a $1,000 donation to help people in the St. Louis region live their best possible lives.

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