Women United Waterloo Region is a dynamic network of professional female leaders who believe in the power of collective giving and fundraising to drive lasting impact for women and children in our community. As a Leadership Giving committee of the United Way, we are united by our desire to make a meaningful difference through our strategic giving, advocacy and fundraising efforts. We’re fuelling local programs and initiatives that create a ripple effect of kindness, compassion, and generosity that will be felt for generations to come. We’re proud to be part of a larger movement of women who are using their skills, talents, and resources to create positive change in their communities.
What We Do
We connect, engage, and mobilize women to volunteer, give, and lead in their communities, focusing on issues that affect women and girls. Currently, Women United Waterloo Region runs two annual flagship events in the fall and spring, brining together our community. Throughout the year, we provide opportunities for volunteering, advocacy, and leadership development. As we grow, we seek to be recognized as a platform for women to network, learn, and grow with like-minded individuals and organizations who share our commitment to creating a more just and equitable community.
Get Involved
- Connect with our network
• Sign up for our email
• Follow Women United updates on social media (@UnitedWayWRC)
• Attend our events - Become a leadership donor
As a leadership donor, you will receive:- Early invitations to Women United events
- Invitations to two of our meetings per year to discuss our strategy and impact
- United Way Waterloo Region tax receipt
- Join the committee
• Contact us to join!
• Attend monthly meetings to shape our strategy and direction
• Build close relationships with like-minded women
Meet Our Members
Jennifer Ward
Women United Co-Chair
District Vice President, Kitchener Waterloo (Ontario South West Region), at TD
Sara Cook
Women United Co-Chair
Investment Advisor at BMO Nesbitt Burns
Krista McDougall
Associate Advisor at RBC Dominion Securities
Tanya Lutkin
Sales Administrator at P&H Milling Group
Sandra Oliveira
Branch Manager at TD
Farishta Wahab
Assistant Branch Manager at RBC
Fadhilah Balogun
Executive Director at African Women's Alliance of Waterloo Region
Leanne Nullmeyer
AVP, Marketing and Brand Experience at IG Wealth Management
Andrea Hadziavdic
Branch Manager at TD
Rita Westbrooke
Superintendent (Retired), Waterloo Regional Police Service
For more information, please contact
Jillian Lawrie
Senior Manager, Communications & Advocacy
jlawrie@uwaywrc.ca | 519-888-6100 EXT. 218