Check out these great Heart of Illinois United Way events in central Illinois.

Heart of Illinois United Way Events

Check out these great Heart of Illinois United Way events in central Illinois.

2019 Power of the Purse - Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the Par-A-Dice Hotel, East Peoria.

2019 Power of the Purse – Thursday, May 9 at Par-A-Dice Hotel, East Peoria

Marissa DeWeese
  • Thursday, May 9
  • Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Event 5:30-8:00 p.m.
  • Par-A-Dice Hotel, East Peoria
  • $50/person or $500 for Reserved Table of 10
  • Reservations open March 2019. Save the date and check back to make a reservation.

From silent auctions for designer purses to great raffle prizes, more than 600 guests will have the opportunity to enjoy fashion and a fun night out for a great cause!

Funds raised by previous Power of the Purse events have established endowed scholarships for low-income women in central Illinois and provided weekend snack packs for children in need.

Power of the Purse Mission

Inspire, enhance, and strengthen the lives of women and children by raising funds for education, financial stability and health.

Sponsorships and Solicitations

If you are interested in sponsoring or donating items to the 2019 Power of the Purse, click here to download a packet….

For more information about the 2019 Power of the Purse, please contact:

  • Mary Brown, Vice President of Finance, 309-674 -5181, ext. 1237 or 
  • Gina Edwards, Vice President of Marketing, 309-674-5181, ext. 1234 or 

Photos from Heart of Illinois United Way’s 2018 Power of the Purse.

2018 Photos by Jenni Williams, blissfulimages.com
Photos from Heart of Illinois United Way's 2018 Power of the Purse.

VIP: Volunteers Inspire Partnerships on Tuesday, November 6 from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm at Bradley University

Gina Edwards

The Heart of Illinois United Way is partnering with NOVA (Network of Volunteer Administrators), SERVE Illinois and Bradley University to host a volunteer engagement seminar in Peoria on November 6, 2018. Shari Pash, President and Owner of Strategic Solutions for Growth, will provide a dynamic, fun and interactive seminar that is motivational and hands-on. An accomplished coach and trainer with over 30 years of experience, Pash’s work is changing the culture and way organizations approach volunteer recruitment and retention. She provides a customized, multi-step recruitment and retention program with proven success. Join us for a one-day, all access pass to recruiting volunteer talent and taking them beyond being one-hit wonders! Continue reading →

GENeration United Mad Dash – July 14th

Gina Edwards

If you’re looking for a chance to break out your old prom tuxes and dresses, compete against others in the community, and possibly win great prizes sign up for the Mad Dash today! Grab your friends, co-workers and peers and get ready for a day of exciting competition in pursuit of the $1,000 grand prize! All proceeds from the Mad Dash go to support the Heart of Illinois United Way.

  • Date/Time: Saturday, July 14 | 9:30 – 12:00 p.m.
  • Location: Bradley University
  • Registration: Teams of 2-4 people/$150/team.

For more information or to register, visit livegenu.org/maddash. Continue reading →

Save the Date! United Way Kickoff Breakfast and Day of Caring 2018 – September 7th.

Gina Edwards

The Heart of Illinois United Way will officially kickoff our 2018 campaign with a breakfast featuring guest speaker Michele Sullivan, Caterpillar’s Director of Corporate Social Innovation and President of the Caterpillar Foundation.  Following the breakfast, volunteers are invited to participate in our Day of Caring featuring numerous community-wide volunteer opportunities and a food drive.

  • Date/Time: Friday, September 7 | 7:30 am -9:00 am breakfast
  • Location: Peoria Civic Center
  • Reservations:  Open July 30