This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the incredible women who make United Way’s impact possible. Our staff share what they enjoy about their role with United Way of Metro Chicago and 211 Metro Chicago — and why supporting women leaders matters.
This Women’s History Month, meet some of the incredible women who embody our mission. They bring expertise and compassion as we help build a thriving Chicago region. They shared what they enjoy about their role. And why it’s important to support women leaders in the workplace, in our community, and beyond.
Amy Attenberger gave $30 to United Way 20 years ago. Today, she is leading Kimberly-Clark’s employee giving campaign. Amy shares her story and how United Way became her charity of choice.
Sarah Hughes was looking for a way to support her community. It was summer of 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, when she saw a flyer from Women United calling for diaper and formula donations. She immediately took action.