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Welcoming the Women of Session 96

Last week 24 women experiencing homelessness started Session 96 of our Job-readiness and Empowerment Program. Over the next nine weeks, these women will acquire education and skills, work toward their goals, build their confidence, and gain a community of support. Together, we celebrate these resilient women who have boldly taken this initial stride towards overcoming the barriers of homelessness, building a brighter future for themselves and their children, and creating lasting change in their lives.

Community Partners Make a Difference at WE!

Our on-site clothing closet was designed to help students and graduates find clothing that makes them feel empowered. Thanks to a drive hosted by Cabi Clothing, we received a large donation of beautiful professional dress clothes. Thanks to support like this, we know that the resilient women we serve will not
have to worry about having something professional to wear that makes them feel confident as they embark on their job search and career! Our clothing closet would not be possible without the generous support from donors and volunteers! WE are grateful!
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Join us for Women’s Empowerment’s 2024

Empowerment Gala
Friday, September 13, 2024, 6 PM

The Pavilion at Haggin Oaks – 3645 Fulton Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821

Join us at the 2024 Empowerment Gala as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of the courageous women we serve and the incredible community that makes our mission possible. Featuring a delicious dinner, fine wine, captivating entertainment, exciting live and silent auctions, and an inspiring program, this magical evening will be one to remember.

Your presence fuels our mission, funds raised at this annual event account for nearly one-fifth of our life-changing two-month job readiness and empowerment program budget. Your support helps uplift and empower more women and children as they rebuild their lives.

You won’t want to miss the electrifying new additions and surprises we have in store at this year’s exciting event! We can’t wait to see you there!

Your support for the 2024 Empowerment Gala makes a difference!
Check out ways you can empower below!

Inspire transformation and empower women by attending the Empowerment Gala!

MAXIMIZE YOUR IMPACT BY BECOMING A FRIENDS & FAMILY TABLE PARTNER – includes admission for 10, table signage, and more – $1,500 

BUY INDIVIDUAL TICKETS – includes admission for 1 – $150 

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Directly support women and children in overcoming homelessness and help build a lasting impact in Sacramento by partnering as a Gala Sponsor.

CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORSHIP PACKET to get more information, and explore the benefits of sponsorship, including enhanced exposure, promotion, and community investment.

Please contact Zoe@womens-empowerment.org with any sponsorship inquiries. 

Donations to the Empowerment Gala auction are tax-deductible for their fair market value and help raise funds that can create a life-changing impact for the community we serve.  WE appreciate any support, To donate, simply fill out the DONATION COMMITMENT FORM. 

Acceptable items include, but are not limited to gift cards, wine & spirits, tickets to events, private chef dinners, vacation homes, classes and experiences, gift items/goods, suites for entertainment-based events, adventure packages, family fun experiences, airline/travel tickets or miles, services, and more! Donation deadline: September 1, 2024

Please contact Zoe Fishman at Zoe@womens-empowerment.org or 916-669-2307 Ext..104 with any questions.

The Tikkun Olam (To Heal the World) Award was created in honor of Erie Shockey, a dedicated social worker who championed “Tikkun Olam” and supported hundreds of women and children experiencing homelessness. This award celebrates local heroes advancing social justice. We will honor the recipient of the 2024 To Heal the World Award at the upcoming gala.

We need your help nominating deserving community members. You can learn more and submit nominations through Friday, August 23rd using THIS FORM.

Please note: Women’s Empowerment Board, Staff, and their immediate family members are not eligible.

Each year, our Gala hosts some very special guests—our inspiring Women’s Empowerment graduates! Despite facing tremendous obstacles, these women have worked to transform their lives and their children’s lives, to rise from homelessness. Please consider helping us celebrate their achievements and honor them by covering their ticket costs.

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You Can Support the Women of Session 96! 

We need YOU! We are still seeking volunteers to support the resilient women and children we serve. View open volunteer opportunities and sign up using the button below. If you haven’t volunteered with us before, please sign up to attend a volunteer orientation.

New volunteer orientation:
Aug 21 at 4:00 pm @ WE!

Sign up to Volunteer!

For more information or inquiries, please reach out to
volunteers@womens-empowerment.org.

We have had the pleasure of Witnessing Kela’s incredible journey, in a short time she has triumphed over adversity and found her way from surviving to thriving. A recent graduate of WE, Kela sat down with the Sacramento Bee to discuss her transformation journey, and how she managed to obtain stable housing and built a foundation of support.

Your support empowers stories like Kelas. Check out the article here and read her story.

Item donations and drives are a great way to support the women and children we serve. You can help insure we have the important supplies that make our programs possible.

At this time, we are in need of the following:
  • Baby wipes
  • Diapers size 7
  • Non-Perishable Snacks
  • Scrubs new or gently used, all sizes
  • Large 3-Ring 2 inch binders
  • Makeup & Skincare for all skin tones
  • Small or travel size toiletries
  • New and gently worn bra’s sizes DD & Up
We update the urgent and ongoing needs list throughout the year as our most pressing needs change. Please check out the list by scanning the QR code or following the link.