Power of the Purse 2021
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<p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:#343434">Join us on <strong>Sunday, November 7</strong>, for <a href="https://www.liveunitedlakecounty.org/women-united/" style="color:blue; text-decoration:underline" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color:#ed4999">Women United</span></strong></a>’s signature annual fundraising event, <strong>Power of the Purse!</strong></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:#343434">After an online event in 2020, we expect to be in person with CDC protocols in place. We will also have a virtual option again; an <strong>online buying and bidding shopping experience that includes dozens of trendy designer bags, silent auction purses, baskets and items</strong>. While the online shopping experience won't be active for purchases until November 7, you will be able to view all the available items beforehand so you will be ready when the event begins. We'll send you an email when the shop is ready to be viewed.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="color:#343434">You also have the opportunity to help send underserved children to Kindergarten Countdown Camp and buy books and toys for preschool learning centers in Lake County’s low-income communities. </span><span style="color:#444444"><strong>100% of all proceeds and items purchased will support early learning programs</strong> in Lake County’s most vulnerable communities through our <em>Little Kids Big Futures</em> <em>Fund</em>.</span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="color:#444444">Whether you join us in person or online, you will have many opportunities to shop, support children's education, and have fun! </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:#eb47a4"><strong>In-Person Event*</strong></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16px">Come away for an afternoon in Paris to celebrate the special women in your life. We’ll enjoy a champagne brunch and a fun-filled afternoon of games, prizes, and special surprises. You’ll be able to see all 50+ designer bags, silent auction purses, and baskets in person. All buying and bidding will be done electronically using your unique event link via your personal mobile device. 100% of all items purchased will support early learning programs. The in-person event will be from <strong>11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Royal Melbourne Country Club in Long Grove</strong>.</span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16px"><em>*Open to fully vaccinated individuals. Masks may be required. Tickets limited.</em></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="color:#eb47a4"><strong>Online Event</strong></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16px">Join us for an online buying and bidding shopping experience that includes 50+ trendy designer bags, silent auction purses and baskets, and more. Buying and bidding will begin at <strong>12:00 p.m. and end at 1:00 p.m.</strong> using your unique event link. 100% of your ticket cost and all items purchased will support early learning programs. <span style="color:#444444">For those joining virtually, we are pleased to offer <strong>FREE contactless delivery</strong> of all items to your home if you live within 15 miles of Lake Forest. </span></span></span></p> <p class="bard-text-block" style="margin-bottom:9.75pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:9.75pt"> </p> <p class="bard-text-block" style="margin-bottom:9.75pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:9.75pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="color:#444444"><strong>If you purchase your ticket by</strong> <strong>Friday, October 15, you will</strong><strong> be entered to win one of two special jewelry prizes! </strong></span> </span></span></p> <p class="bard-text-block" style="margin-bottom:9.75pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:9.75pt"> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/betterunite-com/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto,w_750/v1/orgs/wu/campaigns/8d068660-5eca-4af6-bb42-8d56b1a83c52/zl41oyxdrwft6kip3nqw" style="height: 367px; width: 300px;" /> <img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/betterunite-com/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto,w_750/v1/orgs/wu/campaigns/8d068660-5eca-4af6-bb42-8d56b1a83c52/l2rkmuqhygosf7ykcufg" style="height: 224px; width: 300px;" /></p> <p class="bard-text-block" style="margin-bottom:9.75pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:9.75pt"><span style="font-size:14px">Silver Ball String Necklace ($200 value) and Cultured Freshwater Pearl Drop Earrings in Sterling Silver ($150 value) </span></p> <p class="bard-text-block" style="margin-bottom:9.75pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:9.75pt"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><span style="font-size:16px">Learn more about our <em>Little Kids, Big Futures Fund</em>:</span></p> <div class="videodetector"><iframe frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zhw3HeEOaHE?autohide=1&controls=1&showinfo=0"></iframe></div> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"> </p> <p style="margin-bottom:8pt; margin-left:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-top:0in"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/betterunite-com/image/upload/c_limit,f_auto,q_auto,w_750/v1/orgs/wu/campaigns/8d068660-5eca-4af6-bb42-8d56b1a83c52/m7urqaavkgonhnnay4yb" /></p>
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