Power of Purpose - United Way of Olmsted County

Power of Purpose (POP) is United Way of Olmsted County’s Signature Community Fundraising Event, hosted by Women United and Presenting Sponsor Bremer Bank, to celebrate and honor the role diversity, equity, and inclusion have in creating and sustaining a thriving community — because EVERYONE deserves a fair opportunity to live a long and healthy life.
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An unexamined legacy is still legacy.
Read Chad Campbell's Story
But where are you REALLY from?
Read AnJuanna Napue's Story
White small town. Encountered my judgement. Painful.
Read Catherine Ashton's Story
Racism & Bigotry Breed Racism & Bigotry
Read Eaen O’Byrne's Story
The concept of “other” creates enormous problems
Read Robert Ashton's Story
Empowerment of POC by POC
Read Jade Miles's Story
Equity over equality. It’s what’s needed.
Read Laura Meihofer's Story
How Did You Get This Job?
Read Charlie Perkins's Story
Ignoring color is not the answer.
Read Christy Blade's Story
Family Faith Respect Health Integrity Loyalty
Read Tim Nela's Story
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Join us on June 14th, 2022 to expand our understanding of what creates equity, refuel our passion for social change and accelerate health equity by disrupting disparities through meaningful partnerships. In doing so, we strengthen the capacity of our communities to build their own healthy future, regardless of race or place.