United Way for Fulton County IL

04/10/2026

See you tomorrow night. There are still a few seats left, get them at the door!

04/07/2026

An anonymous donor has donated 4 tickets to Power of the Purse on Friday night. If you would like to win a pair of free tickets, comment below and we will pick 2 lucky winners to each receive 2 tickets.

04/06/2026

This is the week we've been waiting for! Power of the Purse is Friday night. We were sold out, but we had a few cancellations. We have 1 table, 1 lounge seating area and some individual tickets available. Here's the link to buy tickets.

Also, if you already have your table, you can use this link to pre order drink and raffle tickets so there's no waiting in line! We'll have them ready for you at check-in. We're back to paper bidding so the process should be fast and easy!

Hope to see you FridaY!

03/25/2026

Just over two weeks until Power of the Purse. We are so excited that we are almost sold out (there are still 2 tables and a few individual tickets available!).

In addition to our exciting Speakeasy theme, you can expect....
1. Fabulous Decorations (we're almost famous for them!)
2. Tasty food - can you say Mashtini Bar (Mashed potatoes in martini glasses with fixings and more!) And don't forget the dessert!
3. Purses. More than 30 fabulous purses all auctioned for a great cause.
4. Music by Nathan Taylor!
5. Amazing Silent and Live Auction items.
6. Games, Raffles and Fun - all in support of our local partner agencies.

Purchase Tickets here...
https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/o8px35

Learn More about Nathan Taylor here...
https://www.facebook.com/share/1G4yNrj1Ep/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Skip the line at the bar and pre order drinks for your table! A bucket of beer and or seltzer of your choice will be chilled and waiting on your table. Price below is per High Noon.

03/24/2026

Power of the Purse on April 10 is almost sold out! We can't wait to share this exciting event with all of you - while we raise money for our partner agencies. We have 3 tables left. Buy your table or tickets here!
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12/29/2025

It's time for Power of the Purse! Tickets and sponsorships are now available. The committee is working hard and has some exciting things planned for this year.
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09/27/2025

Join us at the Elks!

09/08/2025

United Way for Fulton County is still looking for a dynamic, visionary, and results-driven Executive Director to lead our organization. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors, donors, volunteers, and community partners to fulfill the mission of the United Way. The leader will drive strategic planning, fundraising, community engagement, and organizational effectiveness, ensuring long-term success and sustainability of United Way’s programs and services.

This position is a part time 20 hour per week position with flexible hours that includes some evenings and weekends. QuickBooks and budgeting experience are preferred.

Interested Candidates, please submit your resume and cover letter to PO Box 335, Canton, Il 61520 or email [email protected].

United Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

04/05/2025

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended or donated to last night’s Power of the Purse Auction! Your support means the world to us, and this event simply wouldn’t be possible without our amazing attendees and generous sponsors.

A special shoutout to the incredible individuals and organizations who played a key role in making the evening such a success:

• Power of the Purse Committee
• Live & Silent Auction Sponsors
• Bar Staff
• Renee Lewis
• Purse Models
• Kyle Kelso & Ring-men
• Cracked Pepper
• DJ John Miracle
• Baylor Martin & Stacy Wise
• Spoon River College
• Di’s Boutique
• Jones Brothers Jewelers
• Peoria Expo

Thank you all for helping make this event unforgettable!

04/02/2025

The Power of the Purse silent auction will be a little different this year. All bidding will be done online. No more running to the table to see if you've been outbid - you'll get a text message! All bidders in the auction will need to register. Click the link, you can view some of the auction items (we're still polishing it up!). Click on "Register for the Auction" you'll need to register and add a payment method. When you arrive at the event, just tell us your name and we'll hand you your bidder number. You need a credit or debit card to register BUT winners can still pay with cash or check if you prefer. Bidding starts at 5 p.m. on Friday, April 4.

Register for the auction here...

04/02/2025

Only 3 days left until the main event.
We have been hard at work putting together baskets for our silent auction! We will have close to 45 silent auction baskets to choose from including our gently used purses. Take a peak at some of the baskets you will see! Which one is catching your eye?

We hope to see you all Friday at 5:30 pm! Want to come? You are not too late. Tickets are still available at the link below:

Https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/lpz5kz

03/27/2025

Looking for something fun to do next Friday? Just one week until Power of the Purse (Friday, April 4) and there are still tickets available. Grab and friend or two and join us!

Buy your tickets here, or check out some previous posts for another chance to win free tickets...
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Here's your chance to win a beautiful diamond pendant and matching earrings donated in part by Jones Bros. Jewelers.  Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50. Winner will be drawn on Friday, April 4, 2025 at the Power of the Purse event. Winner need not be present to win.