YWCA Madison’s 21st Annual Circle Fundraiser

February 15, 2024!

IN-PERSON AT ALLIANT ENERGY CENTER

Time: 12 PM – 1:30 PM (Doors open at 11:30 AM)
Location: 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713

Thank you for joining us to celebrate the power of individual philanthropy at YWCA Madison’s Annual Circle fundraiser. Guests will learn about the essential work of YWCA Madison.

Funds donated by guests at the event (and afterwards)  support the YWCA Madison’s race & gender equity; job training & transportation; and housing & shelter. Because of our generous sponsors, each dollar raised goes directly to YWCA Madison to support local programming.

2024 Circle Committee

2024 Circle Co-Chairs: Leigh Griesbach & Joyce Dieter

  • Shobhina Chheda

  • Monica Mims

  • Ariel Robbins

  • T.R. Williams

  • Brenda Yang

2024 Circle Captains

Our sincere thanks to everyone who has promoted philanthropy among those in their own circle of friends and colleagues by serving as a Circle Captain.

  • Angela Arrington 5

  • Kate Austin Stanford 2

  • Jasmine Banks 2

  • Elizabeth Barnhill 8

  • Debroah Brancel 9

  • Shobhina Chheda 1

  • Maddy Covelli ?

  • Katherine Cramer 1

  • Charlestine Daniel 4

  • Joyce Dieter 10

  • Leigh Griesbach 4

  • Cedric Johnson 1

  • Junior League of Madison 1

  • Jan Kittoe 2

  • Brenda Kulow-King 1

  • Joe Loehnis 1

  • Lois McDonald 6

  • Candace McDowell 8

  • Vanessa McDowell-Atlas 8

  • Verona Morgan 3

  • Gery Paredes Vasquez 1

  • Corinda Rainey-Moore 3

  • Ariel Robbins 1

  • Jen Rubin 1

  • Rhonda Schemm 5

  • Julia Stanley 6

  • Lucretia Sullivan Wade 4

  • Martha Vukelich-Austin 20

  • UW Health 2

  • T.R. Williams 1

  • Suzy Wood 7

  • Nancy Wrenn-Bauch 7

# Reflects the number of years serving as a Circle Captain.

Click Here for 2024 Sponsor Opportunities

On behalf of the women and families we serve, we salute our sponsors and partners with heartfelt thanks. Our incredible sponsors provide critical financial support for YWCA programs and initiatives.

Leadership Sponsors

Hosted Table Sponsors

Event History

YWCA Madison held the first Circle of Women fundraiser in 2004. With great success, the event continues to grow. In 2020, over 900 people attended the 17th annual event. In 2021, we gathered virtually for the first time. In 2024 we will once again, meet IN-PERSON for YWCA Madison Circle! 

Here is what some of our guests have said about the event:

“I’ve attended Circle of Women for several years and each time, I leave being so impressed and uplifted by the testimonials—the women the YWCA has helped are amazing as is the help that you provide.”

“Love this program and always come away so inspired by the women who are brave enough to share their stories with such a large group. Thank you for all you do for the community.”