The Story of Us: Pulse & Progress
An Evening Celebrating the Future We're Building Together
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 | 6:00 PM
The Spot on West Fifth
A Different Kind of Fundraiser
For 30 years, the Women's Fund has turned data into action. From the Salary History Ban to the Employer Toolkit to Appointed and programs across our region. Now, we're building the Pulse 2.0 Dashboard, an interactive data platform that will serve Greater Cincinnati for the next 20+ years.
What to Expect:
- Expert panel featuring organizational leaders and individuals with lived experience
- Interactive simulation experiencing economic barriers
- Networking with community leaders and changemakers
- Support for the Pulse 2.0 Dashboard
Why This Matters
Celebrate Impact 30 years of turning research into action. From the original Pulse Report to the Salary History Ban to tools used thousands of times, this is the story of data-driven change.
Experience Innovation See what the Pulse 2.0 Dashboard will make possible through real stories and connections between data and the people behind the numbers.
Build the Future Your presence and support help us reach our overall goal of $250,000 toward building infrastructure that will serve our region for 20+ years. This is legacy work.
Your Event Committee
Committee Members:
- Chelsea Baker
- Valarie S. Boykins
- Miranda Hamrick
- Julie Kist
- Tina R. Macon
- Yolanda Sherrer
- Julie Sporing
- Adrienne Taylor
Event Details
Event Information:
Date & Time: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
6:00 PM
Cocktail attire suggested (Wear your Women’s Fund purple!)
Location: The Spot on West Fifth
337 W 5th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Parking: There is ample street and garage parking in the area near our venue. Please see this Parking Key for garage locations. If you are a sponsor, or a guest of a sponsor, at the Activator level or above, you receive complimentary valet parking as a part of your benefits package.
Accessibility: This venue has been outfitted to be fully ADA accessible for this event.
A Note from our Venue
"We believe that a thriving community depends on the health and wellness of its women, and the Women's Fund is making this a priority in our lovely city and region."
The Spot on West Fifth
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Support The Story of Us: Pulse & Progress and align yourself or your organization with data-driven community impact.
Sponsorship Levels
12 tickets, premier signage, speaking opportunity, recognition on invite, reserved panel seating, 1/2 page program (See full list of benefits in packet below) $8,300 tax deductible
8 tickets, premium signage, complimentary valet parking, 1/2 page program (See full list of benefits in packet below) $4,200 tax deductible
6 tickets, Reserved panel seating, table topper signage, complimentary valet, 1/4 page program (See full list of benefits in packet below) $2,300 tax deductible
4 tickets, complimentary valet, group recognition from stage, group recognition on social media, listing in program $1,200 tax deductible
2 tickets, group recognition on social media, listing in program $380 tax deductible
1 ticket, listing in program $90 tax deductible
Note: All sponsorship levels include open bar and recognition on event webpage and as supporters of Pulse 2.0 Dashboard
Additional Opportunity: Interested in supporting the Pulse 2.0 Dashboard directly? Sponsorship opportunities from $1,000 to $53,000+ are available separate from the event.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS & HOSTS
Trailblazer Sponsors
Activator Sponsors
Frequently Asked Questions
For all your unanswered questions, start here! If a question you have is still unanswered, please let us know by emailing [email protected]. We want to ensure your experience is as smooth as possible in thanks for your amazing support!
Cocktail attire or business casual is suggested. Don’t forget to represent the Women’s Fund with a splash (or more!) of purple!
Yes! The Women's Fund operates as a designated fund of the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization. You will receive a receipt for tax purposes. Tax ID: 31-0669700
Not a table, but a suite of tickets! This event features interactive stations with movement throughout the space rather than traditional table seating. Sponsorship levels may include reserved seating for your group at a specific point in the evening with additional benefits. Contact Nicolette Rader at [email protected] or 248-977-2111 for more information.
The Pulse 2.0 Dashboard is an interactive data platform launching early 2027 that will provide real-time information on women and girls across Greater Cincinnati's 8-county region. It will cover health, education, economic mobility, and more—free and accessible to everyone.
Anyone who cares about gender equity, data-driven solutions, or the future of Greater Cincinnati! We welcome nonprofit leaders, corporate partners, individual supporters, policymakers, educators, and community members.
Yes! For sponsors at the Activator Sponsorship level and up, a benefit you receive is complimentary Valet. For all others, there is ample street parking and plenty of garages in the area surrounding our venue. Parking_Key
If you have any accessibility needs for parking, please reach out directly to Shawna DuBose at [email protected] for accomodation.
Absolutely! You can support by making a donation online through the ticket purchase link (select non-attendance donation), or via a check, stock or IRA transfer, or your Donor Advised Fund. Every dollar makes a difference in helping us hit our goal! For any questions please contact Nicolette Rader at [email protected] or 248-977-2111.
Contact Shawna DuBose, Team Coordinator, at [email protected] or 513-768-6127