Powerful, an event by the Women’s Fund
(Previously known as Power of the Purse)
Join us on September 17th, 2026, for the 21st annual Powerful Luncheon as we celebrate stories of inspiration and welcome our electrifying keynote speaker, Alana Nichols—the first American woman to win gold at both the Summer and Winter Paralympic Games. Her story of grit, resilience, and unstoppable determination will leave you inspired long after the event ends.
About Powerful
Starting in 2024, the annual Power of the Purse luncheon became know as Powerful, an event by the Women’s Fund. The new name captures how this signature event has evolved over the years. The event will have the same elements the community has come to know and love (like the purse auction!), while allowing us to focus on the many ways the Women’s Fund has advanced and become “powerful”. The Women’s Fund has:
- The “power” to collaborate with donors, sponsors, and community leaders to invest in programs that support women.
- The “power” to provide grants to nonprofits working to improve the lives of local women and girls.
- The “power” to imagine a tomorrow that is different from today by supporting pathways to success to allow every woman in our community to thrive.
Together, in partnership with the community, we are powerful.
2026 Event Details
When: September 17, 2026
Networking & Silent Auction: 10 – 11am
Lunch & Program: 11 am – 1 pm
Where: Resch Expo, Green Bay
Tickets will go on sale in July 2026.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay has invested over $1.89 million in 240+ local initiatives supporting women and girls—thanks to partners like you. Our new year-round sponsorship opportunity offers meaningful community impact paired with high-visibility exposure, including at our 1,200+ attendee Powerful event and ongoing recognition throughout the year. Join us in opening doors and creating lasting change.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of the Women’s Fund please contact us. Your generosity and support is greatly appreciated!
About Alana Nichols
Alana is a world-class athlete with a passion for challenging herself and others. From a young age, her passion for sports and adventure drove her to face obstacles and tackle challenges head-on.
After suffering a spinal cord injury at age 17 while attempting a back flip on her snowboard, Alana quickly transitioned to adaptive sports. She is a five-time Paralympian (2008-2016), a six-time medalist (3 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) and is the first American female to win gold medals at both Summer (Wheelchair Basketball) and Winter (Alpine Ski Racing) Games. She tackled her third Paralympic sport in 2016, competing in Paracanoe at the Rio 2016 Games.
Alana graduated from the University of Arizona with an Education degree and received a Masters in Kinesiology from the University of Alabama. She serves on the board at EspnW, The Women’s Sports Foundation, is an advocate of sporting opportunities for girls and women and has advocated for people with disabilities through her 15-plus years of public speaking.
Alana lives in Reno, NV with her husband, Roy Tuscany, and their son, Gunnar.
Thank you for your interest in attending Powerful 2026!
We are excited to welcome you on September 17, 2026 at the Resch Center.
Tickets and Tables will be available July 2026.
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