We would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone in the community who supported the second Annual Power of the Palate on May 2 at Austin Country Club.

The event was a huge success due to the generosity of many people: Our celebrity chefs: Ken Alston of Austin Country Club, Kristine Melen of Hy-Vee, Erik Kleven of Four Daughters Winery and Ann Forland of The Old Mill, Nathan Wradislavsky Combo, the Austin Country Club and everyone who donated a silent auction item.

We also need to thank everyone who purchased a ticket and came to the event. Your presence and support for children in Mower County was overwhelming. One hundred percent of the money raised at the event will be used for the weekend food backpack program and personal care closets in elementary schools. In all the Power of the Palate event raised more than $11,000. This will allow the WLI to provide 3,800 plus meals to students in schools throughout Mower County.

The Women’s Leadership Initiative is focused on ensuring children’s basis needs. We welcome every woman in Mower County to join and be part of a dedicated group of diverse women making real change happen.

This was a true community effort and we thank all of you for your part in making the Power of the Palate the beginning of a great adventure.

With sincere gratitude


Women’s Leadership Initiative


United Way of Mower County