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Save the Date for the 14th annual Power of the Purse!
October 8, 2025

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​Presented by Dow Credit Union, all funds raised benefit the programs and services of the Bay Area Women's Center. Join us at the DoubleTree for a night filled with purses. Browse the live and silent auctions that feature hundreds of purses, new, used, designer, and otherwise. Exciting raffles, delicious food, and other fun activities will be available to all attendees.

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We are accepting donations of new and lightly used purses. Download the donation form HERE

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The event will feature live entertainment - stay tuned as new vendors are added!

  • Live music by Keith Menzies

  • Palm readings by Janilee Rinz and Marianna of Gypsies

  • More to come!

 

Food will be offered at the event from local restaurants to round out your evening. The event this year will feature many fun events and a new raffle opportunity - keep checking back for updates!​

What is Power of the Purse?

Power of the Purse features a silent auction filled with hundreds of new and lightly used purses of all brands, colors and sizes. Many name brand and brand new purses are included. The live auction features brand new bags from designers including:

  • Tory Burch

  • Coach

  • Michael Kors

  • Kate Spade

  • and more to come!

Grab a bargain at our $10 deal table or enter for your chance to win one of our various raffles. There is something for everybody!​

 

Are you interested in being a part of planning a fabulous event in support of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault? Join our event planning committee! Contact Lindsay Richardson at lrichardson@bawc-mi.org or 989-686-2251 to learn more.

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Sponsorship opportunities are available for this fabulous event! Download the sponsorship form HERE or click the button below to sponsor online.

Thank you to our 2024 sponsors!

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