Since 1976, the Southeastern Connecticut Women’s Network has been a beacon of connection, empowerment, and change. Born from a revolutionary idea and rooted in the visionary leadership of Millie Devine, a trailblazer and former bank officer in New London, the Network was created to break through the barriers women once faced when most business organizations refused them a seat at the table.
What began as a solution to exclusion quickly became a movement of inclusion. Alongside a coalition of powerful, mission-driven women, Millie not only helped establish our Network—but also helped found what is now Safe Futures, an organization providing safety and support to survivors of domestic violence. That same spirit of sisterhood, advocacy, and progress continues to guide our work today.
Why We Need You
The Southeastern Connecticut Women’s Network exists to cultivate powerful, personal and professional relationships among a dynamic, diverse, and driven membership. We believe in the transformative power of connection. And we know that when women support each other, we all rise.
Through education, networking, community engagement, and service, the Network provides a platform for women to grow, lead, and thrive. Over the years, we’ve partnered with dozens of nonprofits and local institutions, including:
Safe Futures
Always Home, Inc.
ArtReach, Inc.
Community of Hope
Connecticut Humane Society
The Garde Arts Center
Girls on the Run
Jane Doe No More
Auxiliary of L&M Hospital
New London Historical Society
Soroptimist International
STEPS
Waterford Country School
Women’s Business Development Council
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Brian T. Dagle Memorial Foundation
And we’re just getting started.
What Your Sponsorship Makes Possible
By becoming an Annual Sponsor, you’re not just gaining visibility. You’re investing in the advancement of women across Southeastern Connecticut and making a direct impact in three vital areas:
Empowerment & Education: Your support allows us to host dynamic luncheons, workshops, and leadership events that elevate the voices and talents of local women in business.
Community Collaboration: Your contribution helps strengthen partnerships with local nonprofits, schools, and service organizations that champion some of our region’s most meaningful causes.
Scholarship Support: A portion of every sponsorship directly funds educational scholarships for non-traditionally aged women attending local colleges and universities. These are women returning to school with courage, vision, and big dreams.
The Sponsorship Options
As you discover from the graphic below, each tier is thoughtfully designed to meet your business where you are, and position your brand as a valued member of our mission-driven community.
Every level offers the opportunity to:
Establish trust with a network of committed professionals
Grow your presence in the Southeastern Connecticut community
Align your brand with one of the region’s most respected women's leadership organizations
Together, We Go Farther
This isn’t just about marketing. It’s about legacy. It’s about planting roots in a network that’s been paving the way for nearly 50 years, and ensuring the next generation of women has everything they need to lead with confidence, courage, and clarity.
