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Inside Look at Clutch the Future

On March 8th, Woman to Woman Mentoring (W2WM) hosted our 15th Clutch the Future Purse Auction, an event made even more special because it coincided with International Women’s Day. The night was so amazing—bringing everyone together for an evening filled with dancing, laughter, and raising funds to support mentoring in the Frederick area. While we know how to have fun, the heart of this event is truly about the mission, which has remained strong for over 15 years. In this blog, we’re taking you behind the scenes of Clutch the Future and shining a spotlight on our presenting sponsor, Woodsboro Bank. 

Clutch the Future first debuted in 2010 in partnership with Frederick Community College, with the goal of raising funds for college scholarships and promoting the then-named Woman to Woman Mentoring Program. Since then, W2WM has became its own 501(c)(3) organization, expanding its reach to support not only college-aged students but all adult women in the Frederick area. Our mission is simple: to provide adult women with the guidance, support, and community connections through mentoring relationships. 

The annual Clutch the Future event provides a great opportunity for W2WM to further this mission through it’s attendees, donors, sponsors, and vendors—all while enjoying the excitement of the silent and live auctions! This year, we were thrilled to receive over 150 purse donations, secured around $40,000 in sponsor support, and raised an impressive amount through the live auction. We pride ourselves on creating an unforgettable experience where guests can have fun while knowing that every dollar they spend is directly supporting women and fostering connections within the community. 

We are deeply grateful for the ongoing partnership with our presenting sponsor, Woodsboro Bank. Their support has been instrumental in the success of Clutch the Future, and their commitment goes far beyond the event itself. Woodsboro Bank has been a partner for several years, and has provided ongoing financial support for our three programs. But it goes deeper than that. Woodsboro Bank has had employees participate as mentees in our CORE Mentoring and Women in STEM Mentoring programs, and several staff members have served as mentors, deepening their involvement with the mission of W2WM. 

The relationship with Woodsboro Bank began after a meeting with leadership Samantha Cutrona. Initially, the bank was interested in supporting Clutch the Future through a donation, but after seeing the positive impact of our programs on their staff, they were eager to get more involved. Since then, they’ve taken on a larger role, becoming a mentor maker and, most recently, the presenting sponsor for Clutch the Future 2025. 

We’re especially proud to see our partners leverage our programs as resources for their employees to build connections and gain valuable guidance. It’s a testament to the strength of community support, and we’re thrilled to have Woodsboro Bank’s backing as we continue to grow our reach and impact. 

While Clutch the Future is all about enjoying a fun night out, it’s also an important way for us to connect with donors and show them firsthand the power of mentoring and women supporting women. We are already looking forward to the 2026 event and can’t wait to create another magical evening for all to enjoy. 

Thank you for your ongoing support, and we look forward to seeing you at next year’s event! 

 

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