Merz Aesthetics is continuing its partnership with the North Carolina Courage, the National Women’s Soccer League team based in Cary, North Carolina, marking the partnership’s fourth consecutive year.

“We are proud to continue our partnership with the NC Courage, an organization aligned in our shared values of the importance of confidence and empowerment of women,” says Patrick Urban, President of Merz Aesthetics North America, in a news release. “Our commitment to fostering deeper community development and supporting women’s programs remains stronger than ever, and this partnership is a keystone in those efforts.”

‘Woman of the Match’ Honored at Home

Merz Aesthetics is also thrilled to again sponsor the North Carolina Courage ‘Woman of the Match’ award, which will be presented at each home game this season to a woman who has made an impact in the Raleigh or broader North Carolina Triangle community.

This will be the second year the community partners have showcased women who go above and beyond to help build confidence in the local community through the ‘Woman of the Match’ program. The first honoree for the new season will be recognized during the NC Courage home opener game on March 22, 2025.

“Merz Aesthetics has been an incredible partner for several years, and we are excited to see this collaboration continue in 2025. Our two organizations came together through a shared commitment to empower and support women in sports, and that bond has only strengthened during this partnership. Our league and club have experienced significant growth in recent years, and the unwavering support of our major partners is crucial for our ongoing progress and success. We’re grateful that Merz Aesthetics shares our values and is dedicated to helping us build a best-in-class organization for our players, staff, and community,” says Courage President Francie Gottsegen.

‘Confidence Boutique’ On-site

For the third year, the NC Courage home opener will also feature Merz Aesthetics’ corporate partner, Dress for Success Triangle, who will have their mobile ‘Confidence Boutique’ on-site at the home opener. Dress for Success Triangle will be collecting new and gently used professional handbags, uniting the local community around the organization’s mission – empowering Raleigh women to achieve economic independence by providing professional attire and the development tools to help them thrive in work and life. All those who donate to the purse drive will be entered to win a signed NC Courage jersey.