Supported nonprofits
By giving, we are helping these nonprofits address critical needs, implement transformative programs, and create a brighter future for individuals and communities in need.
Savannah Professional Women for Good
Birmingham Women for Good
Plano Women for Good
Benefits of Joining
Build New Connections
Meet like-minded people and expand your social and professional network.
Grow Your Influence
You’ll have a direct say in where our pooled funds go and which causes we support.
Amplify Your Impact for Good
With just 100 members donating
Plano Women for Good
Why I joined... “Hi, I'm excited to join the group. I will be transitioning to part time status soon and later on, retirement. But I feel like I still have a lot to give. I want to meet new people and strong women who are doing good and who believe in giving back. And, I want to contribute my talent and resources in this time of acute social need. Happy to be a part of a the group.”
Tami Stukey - Transitioning Executive who wants to apply her talents and resources to meaningful causes.
Why I joined... “I’m impressed with this group and know a lot of people in Alexandria and I spend time there. Hoping to connect with great women.”
Jill Davis - Member since April, 2026
Why I joined... “I was part of a similar giving circle during Covid which was more NoVA-based. I appreciate(d) getting to know about various nonprofits and am particularly interested in this group because it's here where I live. I love have a group of women making a difference through our teamwork AND look forward to meeting other Alexandria women who are similarly interested.”
Marguerite Broadwell - Passionate Adventurer - NASA (retired) & Travel
Why I joined... “I want to meet other like minded women in my area to support each other and those in need.”
Kandis Koustenis - Intellectual Property Attorney liver of all things Old Town
Why I joined... “Hi! My name is LaChai Lydon. I’m interested in joining because I value being part of a strong, supportive community of women who uplift, empower, and inspire one another. As someone who is passionate about growth, service, and meaningful connection, I’m excited about the opportunity to both contribute to and learn from a network of like-minded women. I believe spaces like this are essential for building relationships, sharing experiences, and creating lasting impact, personally and within the community.”
LaChai Lydon - Member since April, 2026
Why I joined... “Hello everyone! My name is Dawn and I own a small shop in Old Town Alexandria. I joined this group to connect with other members of the community, exchange ideas, and stay involved with local happenings. Looking forward to meeting everyone!”
Dawn Davis - Member since March, 2026
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Miracle League of Alexandria
The Miracle League of Alexandria is comprised of private citizens concerned with supporting recreation and sports opportunities for individuals with special needs.
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Alexandria Tutoring Consortium Inc.
Our mission is to help Alexandria City Public Schools kindergarten through second grade students learn to read.
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Volunteer Alexandria Inc.
Volunteer Alexandria (VolALX) inspires, mobilizes, and connects people, six years and older to improve our community. Volunteers solve local problems and serve as a powerful force toward a healthy, productive and engaged community. Besides connecting individuals and businesses to causes, assisting people in need of court ordered community service, and helping youth to understand the needs Alexandrians are experiencing, they implement events to help families in need, as well as offer anyone interested in serving meaningful volunteer opportunities.
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Upcycle Creative Reuse Center
UpCycle Creative Reuse Center is an Alexandria, Virginia based nonprofit that connects creativity and conservation by providing a resource center for reuse materials and a creative making space for the community. At UpCycle, we rethink the traditional notion of waste by collecting cast-offs from our community to serve as creative materials.
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Naperville Professional Women for Good
Metro Atlanta Women in Business for Good
100 Women Who Care Maui
Fayetteville Women for Good
How it works
Grow your network, enrich your personal life, and make a bigger impact on nonprofits in your local area.
1
Join & Donate
Join our group’s online home and contribute a quarterly donation of
2
Nominate & Discover
Nominate a nonprofit you’re passionate about or discover nonprofits through the nominations of others, and learn about great organizations doing good work.
3
Vote & See the Impact
Vote for the deserving charity from 3 finalists and experience the profound effect of collective giving as the chosen charity receives our substantial pooled donation, and former recipients share updates on how your funds are being used in the community.
4
Connect & Grow
Attend quarterly Gather & Grant events to learn about the nominated nonprofits and network with a dynamic group of like-minded people, expanding your social and professional networks while doing good.
Have questions? We've got answers!
Join the Grapevine team this Friday at 4:00 PM UTC and next Wednesday at 10:00 PM UTC to learn about the group and ask any questions.
RSVP for the event on LinkedIn Our upcoming events
Joining this group and attending upcoming events will expand your network and give you opportunities to engage with like-minded individuals who share your interests and passions.
Grapevine Member Mixer
Coffee Chats
Amplify your giving
Total Impact
We come together each quarter to network, donate, learn about local nonprofits, vote on which ones to support, and work to have a collective impact on our community.
Member quarterly donation
$ 100
“As a retired teacher and longtime Virginian recently back from Singapore, I’m eager to join this community of women to help strengthen and support our neighbors. By uniting our experiences, we can amplify our collective...
Juliet Amann
Member since February, 2026
Community members
284
“My name is Robin Wiley, and I am the President of a small nonprofit organization, The Holiday Project. We visit patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted care facilities throughout the holiday season. We bri...
Robin Wiley
Bringing the Spirit of a Holiday to Those Who Otherwise Might Not Have Celebration
Given to nonprofits
$ 183,006.06
“I met Laura at the 1 yr anniversary of GLO30 and she told me about AWG, and I loved it. I want to volunteer, donate to good causes, and make more female friends!”
Kelly Richters
Coastie, yogi, grad school student, softball, dog walker
Your questions answered
Grapevine is a platform that provides our group with an online home that allows us to donate to a shared pool then collaborate to decide which nonprofits to give the money to. They also provide our group with free virtual event planning and hosting support, donation matching funds, and more!
At Grapevine our mission is to help grow the giving circle movement. In order to do that, we’re working to help launch giving circles in new areas and categories where they don’t exist already. That’s why we’re starting Alexandria Women for Good. As we develop this group, we’ll identify leaders within the group and help them maintain and grow the group over time.
Interested in a leadership position? Apply here
Interested in a leadership position? Apply here
1. Contribution
Members make their quarterly contribution.
2. Nomination
If a member has made a contribution, they can then nominate a nonprofit for consideration by adding their nomination on the post on the Grapevine page. The nomination should align with the focus outlined by your group.
3. Selection
After all the nominations are submitted, we’ll randomly select three members' nominations.
4. Meeting
Each quarter we’ll hold a virtual or in-person networking event for one hour. At the quarterly event, the three members’ nominations that were selected will be presented. They will have five minutes to present their nonprofit and then five minutes for Q&A from members. We’ll have time for networking and connection at the beginning and end of the event.
5. Voting
After all the presentations are complete, every member who has made their contribution will be eligible to vote. The nonprofit with the most votes will be rewarded with the funds.
Members make their quarterly contribution.
2. Nomination
If a member has made a contribution, they can then nominate a nonprofit for consideration by adding their nomination on the post on the Grapevine page. The nomination should align with the focus outlined by your group.
3. Selection
After all the nominations are submitted, we’ll randomly select three members' nominations.
4. Meeting
Each quarter we’ll hold a virtual or in-person networking event for one hour. At the quarterly event, the three members’ nominations that were selected will be presented. They will have five minutes to present their nonprofit and then five minutes for Q&A from members. We’ll have time for networking and connection at the beginning and end of the event.
5. Voting
After all the presentations are complete, every member who has made their contribution will be eligible to vote. The nonprofit with the most votes will be rewarded with the funds.
The time commitment is as little or as much as you’d like. In general though, most members will spend about 5 hours per year participating in the group. This includes nominating and/or just voting on selected nonprofits once per quarter, as well as attending one-hour events each quarter (four per year), some networking events, and other opportunities to connect with other group members. However, there is no requirement to participate in the events. Additionally, we’d love to work with members interested in getting more involved to help lead and grow the group, which would require a few additional hours per quarter or year, depending upon your capacity.
We don’t charge any membership fees, but our payment processor charges a nonprofit discounted credit card fee of 2.2% + 30¢ per donation (3.5% for AmEx). If you’d like, you can leave an optional amount on top of your donation that supports Grapevine’s work.
Anyone who identifies as woman leader in Alexandria is eligible to join. This can be for any business type, industry, position, or level. All are welcome!
We’ll reach out to you about the status of your membership within one week. If your membership is approved, we’ll send you the information for joining the group and adding your donation.
Bring about real, lasting change
Be a leader who makes a difference in the world!
Imagine connecting with a community of women leaders in Alexandria to give back tens of thousands of dollars to nonprofits in your community each year. It’s a sustained effort that ensures you're doing what you can for your community and the causes you care about most - not just a one-time thing. And you get to do it all by meeting and collaborating with other awesome women across the country.