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... “Hello! I work remotely for Northwestern Mutual and I'm interested in expanding my network to connect with other women in Baltimore. I also teach improv at Baltimore Improv group so I'm a lot of fun! The classes I teach blend improv comedy with somatic experiencing and nervous system theory. I believe deeply in our bodies wisdom and in helping women unlock the wisdom of their bodies through play!!”
Emily Iannuzzelli - Somatic Improv meets project management
Why I joined... “As the founder and chief inspiration officer of Highlander Press, I am deeply committed to elevating women's voices through storytelling and publishing. Joining Baltimore Women in Business for Good aligns perfectly with my lifelong dedication to empowering women and enriching our community. By supporting women's causes, we not only uplift individual lives but also strengthen our society's social and economic fabric. Together, we can create lasting change and a more inclusive future.”
Deborah Kevin, M.A.--Publisher - Elevating women's voices. One story at a time.
Why I joined... “Throughout my career in the social sector, I have helped advance various causes, from maintaining a fair and just judiciary and fostering equity-centered civic engagement to supporting refugees and migrants entering the U.S. to helping children and their families thrive. I'm thrilled to join an initiative where our combined resources can amplify and propel such causes toward positive change.”
Carrie Boron - Senior Knowledge Management Analyst working in the social sector
Why I joined... “Hello, my name is Kristen Dorn. I am most interested in connecting with others out there that have similar inspirations. Being a change maker is a daily goal. I work for a nonprofit called Believe Big and I am also pursuing and growing my knowledge about self empowered integrative health.”
Kristen Dorn - Creative Director + Design Consultant
Why I joined... “I am so excited at the chance to join this incredible group of women who are coming together! I am a clinical social worker, providing support to customers within the federal government in public health. I am thrilled at the chance to continue to build my network with like-minded local women leaders who want to enrich their professional and personal lives.”
Courtney Wright - Policy and healthcare support to the Federal government.
Why I joined... “I received an invitation and while reviewing the website the mission resounded with me. I love Baltimore and support programs that are aimed at strengthen the community and giving back.”
Jamie Smart - Member since August, 2023
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Apollo Homelessness Collaborative Inc.
The Apollo Homeless Collaborative (AHC) will provide support to homeless people, with special attention to the many who also experience mental illness. Contributions and proceeds from charitable events will be used to provide resources to homeless individuals through community organizations and existing nonprofit organizations that provide critical services to them.
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Manna House Incorporated
Manna House provides the homeless and poor of Baltimore City with the assistance and support to move towards independence and stability. We help transform people’s lives by feeding them first.
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Baltimore Tree Trust Inc.
To restore baltimore's urban forest through increased tree planting, community engagement, and advocacy.
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Baltimore Improv Group Inc.
The Baltimore Improv Group (BIG) mission is to create BIG connections within broad communities, teaching people of all ages and backgrounds to improvise their way out of challenging circumstances and embrace the unknown with courage and comedy.
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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 Wednesday at 10:00 PM UTC and Friday at 4:00 PM UTC to learn about the group and ask any questions.
RSVP for the event on LinkedIn 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
“Hello! I'm a tech product marketer and have been in marketing for software companies my entire career. Currently, I work as a Principal, Product Marketing at Mindtickle (yes, this is the actual name of my company). I ha...
Helen Waite
Tech product marketer and do-gooder
Community members
118
“I want to connect with others to support organizations in Baltimore City focused on racial equity and equality, criminal justice reform, social justice, and increasing economic opportunities for under-resourced communit...
Sandra Smith, PMP, CSM
Member since February, 2023
Given to nonprofits
$ 41,404.74
“To leverage my giving with others looking to pay it forward.”
Melissa Rothstein
Lawyer, social worker who focuses on the intersection of criminal justice and public health.
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 Baltimore Women in Business 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 business leader in Baltimore 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 local women leaders 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.