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... “I am a Lexington Woman for Good! I love this city, I love people, I love improving things that are already great, and I'm hoping to meet new connections and grow my network, while doing good! I’m a lover of nonprofits with a background in social work and school guidance counseling. I have first hand experience in the good that can been done in Lexington and can’t wait to expand all of the opportunities this will provide to me!”
Paige Hall - K12 Account Manager @ eCampus.com | Licensed Social Worker | Support Specialist | Education Advocate | Creative Explorer
Why I joined... “I want to help make an impact on the world and get to share my passion with others.”
Heather Mason - Working to help build a more cohesive world.
Why I joined... “I'm excited to join with other strong, smart women to make a difference in our community. I look forward to networking, as well as social opportunities with this amazing group of women!”
Tammy Jones - Office Manager at Tri-State Roofing & Sheet Metal Company
Why I joined... “I already belong to a national giving circle and was looking to join or start a giving circle locally.”
Paula Lowman - Working to provide healthcare resources for all
Why I joined... “I want to make a difference in my community and in the social environment that surrounds us. I think that this group could have a significant impact in the ways that I align with and I would love to be able to be apart of it and see the difference that we can make together.”
Sarah Mack - Targeted Case Manager, Necco
Why I joined... “To build a network of likeminded individuals working towards the same goal!”
Lindsay Johnson - Clinical Recruiter at Cerebral & Registered Yoga Instructor
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Kentucky Refugee Ministries Inc.
Kentucky refugee ministries provides resettlement services to persons identified by the united nations as refugees from foreign countries who have been legally admitted to the united states.
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Bluegrass Care Navigators
Our mission is dedicated to providing specialized hospice, palliative and interdisciplinary medical care to the seriously ill and their families. as a dedicated leader in hospice and palliative care, we engage in community partnerships, education, counseling and provide opportunities to staff, volunteers and donors to enrich lives through their gifts.
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Easterseals Bluegrass
Easterseals Bluegrass is driven by a tireless passion to champion people of all ages, ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability or life challenge, has the opportunity to live, learn, work and play in our communities.
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Lexington Pit Crew Inc.
Foster-based rescue in Central KY dedicated to advocating for and rescuing Bully Breeds
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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
“To connect with other women who are interested in making a collective difference in our community.”
Christina Shepard
New Home Sales Consultant at James Monroe Homes
Community members
55
“I want to represent myself as a good, strong, hard-working woman in our city. While also getting the opportunity to connect with other strong women in Lexington!”
Kristen Mettin
Manager at Great Bagel & Bakery
Given to nonprofits
$ 31,458.35
“Joining a group of women philanthropists can provide me with an opportunity to build relationships with like-minded individuals who share similar values and goals. These relationships can be valuable sources of support,...
Beth Rous
Professor at UK interested in effective policy making to support vulnerable populations.
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 Lexington 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 professional woman in Lexington 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 in Lexington 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.