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’ve spent much of my career strengthening nonprofits, often focused on programs for women and girls, while also working with organizations serving broader communities. I joined the Los Angeles Professional Women For Good Leadership Circle because I believe in the power of collective giving to uplift women and girls in our city, as well as to connect with others who share a passion for equity and social impact. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling internationally, which continues to broaden my perspective on philanthropy and community-building.”
Melissa Tillman - Founder & CEO of Nonprofit Growth Advisors
Why I joined... “My name is Lauren, originally from Chicago and now based in Los Angeles. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Advocacy and Social Change, with a minor in Global International Studies. Throughout my journey, I have been deeply committed to engaging in community-driven initiatives that foster mutual support and empowerment. I am excited to bring this passion to Grapevine, contributing to meaningful efforts that create a lasting impact.”
Lauren Reilly - COO at OG Slimes
Why I joined... “Those Who Wonder's mission is to elevate the voices of those who are marginalized - women, BIPOC, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ people. This means that we will lift up creators in these communities both on-screen and off-screen. We can't call something truly inclusive unless both those that are visible to the audience as well as those who aren't visible to the audience are diverse. We not only want to see these communities, we want to hear from them. And so, we absolutely will ensure equal pay and equal opportunity on all of our projects. Internally within our company, we also will en...”
Hilaree Caldwell - Founder at management, marketing, and content company
Why I joined... “I'd love to give back with more intention. I am new to LA (2 years) and would love to learn more about organizations doing great work in LA, while building a community of interesting women for networking, friendship, and potential partnerships.”
Jess Heller - Leadership coach & facilitator supporting leaders in transition to thrive through change
Why I joined... “Purpose and mission-driven communities have always been my happy place, and selfishly, I would really benefit from being more involved in this community as I venture into entrepreneurship which is notoriously lonely. In addition, I've always believed bringing purpose-driven community together can impact others around us in a way that is greater than the sum of our parts. If I can do my part to contribute any insight unique to my experience that resonates with others, or simply offer time & labor & capital, I would love to.”
Nicole Muther - Designer/founder at Jury
Why I joined... “I started my career working in non-profit fundraising and eventually followed a passion for learning about wine into my current profession. Giving back to my community and connecting with like-minded women are priorities for me and I look forward to making a positive impact while growing my network in LA.”
Emily Daman - Member since September, 2023
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Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center
Advocate, educate, research, develop and preserve the history and future of blacks in film and television
Amount Raised
80,000 Hours
Our aim is to help as many people as possible lead high-impact careers. We do this by providing career advice for talented young people who want to have a social impact. Over a third of young graduates want to make a difference with their careers,1 but they have little idea what to do—many think it’s a choice between working in the social sector or giving up and “selling out.” Existing career advice either doesn’t address the question of how to have a social impact, isn’t based on much research, or doesn’t have much in the way of concrete, comprehensive advice.
Amount Raised
Impact Personal Safety
We offer dynamic, empowering, self-defense, assertiveness, boundary-setting classes encompassing verbal strategies, awareness skills, and yes, full-force physical assailant defense throughout Southern California. Our training is focused on prevention of and recovery from assault as it puts students in touch with their innate power regardless of size, strength, fitness or (dis)ability level. We are women and men working together to end the cycle of violence.
Amount Raised
Eastmont Community Center
To support a thriving community through empowerment, social services, and programs that elevate civic, social, and economic well-being.
Nominated by Grapevine Giving
August to October, 2025
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.
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Join & Donate
Join our group’s online home and contribute a quarterly donation of
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
“I started my career in education and ventured into the business world but never lost my desire to make an impact on others. I joined this group because I love the idea of working with like-minded professional females to...
Jennifer Gonzales
Member since August, 2023
Community members
128
“I’m interesting in making a difference across a wide swath of organizations through micro giving .”
Carol Levey
Longtime marketing executive who has successfully combined philanthropy with business and entrepreneurship.
Given to nonprofits
$ 25,721.15
“I am thrilled to be a new member, and be among other like-minded women, dedicated to supporting the community. My Mission as the CEO of Brandsol is to help women build purpose driven businesses and create financial ind...
Cynthia Ferngren
Brandsol Founder - Working with Women to Build Business with Purpose
Supporting the movement
Grapevine Giving Foundation
The Grapevine Giving Foundation plays a crucial role in facilitating the launch and growth of groups in the Grapevine network. In order to sustain our efforts in creating new groups, we allocate 50% of your first donation to support our nonprofit organization, the Grapevine Giving Foundation.
This approach ensures that our foundation receives crucial funding while fostering the growth and development of new groups within our network.
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 Los Angeles Professional 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 LA 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 in Los Angeles 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.