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’m deeply passionate about building communities where people feel connected, empowered, and inspired to take meaningful action. Much of my work centers on designing experiences—like Impact Labs—that bring people together to move beyond conversation and into tangible, community-driven solutions. I’m equally drawn to the power of small groups, whether through Lean In–style circles or mentoring programs, where trust, accountability, and real relationships can take root. I believe leadership is something we practice every day, not just in formal roles, and I’m committed to creating spaces...”
Stephanie Shapiro, MBA - Creating meaningful conversations and intentional community building
Why I joined... “I am inspired by your recent donation to AVT and loved learning more about this group from Aimee and Becky! I am excited to engage with you all in this great way to collectively advance the great work being done in our community.”
Beckie Lee - Director of Fund Development with Albina Vision Trust
Why I joined... “I’m new to Portland and looking to find ways to support my community!”
Meghan Ryan - Member since May, 2025
Why I joined... “I met a member of this group at the PBJ "Advancing Portland" summit, and they suggested I join! Born and raised in Portland, I’ve been passionate about humanitarian work since childhood. After years developing multifamily housing for my family's business, I took a six-month global journey to study social safety nets. Now, I’m launching a collaborative philanthropic fund to strengthen Portland's. I’ve served on the board of the Family Justice Center for seven years, deepening my commitment to addressing family violence and root causes of homelessness. I believe in Portland, collective givin...”
Campbell Clarey - Rethinking Philanthropy to Drive Lasting Change. Founder of Love, Portland.
Why I joined... “Hi, I’m Juniper, a senior software engineer with a decade of experience in basically every Javascript-based tech stack there is. I’ve been with my current company for 11 years, but I’m always looking to connect with new people and give back in meaningful ways. I've long-since acknowledged that the way I've chosen to sell my labor does very little to improve the world, so my approach has been to use my earnings to enact positive change, so I’m excited to be part of a group that makes an impact. Outside of work, I stream on Twitch, play lots of tabletop games (including TTRPGs), and love discus...”
Juniper Wright - Full-Stack Web Developer working remotely in PDX
Why I joined... “Interested in connected with community-minded women for impact in Portland and beyond.”
Lissa Filose - Member since December, 2024
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Climate Justice Hive
OUR VISION: A well-coordinated and collaborative ecosystem for organizers working in solidarity with frontline community leaders in a world centered on climate justice. OUR MISSION: Connect, support, and uplift the various climate justice efforts, inspiring systems change in a metropolitan area.
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College Possible - Oregon
At College Possible Oregon, we’re all about helping students from low-income communities find the right college, navigate the admissions process, secure financial aid, and stay on track to graduation. Since 2012, we’ve provided free coaching to over 3,470 students and their families.
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Family Promise of Metro East
Family Promise of Metro East helps children and their families experiencing houselessness achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response.
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Albina Vision Trust Inc
Albina vision trust, inc (avt) is facilitating the reinvention of 94 acres in portland's albina area, from which thousands of primarily african american residents were idsplaced over decades of urban renewal. avt's mission is to spur the creation of an innovative and remarkable place that is diverse, inclusive, affordable, and accessible. avt is committed to healing past harm, amplifying underrepresented voices and setting a precedent for innovative community renewal.
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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
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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.
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 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.
Please join us for our Summer Gather and Grant. We will hear from three nominated nonprofits, talk about the status o
I can't believe it's time again to open up non-profit nominations! Help shape where our collective giving
Grapevine Member Mixer
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
“I have always volunteered throughout my adult life, and have intentionally pursued nonprofit-focused accounting work in my later career years. I appreciate the impact that pooled funds can do for a nonprofit organizati...
Lori Watson
Member since November, 2024
Community members
71
“I grew up in southern Oregon and spent time in the military. I have 3 grown children and a wonderful husband. We have been back in Portland since 2020. I'm looking for opportunities to support community change and get...
Hollie Caldwell
The power of women!
Given to nonprofits
$ 139,549.13
“I am very interested in connecting with my community more, both through the supported nonprofits and the other members of the group. This feels like a way to make a big impact within my community, which is exciting!”
Samantha Falk, PhD
Member since January, 2024
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 PDX 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 business leader in Portland 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 business leaders in Portland 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.