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... “It is easier to make an impact as a group than as an individual. Looking forward to meeting all of the Xooglers for Good members and seeing what positive change our collective effort can create.”
Jason Lee - Member since September, 2023
Why I joined... “Hi all! I'm super excited and humbled to participate and looking forward to working with you all soon!”
Rafa Munoz - Member since August, 2023
Why I joined... “Since leaving Google, I've been less active in giving back. Joining this group will be an excellent way to get back into the habit and help make an impact on the causes I care about.”
Jack Dillé - Cofounder at Icebreaker • Designer Artist DJ
Why I joined... “This is a positive way to create an impact while networking with other Xooglers.”
Rachael Afolabi - Entrepreneur, Immersive Tech Researcher, Education Leadership
Why I joined... “I donate to a variety of causes, and happy to talk about some of them. I'm open to hearing about other good charities. I enjoy talking about tax-efficient ways to donate.”
Tim Hesterberg - I donate to education, international development, environmental, and other charities.
Why I joined... “I want to be a bigger part of the Xooglers community and help give back to my local area to empower others to fulfill their dreams in school and beyond. Fair access to education and resources has always been a pillar of my beliefs. I want everyone to be able to learn and grow on an even playing field.”
Pranav Bokey - Member since July, 2023
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Ouaganet
OUAGANET empowers communities in Burkina Faso through sustainable development initiatives that create long-term positive change and self-sufficiency.
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Braver Angels Silicon Valley Alliance
To bridge the partisan divide in America and strengthen the democratic republic by uniting Americans to depolarize the country.
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Blossom Philanthropy
We aim to champion the potential and well-being of underrepresented groups, with a particular focus on women and children.
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Global Economic Diversity Development Initiative Corp
Global Economic Diversity Development Initiative (GEDDI) exists to intentionally make a positive impact on Black business development by closing the racial wealth gap and transforming the outcomes for the Black community through economic empowerment. GEDDI is committed to providing resources, access, and tools to Black-owned businesses and emerging entrepreneurs.
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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 all! I'm passionate about giving a portion of my income each year, and am looking forward to discussing and connecting with others who seek to maximize their impact.”
Cory Kendrick
Member since June, 2023
Community members
300
“Just joined. Looking forward to the collaboration and positive impact we can make together!”
Mauricio Caro
Member since May, 2023
Given to nonprofits
$ 75,477.76
“Looking forward to banding together with other Xooglers for the betterment of our global community.”
Chris Hafer
Member since April, 2023
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 Xooglers 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 Xoogler 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 Xooglers to give back tens of thousands of dollars to small nonprofits 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 industry leaders across the country.