Blue Grass Community Foundation

??? This week on the DoGood Radio Hour, we’re chatting with Laura Slaughter from Gleanings Housing about their exciting winter initiatives! Learn how YOU can help make housing more accessible for everyone in our community. Don’t miss it—tune in now on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or join us live on RadioLex at 2PM today! ????? #DoGoodPodcast #CommunityMatters #AccessibleHousing

?? Let's show some love for our 2024 GoodGiving Challenge sponsors! ?? Thanks to their generosity and support, we’re able to empower local nonprofits and inspire a spirit of giving across our community with over $700,000 in matches and prizes! Together, we’re making a BIG difference! A huge thank you to: ?? Clark County Community Foundation* ?? Murry Foundation ?? Outlaw State of Kind Hometown Fund* ?? Marksbury Family Foundation ?? James A. and Martha R. Brown Charitable Foundation ?? Thomson R. Bryant Jr. & Betty R. Bryant Fund* ?? Jenna and Matthew Mitchell Family Foundation* ?? Traditional Bank ?? Evangelos “Angel” Levas Foundation* ?? THE GROOVALUTION* ?? Mason Investments ?? Independence Bank ?? Blue Grass Community Foundation *at Blue Grass Community Foundation Drop a ?? in the comments to show your appreciation for the sponsors who help make this annual giving tradition such a success! #GoodGivingChallenge #BGgives #DoGood

?? Start your Friday with free coffee, conversation and community! Join us for Caffeinate & Connect at The Greenery this Friday (Nov. 22) from 7:30-9am. Whether you're a BGCF365 member, curious about getting involved, or just looking to meet other people who care about our community, this is the perfect way to jumpstart your day. Bring a friend, grab your favorite brew, and let's connect over how we can make a difference together. We can't wait to see you! ??

?? The countdown is on! ?? Just TWO weeks until Giving Tuesday and the kickoff of the 14th Annual #GoodGivingChallenge! Starting Nov. 26, you can join in Early Giving to make an even bigger impact for 200 local nonprofits on BGgives.org. ?? This year, your generosity goes further than ever, with $720,000 in matches and prizes to amplify every donation! Imagine the difference we can make together—for our communities, for causes close to our hearts and for a brighter, stronger Bluegrass. Now is the time to give back and lift up local nonprofits doing incredible work. Mark your calendars and spread the word! ?? Let’s make this GoodGiving Challenge the best one yet! #BGgives

Celebrate the season with BGCF365! Join us for Jingle & Mingle at Georgie's Social House, a festive happy hour of connection, cheer and holiday spirit. This event is free and open to all, but space is limited. RSVP to secure your spot and drink tickets!

Giving a little can accomplish a lot when we do it together! By joining BGCF365, you become part of a community of givers who care about Lexington and are making a difference. Want to learn more? Join us on Friday for Caffeinate + Connect for a free cup of coffee and conversation, or come celebrate with us at our Holiday Happy Hour on Dec. 5! ?? Together, let’s keep growing the generosity that makes our community thrive. Visit our website (linked below) to join today and make an impact in 2025, and beyond!

Thrilled to celebrate several BGCF family members as they were recognized as 2024 Outstanding Community Honorees at this year’s AFP National Philanthropy Day! ??Matthew and Jenna Mitchell (recognized by BGCF) ??Alexandra Simpson (recognized by Lexington Children’s Theatre and named 2025 Distinguished Philanthropist) ??Dan and Cassondra Koett (recognized by Lexington Public Library Foundation) ??Tempur Sealy Foundation (recognized by Lexington Rescue Mission) ??The Marksbury Family Foundation (recognized by United Way of the Bluegrass) We are honored to know you and make a difference in our community with you!

Join us for Caffeinate & Connect with BGCF365! Stop by The Greenery on Nov. 22 to meet BGCF365 leadership, start your day with a free cup of coffee, and discover how giving just $1 a day can make a meaningful impact in Lexington. Drop in, chat with us about local initiatives, and learn how you can be part of creating positive change in our community. We can’t wait to connect over coffee!

Join us for Caffeinate & Connect with BGCF365! Stop by Manchester Coffee Co. on Nov. 15 to meet BGCF365 leadership, start your day with a free cup of coffee, and discover how giving just $1 a day can make a meaningful impact in Lexington. Drop in, chat with us about local initiatives, and learn how you can be part of creating positive change in our community. We can’t wait to connect over coffee!

???? Our final BOOGood Radio Hour episode of the season brings a unique twist to the paranormal! We’re thrilled to feature Andrea and Dillon Guilds from Mountain Mama Investigations—an autism-owned nonprofit bridging the worlds of folklore, history, mystery, and the paranormal. ????? Founded in 2021, Mountain Mama Investigations steps away from typical tours and museums, focusing instead on uncovering the deep connections between the stories that shape our communities and the mysteries that keep us curious. Tune in for an unforgettable discussion that blends heritage with the supernatural! Listen NOW on Spotify and Apple Podcasts or join us today at 2PM on RadioLex! #BOOGoodRadioHour #MountainMamaInvestigations #DoGoodRadio #HauntedHistory #ParanormalKY #FolkloreAndMystery