The Women’s Giving Connection-Southern Idaho (WGC) had its kickoff Dec. 9^th in Twin Falls at the Yellow Brick Café. Over 50 women were in attendance, along with representatives from the Wood River Women’s Foundation and the Boise Women’s Gift Alliance.  Cara Nielsen, from the Idaho Community Foundation (ICF), was another guest speaker who shared information about how their leadership and community impact team is available to receive the donations and help administer the grants for WGC. They are highly regarded as one of the most impactful state leaders in Philanthropy, granting making as well as donor and fund management.  The WGC is excited to work with ICF for investment support and endowment giving.

At this point, the WGC has over 35 paid members who will be instrumental in shaping the direction of the WGC.  We are excited to kick off our first grant cycle in March followed by an awards luncheon in the summer.  If you know of any nonprofits in the area who would benefit from a grant from WGC, please have them visit our website listed below to learn how to apply! Grant applications are due March 31^st.

Exciting things are happening with this diverse group of philanthropic women!  All women are invited to join in the energy of making a lasting impact in our community by pooled giving which will make a greater impact in addressing the needs of Southern Idaho and the Magic Valley region.