Rowan County Park Makes Strides Thanks to RCCF Leadership

Exciting news for Rowan County! The much-anticipated Rowan County Park officially opened in early November, marking the culmination of months of dedicated efforts to create…
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Geri Polvino: A Career in Giving, Continued

“Geri Polvino has always been a trailblazer.” That was the opening line of a profile of Geri that BGCF released in the Fall 2019…
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2024 GoodGiving Challenge Raises Nearly $3 Million!

The 2024 GoodGiving Challenge has concluded with unprecedented success, raising $2,934,161 through 12,244 donations for 201 local charities in Central and Appalachia, Kentucky. Hosted…
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Lexington Black Philanthropy Week: A New Tradition of Generosity and Impact

The inaugural Lexington Black Philanthropy Week, hosted by the Lexington Black Prosperity Initiative (LBPI), marked a significant milestone in our community’s  philanthropic landscape. LBPI drew…
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Exceeding the Challenge in Harrison County

The Harrison County Community Fund (HCCF) kicked off the early months of 2024 with a full schedule of fundraising and community engagement!   In January,…
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Generosity paved the way for new Magoffin County Career and Technical Center

“YOUR CAREER STARTS HERE.” Step through the doors of the brand-new Magoffin County Career and Technical Center (MCCTC), and you’re greeted by these inspirational words.
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LBPI Announces 2024 Grassroots Black Leadership Awards Honorees

The Lexington Black Prosperity Initiative, a community-advised committee of Blue Grass Community Foundation, is proudly recognizing community leaders who are driving positive change with the…
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BGCF365: Empowering Change in Lexington Through Philanthropy

BGCF365, a dynamic giving circle at Blue Grass Community Foundation for emerging philanthropists, hosted its annual grantmaking event, The Finals, on May 8 at…
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City breaks ground on Kelley’s Landing

Mayor Linda Gorton, Councilmembers, Lexington Parks & Recreation staff, the Fund for Greater Lexington, Blue Grass Community Foundation, and other attendees, broke…
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Press Forward announces first Open Call on Closing Local Coverage Gaps

100+ newsrooms to receive $100,000 in general operating support over two years Applications will be accepted April 30 – June 12, 2024 at pressforward.news Press…
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