The Harrison County Community Fund recently hosted its September Soirée for a Cause at the historic Ashford Acres Inn, bringing the community together for an afternoon of giving, connection, and celebration. Guests enjoyed live music from Logan Hill Music and the Licking Valley Singers, complemented… Read More
The Franklin County Community Fund, administered through the Blue Grass Community Foundation, is celebrating a significant milestone as it works toward an ambitious goal of reaching $1 million in assets. The fund is celebrating its 10th year established in Franklin County. The Franklin County Community Fund serves as a vital… Read More
The second annual Give 8/28 Lex campaign proved that collective generosity can create powerful, lasting impact. On August 28, BGCF and LBPI brought the community together to raise $234,956 in support of 40 Black-serving nonprofits in Fayette County. Give 8/28 Lex is part of the national Give 8/28 movement, a coordinated day… Read More
Across Central and Appalachia Kentucky, tens of thousands of our neighbors are now grappling with the loss of federal food assistance following the November 1 expiration of SNAP benefits. In response, Blue Grass Community Foundation (BGCF) has brought together partners and activated resources to ensure food reaches those most affected. Read More
Continuing a proud tradition of community investment, the Hudson-Ellis Fund, a charitable fund housed at Blue Grass Community Foundation, awarded a total of $172,742 to 24 nonprofits serving Boyle County. With this year’s awards, the total investment in Boyle County nonprofits and students has… Read More
Mayor Linda Gorton, Councilmembers, Lexington Parks & Recreation staff, Fund for Greater Lexington, and other organizations and attendees, cut a ribbon this morning to officially open Lexington’s new river park – Kelley’s Landing, Lexington’s first public access to the river. “We’re so excited to officially open Kelley’s Landing. It’s a goal… Read More
Nonprofit registration opens August 11 for revamped Giving Tuesday event Blue Grass Community Foundation is thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter for its region-wide giving day. After 14 impactful years as the GoodGiving Challenge, the annual celebration of community generosity has a new name, a fresh format and… Read More
There’s a lot to like about the people and projects Woodford County Community Fund helped in the past. Founded in 2015, WCCF has awarded dozens of grants to organizations and projects that meet the needs of Woodford countians, including Spark Café, Huntertown Community Park, Midway History Museum, and… Read More
For two decades, Mission Health Lexington has provided free medical, dental, vision and pharmacy services to uninsured residents of Fayette County. What began as a grassroots effort inspired by a church mission trip has evolved into a full-service healthcare clinic, ensuring that those in need receive lifesaving care without… Read More
Members of BGCF365, a giving circle at Blue Grass Community Foundation, awarded $30,000 in grants to three Lexington nonprofits at The Finals, BGCF365’s annual grantmaking event held May 7 at The Melodeon. Focused on the 2025 grant theme Home Base: Housing Stability and Homelessness Solutions, the event… Read More
