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... “Hi everyone, this is Alex. I'm French-Argentinean, but I grew up in Spain. I studied in Canada, and I am now living in the US. A while ago, I became involved with Effective Altruism initiatives. In doing so, I was incentivized to start an online masters program with MIT in International Development, while working for a Fintech company that provides financial support to mission-driven startups and organizations. I recently moved to NYC and would like to get involved with a community of like-minded people that enables me to practice "effective altruism" at a local level. NYWBG sounds like a fant...”
Alexandra Laval - Member since May, 2024
Why I joined... “It is a privilege to join a group of likeminded people who are powerhouses in their own right. I’m excited to learn about new ways to directly impact our communities while also building a community. It’s a pleasure to meet everyone!”
Ali Taylor - Head of External Coaching and Business Planning at Morgan Stanley
Why I joined... “I'm passionate about using my skills and experience for good. I've worked in healthcare and nonprofits in NYC for many years and absolutely love the feeling of making a difference, especially in this crazy place we call home. I'm excited to meet similar people!”
Marissa Wirth - Product Manager at The Headstrong Project
Why I joined... “I'd like to meet and connect with empowered women to support causes that make an overall positive impact on the world. In my line of work (supply chain / strategy consulting for automotive manufacturers), I often feel that I am dedicating my time and energy to helping businesses optimize their workflows, identify efficiencies, grow, etc., but I don't feel that I am actually making a net positive impact on the world. I am hoping to re-focus some of that energy into something that truly matters, and I am hopeful that joining this group will help open up the opportunities to do such that.”
Gabi Salomon - Strategy Consultant looking to Make Positive Impact
Why I joined... “I love the idea of helping and giving back and using the resources I gained from my business to do that. I would love to meet like minded women with a good heart as well.”
Melanie Rousselet - Member since January, 2024
Why I joined... “I’m always interested in finding ways to support the NYC community and help it be the safest, most equitable, most accessible version of itself. And if there’s a chance to also meet other professional women while doing this, all the better!”
Laura Sciuto - Transforming compabies while creating a world people want to work in
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Culture for One Inc.
To inspire new york citys children living in foster care by providing cultural experiences and exposure to a broader world. through these arts opportunities we are improving outcomes for these most vulnerable youth, and for some, changing their trajectories forever.
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Innocence Project Inc.
The innocence project, inc. (ip) is a national nonprofit with the mission to free innocent people who have been wrongly convicted and reform the criminal justice system to prevent future injustice. the ip has helped exonerate over 220 people, a disproportionate number of whom are people of color and some who were sentenced to death. cumulatively, they spent thousands of years in prison for crimes they did not commit, and in many cases, the person who actually committed the crime went on to commit others. the ip is dedicated to researching, analyzing and educating stakeholders and the public on the causes and consequences of wrongful convictions and other systemic problems. the ip works to pass laws and prevent the admissibility of unreliable, non-scientific evidence to prevent future miscarriages of justice. founded in 1992 as a clinic at cardozo school of law at yeshiva university, the ip incorporated as a 501(c)3 organization in 2004, though it maintains an affiliation with cardozo.
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Unlocking Futures Inc.
The organization provides programs with effective means of combating juvenile delinquency, substance abuse and unemployment among at-risk teenage youth.
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Hartley House
Hartley house has served those who live and work in new york city's hell's kitchen since 1897. its mission is to respond energetically and creatively to the ever-evolving needs of its neighbors regardless of their age, income, race, gender or sexual orientation. our programs include educational, creative, recreational, civic and social services. our size enables us to be both flexible and personalized, and we are always alert to ways in which our programs and services can support or complement one another. hartley house not only reaches out to neighbors of all backgrounds and ages, but also fosters ongoing connections with them as they pass from one phase of life into another. the wellbeing of each growing, changing person enriches our entire community. every neighborhood is a complex web of connections among families, friends, neighbors, businesses and organizations. strengthening these connections is our mission.
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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.
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Join & Donate
Join our group’s online home and contribute a quarterly donation of
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Joining this group and attending upcoming events will expand your network and give you opportunities to engage with like-minded individuals who share your interests and passions.
Cast your vote!
Three amazing nonprofits have been nominated to receive our May to July, 2024 donation, but we need your help to deci
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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
“I joined this group mainly to find volunteer opportunities. I'm also eager to learn from a community of impact-driven women! Excited to get involved.”
Claire Quigley
Driving impact via investments at Ethic
Community members
170
“Hi all! I'm interested in learning about more formal ways to give to social justice initiatives, as I've been a regular (informal) contributor to the Innocence Project for so many years! My firm is a boutique executive...
Erica Daniels
Executive Search & Client Solutions Partner at The Brownestone Group
Given to nonprofits
$38,783.93
“I've long wanted to have greater impact in my community and would love to join a group of like-minded women helping to change the world.”
Kristen Barrett
Nonprofit fundraiser working to change the world!
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 New York Women in Business 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 woman business leader in NYC 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 women business leaders in NYC to give back tens of thousands of dollars to nonprofits in your community 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 women across the country.