Events

Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards Demo Day

The Community Foundation of Louisville’s legendary Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards held this year’s Vogt Awards Demo Day on Thursday, November 13, at the Kentucky Derby Museum. At this free event, up to six dynamic founders took center stage to showcase their big ideas and innovative solutions in various industries. Since 2000, Vogt Awards recipients have demonstrated their worth as pioneering companies, impacting the local, regional, and national business community.

12th Annual Give for Good Louisville

Give for Good Louisville, the most generous day of online giving, hosted by the Community Foundation of Louisville, was held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from midnight to 11:59 p.m. (ET) at www.giveforgoodlouisville.org.

Since its launch in 2014, communities across Kentucky and Southern Indiana have raised over $80 million for local organizations. The organizations that benefit from Give for Good Louisville reflect our community’s values by addressing unmet needs, creating innovative solutions, and proactively driving positive change. Leading up to the big day, we encourage you to support your favorite causes and explore new ones making a difference in Kentuckiana.

Annual registration for local organizations is now closed and will reopen in June 2026.

For questions or to schedule a consultation, please email us at info@giveforgoodlouisville.org or call 502.585.4649.

Charles & Jack Fund for LGBTQ+ Advancement Info Session

The Charles & Jack Fund for LGBTQ+ Advancement Info Session was an opportunity for interested applicants to learn more about what the Fund supports, key dates, eligibility requirements, and what makes a strong applicant. There was also time left for questions from anyone in attendance.

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GRACF Advisor Seminar

Advisors were invited to participate in a valuable opportunity to earn free Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits while networking with fellow professionals.

Event Details:

• What: 2025 GRACF Advisor Seminar
• When: June 12, 2025, 8:30 a.m. – Noon
• Where: Commerce Center,100 W. 3rd St, 3rd Floor, Owensboro, KY 42303

Keynote Speakers:

• Laurie Beth Baird from Cerity Partners presented on “Tax Efficient Strategies for Charitable Giving” and “Women, Wealth, and Philanthropy”. This session aimed to provide crucial insights for advisors working with clients on effective charitable giving strategies.
• Emily Monarch from the Community Foundation of Louisville discussed ethical and effective giving for attorneys and clients.

This seminar provided a significant opportunity for professional advisors to enhance their skills and differentiate themselves in a competitive landscape.

Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards Information Session

The Community Foundation of Louisville hosted its virtual Vogt Awards Information Session presented by Program Director Lisa Bajorinas and Program Officer Justin Hogan on Wednesday, May 21. This session will provided early-stage businesses with tips on how to write an outstanding application, information about the program’s eligibility criteria, and updates to this year’s Vogt Awards funding opportunities.

We are searching for coachable entrepreneurs who are ready to take their businesses to the next level. If you are an entrepreneur or founder with a promising early-stage business, we encourage you to attend watch this session’s recording.

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22nd Annual Professional Advisors Seminar

On May 9th, local advisors had the incredible opportunity to earn free CLE credits, gain valuable insights on ethics and estate planning, and networked with professionals at the 22nd Annual Professional Advisor Seminar hosted by the Community Foundation of Louisville in partnership with the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana.

The program covered timely tips on Business and Tax Planning and Current Ethics Conundrums for the Estate Planning Team. Guest speaker Benetta Park discussed pre- and post-transaction planning strategies and best practices for advisors to consider when working with business owners seeking to exit the business. Attendees also heard from guest speaker Bruce Stone, who discussed a variety of ethics issues that confront professional advisors involved in estate and financial planning.

The annual seminar will return in May 2026. Stay tuned!

Winsday: Great Thrills for the Greater Good

On April 30, ‘Winsday,’ a new Derby Week event, emerges as a beacon of community spirit and philanthropy. An exciting partnership with Churchill Downs, Winsday is a day devoted to uplifting local nonprofit organizations and spotlighting the crucial work nonprofit organizations perform in our community during a global event.

By purchasing box seat tickets through a participating nonprofit, guests will enjoy a day at the races during Derby week and contribute directly to local causes. A portion of each ticket sale will support an organization’s impactful work, providing a unique opportunity for visibility and fundraising.

Check out the Winsday Nonprofit Directory to view the 2025 participating nonprofits.

Racial Justice Cohort Report Release Event

On Tuesday, April 22, at the Norton Healthcare Sports and Learning Center, we celebrated the work of the Racial Justice Cohort and the release of the final report.

In 2021, 12 local Black-led organizations were selected for the Racial Justice Cohort, a trust-based partnership rooted in African Diasporic values. Each organization received up to $40,000 in renewable grants for three years with the opportunity to share knowledge, network, and identify best practices to achieve their organizational goals. During this process, the cohort focused their collaborative efforts toward shared goals to drive transformative change.

The Racial Justice Cohort was supported by the Community Foundation of Louisville, in partnership with its charitable fundholders, and the James Graham Brown Foundation, the Lift a Life Novak Family Foundation, BrightSpring Health Services, and Glick Philanthropies.

Alden Fellows Information Session

Please join the Community Foundation of Louisville hosted a virtual Alden Fellows Information Session on Monday, April 21, at 12:00 p.m. ET.

The Alden Fellows is an opportunity for inspirational executive leaders of Louisville’s nonprofit sector. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for up to five local nonprofit executives pursuing professional certifications and/or professional development opportunities. Up to two of the five spots within the fellowship program will be dedicated to emerging executives with three years or fewer of total experience in an executive leadership position.

Invest Louisville Information Sessions

Invest Louisville, the Community Foundation of Louisville’s newest investment offering is moving capital into parts of our city that need it most!

If you are interested in learning more about how you can make your charitable investments as meaningful as your grantmaking through Invest Louisville, we invite you to join us for one of two Invest Louisville Information Sessions.

You will hear from Community Foundation leadership, Invest Louisville investors, and organizations that have already received catalytic investments through the program.

Thursday, February 27, 3 – 4:30 p.m.
Cancelled: Tuesday, March 4

Community Foundation of Louisville
Sam Swope Room
325 West Main Street
Louisville KY 40202