Impact 100 showcases the power of women giving as one.
The group of 800 women each donate $1,000, which turns into $800,000 in grant money.
Eight local nonprofits will receive $100,000 each, ranging in areas of Arts, Education, Environment and Animal Welfare, Family and Health and Wellness.
"Our grant helped teach autistic children to swim," explains Jeannine Morris, Impact 100 Co-President.
A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.
Weston Mill-based social enterprise Surplus Rescue CIC (Community Interest Company) recycles and finds homes for unwanted furniture. To date, it has received “extensive amounts” of quality second-hand furniture including desks, pedestals, cupboards and office chairs from a former local authority office equipment – and wants to find them a good home.