Central Kentucky Community Foundation: Heels Together Grant

Central Kentucky Community Foundation: Heels Together Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Central Kentucky Community Foundation
Last Updated: July 05, 2025

Summary

The Heels Together Grant, established by the Central Kentucky Community Foundation, supports programs that enhance the lives of women and girls. This initiative focuses on economic self-sufficiency, violence prevention, and promoting health and well-being. Organizations eligible for funding must be IRS 501(c)(3) compliant and have a year of financial records. The grant aims to empower women-led solutions, making a significant impact in the community.

Overview

Heels Together Grant Each year, Heels Together awards grants for programs to enrich the lives of women and girls in our community. Annual grant-making puts our beliefs and desires for women and girls in our community into action today. About Heels Together was established as a Central Kentucky Community Foundation initiative in 2014 by a group of community-minded leaders who wanted to invest in long-term solutions for transforming the lives of women and girls and improving the well-being of our entire community. Heels Together focus’ on women-led solutions by providing leadership and stewardship in identifying the needs and supporting solutions for women and girls. It’s a catalyst, identifying challenges, marshaling resources and pursuing opportunities in Central Kentucky. Grant funding is awarded to programs addressing: Achievement of economic self-sufficiency for women Prevention of violence and crime against women and girls Promotion of health and physical well-being and talent for women and girls

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To apply for a Heels Together grant, organizations must qualify under IRS Code Section 501(c)3 with at least one full year of financial records.The grant can be used for general operating expenses.

Ineligibility

Organizations are not eligible to receive a Heels Together grant in consecutive years.