Women's Giving Circle of Chautauqua County - Grantmaking Program

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CHAUTAUQUA REGION COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

Foundation Annual Grants for Nonprofits Grants for Women Child Care Grants Grants for Daycare

Funding Amount

$50,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Women's Giving Circle of Chautauqua County - Grantmaking Program

Status: Active

Geographic Scope: Chautauqua County

Focus Areas: 2025 priority - Addressing Childcare Scarcity and Access in Chautauqua County. Programs supporting women and girls.

Eligibility:

Local nonprofit organizations

Programs addressing the annual funding priority

Programs serving women and girls in Chautauqua County

2025 Grant Awards: Two grants of $25,000 each awarded to:

Caring Beyond Limits – YWCA Jamestown and Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc. (expanding access to inclusive, high-quality childcare for children with diverse developmental and behavioral needs)

Child Respite Center (Happy Haven) at Healing Word Ministries Church of God (free, once-weekly drop-off childcare pilot program)

Background: The Women's Giving Circle (WGC) of Chautauqua County launched in June 2024 as a member-led philanthropic initiative with mission to build a better future for women and girls. After one year, WGC has over 110 members. It is an independent, member-led effort hosted by the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, which provides administrative and back-office support. Members contribute at least $500 annually with 100% of funds invested directly into community through grantmaking.

Contact Information:

Lindsey Goold

Email: lgoold@crcfonline.org

Phone: (716) 661-3390

Website: crcfonline.org/circle