Grantmakers of the Bluegrass

Mission

Grantmakers of the Bluegrass (GoBG) is a cohort of local philanthropic leaders who generously share knowledge and resources to enhance the impact of grantmakers across the Bluegrass region.

Connect

GoBG’s signature events feature experts in their field presenting on issues that matter to grantmakers. These gatherings offer an opportunity for funders to build relationships and share information as we work to create positive change in our communities.

Past Events

Fall 2024 GoBG Luncheon
Maximizing Impact on the Issue of Homelessness: Charlie Lanter, LFUCG Commissioner of Housing & Community Development, and Jeff Herron, LFUCG Director of Homelessness Prevention and Intervention

Summer 2024 GoBG Luncheon
Black Philanthropy Month panel: Lisa Higgins-Hord, Eunice Beatty, Daryl Love

Spring 2024 GoBG Luncheon
Guest speakers: Rick Green, Lexington Herald-Leader, Duc Luu, Knight Foundation and Richard Young, CivicLex

Fall 2023 GoBG Luncheon
Guest speaker: Rich Harwood, Harwood Institute for Public Innovation

Inaugural GoBG Luncheon, Spring 2023
Guest speaker: Kathleen Enright, president of the Council on Foundations