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Community Foundation of Louisville

We are a financial institution
with a social mission. Learn more at cflouisville.org.

Founded in 1984, the Community Foundation of Louisville mobilizes people, networks, and capital to spark meaningful change in and beyond Louisville. With nearly $800 million in assets, 2,300 charitable funds, and collaborations with local and national partners, we connect people with relevant causes and help donors achieve their charitable goals. In addition, key priorities of the Foundation's mis

sion are to advance racial equity and open opportunity for all. Working with neighbors, changemakers, and community investors, we’re inspiring greater generosity to move us all forward.

06/11/2026

💡Are you a nonprofit executive looking for professional development opportunities?

The Alden Fellows program at the Community Foundation of Louisville offers fellowship grants of up to $10,000 to help leaders like you afford personal and professional growth.

📲 Learn more about the Alden Fellows program at the link in our comments.

06/10/2026

The Foundation's Give for Good Louisville is powered by people who care about this community and the organizations working every day to make it stronger.

From guaranteed prize funding from the Sam Swope family to new donor connections, this day creates real opportunities for local organizations to grow their impact.

If you’re part of an organization, now is the time to get involved.

🔗 The deadline to register is July 10. Learn more about the giving day and sign up at the link in the comments.
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06/04/2026

📢 Ready to grow as a leader?

The Community Foundation of Louisville's Alden Fellows program is back, offering up to $10,000 for nonprofit executives in Louisville to pursue meaningful professional development and leadership opportunities.

If you’re leading a 501(c)(3) organization serving Jefferson County, this could be your next step.

📝 Apply today and invest in your leadership journey at the link in our comments.

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06/02/2026

Are you ready to be in the spotlight? 🔆

This could be your moment to grow your early-stage business through the Community Foundation of Louisville’s Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards. For more than 25 years, this program has helped Kentuckiana startups take the next step—and yours could be next.

Up to six companies will receive $25,000 in non-dilutive funding; a 10-week accelerator with coaching, connections, and resources; and the opportunity to pitch at Demo Day. This year's recipients may also qualify for an additional $25,000 investment from Keyhorse Capital, an initiative of Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation in partnership with the Kentucky Cabinet of Economic Development. 🚀

⏳ Time is running out! Apply now through Friday, June 5, 2026, at the link in our comments.

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📸: Abdul Sharif Photography
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06/01/2026

Big news for organizations in Kentucky and Southern Indiana 📣

Registration for the Foundation's Give for Good Louisville is officially open, and this year, every participating organization wins.

Thanks to the Sam Swope family, all approved organizations will receive a cash prize just for taking part.

On September 10, will once again bring thousands of donors together to support the organizations strengthening our communities every day. It’s a great opportunity for organizations to expand their reach, build new connections, and unlock additional funding for their mission.

⏰ Registration closes July 10 at 5 p.m. ET. Organizations can sign up at the link in the comments.

📷: Media Pros Productions

See pictured:
1: Kentucky Refugee Ministries
2: Louisville Free Public Library
3: Change Today, Change Tomorrow, Black A*z Camping
4: Louisville Youth Philanthropy Council - LYPC
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05/30/2026

“When I moved from Boston to be part of the Louisville entrepreneurial community, the Vogt Awards seemed like a rite of passage. Most successful startups here seemed to go through this accelerator program. I wanted to be part of this community because I didn’t find this in Boston. The Vogt Awards is not just about the financial aspect, but about being among and supported by like-minded individuals.” – Akhil Suresh Nair, Xena Intelligence

For more than 25 years, the have helped early-stage Kentuckiana businesses grow, and yours could be next.

Up to six companies will receive $25,000 in non-dilutive funding and a 10-week accelerator, plus the chance to qualify for an additional $25,000 investment from Keyhorse Capital. 🚀

⏰ Don't wait! Applications are due Friday, June 5, 2026.

📲 Apply today through the link in our comments.

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05/28/2026

🌟 Meet Grace Simrall, 2026 Vogt Awards Selection Committee Chair!

A champion for entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses, Grace brings deep experience—from founding her own startup to shaping innovation at the national and local level—to this year’s Vogt Awards. Now, she’s helping lead the selection of the Community Foundation of Louisville's next cohort of founders, driving bold ideas forward in our community.

We talked with Grace about her journey as a founder, why she believes in the power of the Vogt Awards, and what excites her most about this year’s applicants.

📲 Read the full interview with Grace and how to apply to the Vogt Awards at the link in the comments.

05/22/2026

“We’ve been here 10 years and [were] looking to build upon our founder network with the opportunity to connect with stakeholders and professionals who can give us better insights – these are opportunities we wouldn’t otherwise have.” - Darius and Courtney Pettway, Co-Founders of KidVestors

The Community Foundation's Vogt Awards program offers more than just funding; it’s a powerful network of peers, mentors, and resources that accelerates your growth journey.

This year, up to six early-stage companies can receive $25,000 in non-dilutive funding and join a 10-week accelerator program to grow and expand through coaching, connections, and resources. Plus, Vogt Awards recipients may qualify for an additional $25,000 in investment from Keyhorse Capital, an initiative of Kentucky Science & Technology Corporation in partnership with the Kentucky Cabinet of Economic Development. 🚀

Applications are now open until June 5, 2026.

📲 Apply today through the link in our comments.

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05/20/2026

What happens when founders get the right support, community, and capital behind them? This 🔥

The Community Foundation's Vogt Invention and Innovation Awards brings together founders, early-stage businesses, and big ideas in a space built for connection, growth, and possibility. It’s where businesses share their story, build relationships, and take the next step forward, together.

The Vogt Awards program provides:

• $25,000 in non-dilutive funding
• A 10-week accelerator focused on growth and connection
• Coaching, mentorship, and founder support
• An on-stage platform to pitch their business at Demo Day
• Additional investment opportunity available through Keyhorse Capital

Applications for early-stage businesses are open now through Friday, June 5.

📲 Apply today at the link in our comments.

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🎥: Cultivating Perception
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05/18/2026

This is a great example of how opening a fund with us can create meaningful impact AND cultivate the next generation of philanthropists.

Congrats to this year's recipients of The Artemis Fund. 🎉

Address

325 W Main Street, Ste 1110
Louisville, KY
40202

Telephone

+15025854649

Website

http://www.cflouisville.org/, http://www.giveforgoodlouisville.org/

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