Local Women Unite to Make a Lasting Impact Through 100+ Women Who Care
100+ Women Who Care is Hamilton County’s women’s giving circle, uniting more than 100 passionate women who support local causes and amplify impact through collective giving.
“I love the concept of a giving circle,” says Lori Ferguson, president of 100+ Women Who Care. “[I love] how small, individual donations, when pooled together, can create a powerful, collective impact — the idea that my modest quarterly contribution can join with others’ to make a meaningful difference in our community. It really inspires me.”
Ferguson became an active member of 100+ Women Who Care in August 2017 when it first began, and took over as president in February 2023.
“Our quarterly meetings are a fun and meaningful way to connect with other women who share the common goal of making a positive difference in our community,” she says. “In less than an hour, we are able to raise a significant amount of money to support local causes. Afterward, we enjoy some relaxed social time, such as an evening out with both familiar faces and new friends.”
To become an active member of 100+ Women Who Care, you must make quarterly donations. After you’ve actively donated for at least one quarter, you become eligible to nominate an organization of your choosing for the collective to support.
Vice President Alysia Larson originally heard about 100+ Women Who Care through a friend.
“At first, it seemed too expensive for me to come, but last summer I grabbed my mom and we both went,” Larson says. “There were so many fun games, and then we got to volunteer!”
According to Larson, the organization has been working hard to build membership, especially since COVID-19, when the group lost some traction.
“Every woman donates $100 to go toward a nonprofit selected by the majority,” Larson says. “What we’re doing is literally funding nonprofit organizations. Think about what you can buy with $100 — maybe a pair of shoes or something. But when you come together with 100 other women all donating $100, then you get $10,000.”
You don’t have to be in attendance to donate, but you must be present to vote for which nonprofit organization you’d like the group to support that quarter.
“We really try to have a sisterhood feel,” Larson says. “We play get-to-know-you games, and where we meet has a wonderful vibe. More women need to know about this because they can make a difference. Yes, we benefit nonprofits and we are constantly learning about new ones, but the sisterhood that can be found in this organization is truly life-changing.”
Since 2017, 100+ Women Who Care has raised $180,988 in total donations.
For more information about 100+ Women Who Care, their mission, upcoming meetings and how to donate, visit hamiltoncountycf.org/100-women-who-care.
