Throughout history, passionate individuals have joined together to make life better in their communities. Today, thousands of donors pool their money, energy, and ideas to create Giving Circles. Giving Circles bring value to the community by maximizing grant dollars and educating informed, engaged donors.
While Westchester is generally considered an affluent county, sadly more than 200,000 residents remain hungry or at risk of hunger. Nearly half of them are seniors and approximately one third are children.
Our team approach to philanthropy
- Combines giving power by pooling dollars, energy, ides and knowledge
- Maximizes impact of each gift allowing recipients to accomplish more
- Is an active approach to giving that educates members about their community and its issues
- Develops connections between donors and doers, fostering community connections and developing partnerships.
We would like to invite you to participate in The Giving Circle of Lower Westchester, Inc. (GCLW). Our mission designates support for frontline, grassroots hunger relief organizations that serve lower Westchester County residents who are hungry or at risk of hunger and equips them to do more with their limited resources.
OUR MISSION:
The mission of The Giving Circle of Lower Westchester is to provide front line hunger relief to Westchester County residents who are hungry or at risk of hunger. We do this by pooling financial resources and making grants to not-for-profit community organizations dedicated to providing services that directly address this need.
Any donation of $250 or more per year entitles donor to voting rights as a Giving Circle member. While we encourage and appreciate larger donations, all GCLW members have an equal voice, regardless of donation level. Of course, the more funds we raise, the more we can distribute. Please consider becoming a GCLW member and join us in helping Westchester families in need.”