Giving for Donors
Women in Philanthropy
The Madison County Community Foundations hosts an Annual Luncheon which gives us the opportunity to celebrate the power of women's charitable giving and impactful grantmaking.
Women in Philanthropy was established in 2005 to strengthen the philanthropic voice of women in Madison County. By encouraging the use of time, talents, and treasures, Women in Philanthropy continues to build a strong collaboration of women who are active in making their communities better and brighter. Since 2005, Women in Philanthropy has grown the endowment fund to over $175,000 through meaningful contributions. This fund supports the needs and interests of women throughout Madison County through grantmaking.
Participation in Women in Philanthropy is open to all women in Madison County who care about improving the quality of life for women and children in our community and are able to join us financially in that cause. We are confident that, together, we can increase our impact on women and children throughout Madison County.
2026 Annual Luncheon
A Record Year for Women in Philanthropy
192 Attendees
$37,000 granted
8 organizations supported
1st Place: Aspire Indiana Kids Talk
2nd Place: Operation Love Ministries
3rd Place: Bloom Madison County
Stay tuned for 2027 luncheon details
The Legacy Collective
As part of the Madison Forever campaign, Field of Interest funds are eligible for a 2:1 match. We are using this opportunity to grow the Women in Philanthropy Endowment and expand what is possible for women and children in Madison County.
Our goal is to reach $1,000,000, increasing annual grantmaking to $40,000. When the campaign began, that required $232,892 in new gifts. Thanks to early generosity, we are already well on our way, with $149,000 remaining to reach this milestone.
Every gift moves us closer, and every dollar is multiplied through this match.
As this work continues to grow, so does the opportunity to be part of it. The Legacy Collective offers a way for women to come together through shared generosity, building lasting impact while strengthening connection across our community.
Join the Legacy Collective Today.
Give to the Women’s Endowment Fund.
Woman of Impact
This award recognizes a woman who goes above and beyond to empower women and advocate for children throughout Madison County. The award is our way of honoring a woman for her significant contributions to the women and children of Madison County through their commitment, action, and advocacy.
The 2026 Woman of Impact recipient is Gloria Gaither. For more than fifty years, Gloria Gaither has helped shape the world of gospel music, literature, and faith-based storytelling. Alongside her husband, Bill Gaither, she has written more than 700 songs, produced award-winning recordings, and helped create musicals that have been shared with audiences around the world. In recognition of their lasting influence, Bill and Gloria were named ASCAP’s Christian Songwriters of the Century in 2000 and have received numerous Grammy and Dove Awards, as well as induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Gloria is also an accomplished author, speaker, and scholar, having written more than 40 books and contributed to academic publications. She has received honorary doctorates from eight universities and continues to encourage the next generation of songwriters and creatives through her advocacy for songwriting programs at Christian universities.
Closer to home, Gloria has been a faithful supporter of Women in Philanthropy since its beginning, helping grow the endowment that continues to fund programs serving women and children throughout Madison County.
Through her creativity, generosity, and lifelong dedication to encouraging others, Gloria Gaither’s influence has reached far beyond the stage. Women in Philanthropy is proud to celebrate her as the 2026 Woman of Impact.
