LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Bluegrass Corporate Cares Connection (BC3), comprising members of Leadership Lexington’s Class of 2023-24, unveiling of their class project: the launch of a website that removes barriers to connecting local businesses to meaningful, group-friendly volunteer opportunities at local non-profit organizations.
The newly launched website, bluegrassc3.com, crafted by the BC3 team with input from prospective users, serves as a centralized hub where non-profit organizations create a free account and list current and upcoming volunteer service opportunities. Likewise, businesses can effortlessly explore based on their interests, capabilities, and availability. Through user-friendly navigation and comprehensive listings, the website empowers businesses to discover diverse opportunities spanning a spectrum of causes, from environmental conservation to youth empowerment, and everything in between.
“BC3 can truly be a gamechanger for non-profits who may not have the dedicated staff or resources dedicated to recruiting corporate volunteer groups, but who could benefit from the expertise, generosity, and sheer manpower those groups bring,” remarked Stephanie Arnold, BC3 team member. “Both the non-profit and business community have demonstrated a desire and a need for a tool like this, and we are thrilled to announce its launch. Ultimately, we’re simply matchmaking to effect positive change and create a lasting impact on our community – what could be better?”
BC3’s innovative website not only streamlines the process of posting and identifying volunteer opportunities, but also serves as a catalyst for deepening relationships between businesses and non-profits. Through this collaborative platform, BC3 envisions strengthening the existing culture of service in Lexington’s business community.
Non-profits and businesses who would like to participate are encouraged to visit the newly launched website at bluegrassc3.com, create accounts, and explore.
BC3 will host an official community event on April 23 from 9-11AM at Harper Hall, during the 50th annual National Volunteer Week, to celebrate the power of corporate volunteerism through panel discussion, networking opportunities, and the launch of the Bluegrass Corporate Cares Connection site.
Thanks to A&W Restaurants, one lucky non-profit will receive a $1,000 donation! (The non-profit must have created an account on BC3, listed opportunities, and have representation in attendance on April 23).
Founding project team, Leadership Lexington 2023-24 class members: Stephanie Arnold, Tracy Bruno, Jamila Carter, Jenny Frey, Lauren Gawthrop, Mandy Higgins, Sarah Jefferson, Angie Lang, Soraya Matthews, Ashley Sipple-McGraw, Logan Sparks, Courtney Turner.
Sponsors of BC3 include American Trust Wealth, CLARK, Traditional Bank, Imprint Coaching, Leadership Lexington Alumni Association, Keeneland, A&W Restaurants, YMCA of Central Kentucky, Mahan Multimedia, North Lime Coffee & Donuts, and Affinity Media & Public Relations.
BC3 exists as a matchmaking service, connecting corporate volunteer groups of varying sizes, skills, and interests to the dynamic and diverse range of non-profits in Lexington
